Pathfinding algorithms are used to find solutions to a given problem, using the shortest path between a set of points. These problems are commonplace, from satellite navigation systems to internet packet routing. During this course you’ll learn how the Dijkstra’s and A* search algorithms function.You...

Start date	08 May 2024
Location
Duration	2 Hours
Fees	Free
Subsidy	Computing Subsidy up to - £0.00

Effective teaching is underpinned by the accurate use of assessment, enabling teachers to check knowledge and understanding of children. The use of accurate assessment allows teaching to be adapted and personalised, improving the learning journey for students.This CPD aims to improve teachers’ knowledge of their...

Start date	08 May 2024
Location	Remote Delivered CPD
Duration	90 Minutes
Fees	Free
Subsidy	Computing Subsidy up to - £0.00

Start date	09 May 2024
Location	Derby
Duration	1 Day
Fees	Free
Subsidy	Computing Subsidy up to - £0.00

This course will provide an introduction to Marty V2, and how this fantastic resource can be used to enhance engagement in Computing Science principles and concepts across the primary setting. While this PL is targeted primarily at First/Second level, Marty V2 can be used as an unplugged Computing Science resource or...

Start date	09 May 2024
Location	Dunfermline
Duration	15 Hours
Fees	From £320.00 . Fees can vary, see page for more details
Subsidy	From - £320.00

Take your first steps towards teaching programming within Design and Technology, during this course you’ll explore different programming techniques and how to apply them to popular platforms such as VEX, Crumble and Micro:Bit. You’ll consider how use-modify-create can be used in the classroom to...

Start date	09 May 2024
Location	Remote Delivered CPD
Duration	10 Hours
Fees	Free
Subsidy	Computing Subsidy up to - £0.00

Programming is large part of the computing curriculum and one which is taught in each year group at primary school. This course will ensure subject leaders are confident in supporting colleagues to understand what primary programming entails; from developing simple algorithms to designing programs to meet specific...

Start date	09 May 2024
Location	Warrington
Duration	1 Day
Fees	Free
Subsidy	Computing Subsidy up to - £0.00

Some children seem to naturally flourish in computing, while others need more support to reach their potential. This CPD aims to give every child an outstanding computing education in primary school, opening up future study and employment routes and closing attainment gaps while building a coalition of learner support...

Start date	09 May 2024
Location	Bradford
Duration	1 Day
Fees	Free
Subsidy	Computing Subsidy up to - £0.00

Avoid unnecessary strain and workload in anticipation of an inspection, by joining this short CPD. You’ll find out what Ofsted are looking for and, just as importantly, what they don’t expect departments to produce – separating evidence from myth. You’ll develop a lean preparation plan, to...

Start date	09 May 2024
Location
Duration	2 Hours
Fees	Free
Subsidy	Computing Subsidy up to - £0.00

Increase confidence in our delivery of practical lessons through developing a deeper understanding of when to use them and some of the common pitfalls of practical activity, by:Considering why we do practical work in science;​Reflecting on how we best develop learners’ understanding and skills through...

Start date	09 May 2024
Location	Remote delivered CPD
Duration	2 Hours
Fees	From £75.00 + VAT. Fees can vary, see page for more details

Increase confidence in our delivery of practical lessons through developing a deeper understanding of when to use them and some of the common pitfalls of practical activity, by:Considering why we do practical work in science;​Reflecting on how we best develop learners’ understanding and skills through...

Start date	09 May 2024
Location	Remote delivered CPD
Duration	90 Minutes
Fees	From £75.00 + VAT. Fees can vary, see page for more details

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 Bee-Bot is...

Start date	09 May 2024
Location	Hatfield
Duration	90 Minutes
Fees	Free
Subsidy	Computing Subsidy up to - £0.00

Explore the Computing Quality Framework to identify and support change within your school. You will find out about the framework and how to review their progress in developing computing provision. You will explore the dimensions within the framework and find out how they relate to computing within a school. Learning...

Start date	09 May 2024
Location	Remote Delivered CPD
Duration	90 Minutes
Fees	Free
Subsidy	Computing Subsidy up to - £0.00

An understanding of algorithms is vital for success in computer science. Students need to know how algorithms are designed to solve a problem, and how these designs are represented to other humans. This course references the OCR J277 9-1 GCSE Computer Science specification.During this course, you’ll develop your...

Start date	10 May 2024
Location
Duration	6 Hours
Fees	Free
Subsidy	Computing Subsidy up to - £205.00

Take your first steps to becoming a competent teacher of Python programming; this CPD will develop your foundational knowledge around the Python language. This course references the OCR J277 9-1 GCSE Computer Science specification and their Exam Reference Language, allowing you to explore practical programming and OCR...

Start date	10 May 2024
Location
Duration	6 Hours
Fees	Free
Subsidy	Computing Subsidy up to - £0.00

Programming is large part of the computing curriculum and one which is taught in each year group at primary school. This course will ensure subject leaders are confident in supporting colleagues to understand what primary programming entails; from developing simple algorithms to designing programs to meet specific...

Start date	10 May 2024
Location	Coventry
Duration	1 Day
Fees	Free
Subsidy	Computing Subsidy up to - £0.00