Physical computing kit - KS2 Crumble - short course CP252
Explore physical computing using the Crumble device and how the Teach Computing Curriculum can be used to engage students.
Summary
Physical computing involves programming digital devices to sense and interact with the world – an engaging alternative to screen-only activity. It touches upon many areas of the computing curriculum, bringing subject knowledge and programming skills to engaging and enjoyable classroom activities.
The Crumble Controller is an easy-to-use programmable device, ideal for physical computing in primary schools. It is capable of driving two motors. With 4 input / output terminals, children can connect LEDs, switches and other interesting add-ons.
During this CPD you’ll explore how Crumble can be used in the classroom, with blocks of code ‘snapping’ together in an easy-to-use, Scratch-like environment suitable for key stage 2. You’ll find out how to setup the device, how to make use of input and output terminals and explore how to use the device with children. The CPD will help you gain confidence in teaching using Crumble, and the free Teach Computing Curriculum.
The National Centre for Computing Education has developed a Crumble physical computing kit that can be borrowed from your local Computing Hub, following your CPD.
Who is it for?
This course is aimed at classroom teacher and subject leaders of computing, looking to develop physical computing approaches in the KS2 classroom.
How will you learn?
Hands-on experiential learning with the collaborative support of your peers, led by an experienced Professional Development Leader. The course will model teaching approaches that can be taken back to the classroom.
How long is this course?
This course consists of one 90 minute session.
Outcomes
By the end of this course you will be able to:
- Understand the impact physical computing has on engaging students in computing
- Lead children to create block based programs to control the Crumble
- Understand how the Teach Computing Curriculum unit can be delivered with the Crumble
Scheduled courses
Fleecefield Primary School, Brettenham Road, London N18 2ES
Our Lady of Muswell Catholic Primary School, Pages Lane, Muswell Hill, London N10 1PS
Deddington Church of England Primary School, Earls Lane, Deddington, Banbury OX15 0TJ
Innovation Centre, 34 Peckover Street, Little Germany, Bradford BD1 5BD
St Matthias Church of England Primary School, Wordsworth Road, London N16 8DD
City of Stoke-on-Trent Sixth Form College, Leek Road, Stoke-on-Trent ST4 2RU
Anchorsholme Primary Academy, Eastpines Drive, Thornton-Cleveleys FY5 3RX
Hatfield Heath Primary School, Hatfield Heath, Bishop's Stortford CM22 7EA
Beamont Collegiate Academy, Long Lane, Warrington WA2 8PX
Rimon Jewish Primary School, 41a Dunstan Road, London NW11 8AE
Pate's Grammar School, Princess Elizabeth Way, Cheltenham GL51 0HG
All Saints RC School, Nunnery Lane, York YO23 1JG
The Bicester School, Queen's Avenue, Bicester OX26 2NS
Wetheringsett Church of England Primary School, Church Street, Wetheringsett, Stowmarket IP14 5PJ
Colerne CofE Primary School, Quarry Lane, Colerne, Chippenham SN14 8DU
University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield Campus, College Lane, Hatfield AL10 9AB
Maidstone Grammar School for Girls, Buckland Road, Maidstone ME16 0SF
Abbey Mead Primary Academy, 109 Ross Walk, Leicester LE4 5HH
Tameside One, Wellington Road, Ashton-under-Lyne OL6 6BL
Abbey Mead Primary Academy, 109 Ross Walk, Leicester LE4 5HH
Lincolnshire SCITT, The Keyworth Centre, Skellingthorpe Road, Lincoln LN6 0EP
North Beckton Primary School, Harrier Way, Beckton, London E6 5XG
The Haven Church of England Methodist Primary School, Atlantic Drive, Sovereign Harbour South, Eastbourne BN23 5SW
Dartford Grammar School, West Hill, Dartford DA1 2HW
Lawnswood School, Ring Road, West Park, Leeds LS16 5AG
Beamont Collegiate Academy, Long Lane, Warrington WA2 8PX
St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Hartlepool, Stratford Road, Hartlepool TS25 5AJ
South Benfleet Primary School, High Road, South Benfleet, Benfleet SS7 5HA
Queen's Park CofE/Urc Primary School, Rivington Road, St Helens WA10 4NQ
Earls Hall Primary School, Carlton Avenue, Westcliff-on-Sea SS0 0QN
Parklands Community Primary and Nursery School, Parklands, Little Sutton, Ellesmere Port CH66 3RL
Flying High Partnership (HQ), 2a Vickery Way, Chilwell, Beeston, Nottingham NG9 6RY
Reigate Park Primary School, Reigate Drive, Mackworth Estate, Derby DE22 4EQ
Bishop Challoner Catholic College, Institute Road, Kings Heath, Birmingham B14 7EG
Wellington Primary School, Wellington Way, Bow, London E3 4NE
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