Developing primary D&T and robotics using Vex Go NW508
Developing primary D&T and robotics using Vex Go Explore how Vex Go can support learning of robotics within relevant areas of the primary curriculum. Find out how to use the kits and software and develop the digital skills of your pupils.
Summary
This course will support teachers to use the VEX Go kits within their school, ensuring that educators are competent users of the kits. It will show teachers effective approaches for teaching robotics at an age-appropriate level. Demonstrating how they support curriculum learning as well as enrichment opportunities. Participants will find out how to develop the digital skills of all learners using the Vex Go kits and resources. Looking at effective approaches to teach these skills. They will ensure that skills are taught progressively maximising children’s learning through use of technology and digital tools. There will be plenty of time to explore how to use Vex training products to further the use of the VEX Go kits following this CPD. Participants will become more confident in using them to develop innovative approaches to curriculum and extra-curricular learning. As well as learning how to make most of the existing Vex resources. Participants will also become more confident in developing and supporting colleagues, building confidence in using Vex Go across their school.
Who is it for?
Primary teachers, primary D&T leads, primary computing leads, primary STEM leads
What topics are covered?
How to use Vex Go equipment and resources
Links to the primary curriculum
Effective approaches to teaching with Vex Go
Implementation in the classroom
How will you learn?
Face to face
How long is this course?
1 Day
Outcomes
You will be able to:• Understand how to use Vex Go kits to ensure children’s learning within the curriculum and beyond • Know how to develop skills using Vex Go kits and software • Use effective approaches for teaching and learning using Vex Go resources • Identify how to use products to support and extend learners