Scratch to Python: Moving from Block- to Text-based ProgrammingCO211A08

Available from	01 Feb 2021
Duration	10 Weeks
Venue	Online Course
Fees	Free

Block-based programming languages like Scratch make it simple to learn and teach programming. But once you and your students have mastered it, it’s time to move on to a text-based programming language such as Python. This online course will show you how. You’ll discover how to transfer the programming...

Understanding Maths and Logic in Computer ScienceCO213A08

Available from	01 Feb 2021
Duration	4 Weeks
Venue	Online Course
Fees	Free

The mathematical aspects of computer science can be difficult to understand and teach. On this course, you will be introduced to maths and logic in computing in an engaging way. Using the concept of an escape room, you will learn activities and games to help improve your knowledge and skills in this subject. You...

Design and Prototype Embedded Computer SystemsCO218A08

Available from	01 Feb 2021
Duration	3 Weeks
Venue	Online Course
Fees	Free
Bursary	Computing Bursary up to - £0.00

On this course, you will explore how embedded systems are used in the world around us.You will learn what makes an embedded system different from a general purpose system (such as a PC) and discover how embedded systems are specialised for a particular use case.As you explore the iterative design process, you will...

An Introduction to Computer Networking for TeachersCO214A07

Available from	01 Feb 2021
Duration	4 Weeks
Venue	Online Course
Fees	Free

Explore the fundamentals of computer networking with this online course for GCSE teachers. You will improve your understanding of key concepts and gain the confidence to teach the subject in the classroom. On this course, you will learn to describe the different types of computer networks and understand how data...

Understanding Computer SystemsCO212A09

Available from	01 Feb 2021
Duration	4 Weeks
Venue	Online Course
Fees	Free

Understanding how a computer works after you press the power button is key to working with technology effectively. On this course, you will explore what happens inside the machine and learn how computers turn inputs into outputs.You will learn what the computer operating system does and why you need it. You will also...

Programming 101: An Introduction to Python for EducatorsCO207A09

Available from	01 Feb 2021
Duration	10 Weeks
Venue	Online Course
Fees	Free

On this course, you’ll explore programming in Python. You’ll discover basic programming concepts, learning how to understand the basics of python syntax and interpret error messages.Ultimately, you’ll use your new coding skills to create your first program - which will be able to solve a simple...

Creating an Inclusive Classroom: Approaches to Supporting Learners with SEND in ComputingCO700A07

Available from	01 Mar 2021
Duration	5 Weeks
Venue	Online Course
Fees	Free
Bursary	Computing Bursary up to - £0.00

As educators, we should aim to provide every young person with the skills and knowledge to become active participants in a digital world. On this course, you will examine the common barriers faced by students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in the computing classroom, and how to address...

Creating an Inclusive Classroom: Approaches to Supporting Learners with SEND in ComputingCO700A06

Available from	01 Mar 2021
Duration	5 Weeks
Venue	Online Course
Fees	Free
Bursary	Computing Bursary up to - £0.00

As educators, we should aim to provide every young person with the skills and knowledge to become active participants in a digital world. On this course, you will examine the common barriers faced by students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in the computing classroom, and how to address...

Programming Pedagogy in Secondary Schools: Inspiring Computing TeachingCO222A06

Available from	01 Mar 2021
Duration	3 Hours
Venue	Online Course
Fees	Free
Bursary	Computing Bursary up to - £0.00

Transform your teaching by developing your pedagogical approach.In the first two weeks of this course, you’ll be introduced to a range of pedagogical approaches suitable for Key Stage 3. You’ll look at a range of pedagogies aimed at developing your students’ computational thinking skills, from...

Representing Data with Images and Sound: Bringing Data to LifeCO209A07

Available from	01 Mar 2021
Duration	10 Weeks
Venue	Online Course
Fees	Free

Learn how data is represented through media; audio, visual and text.This online course explores how computers do interesting things with data. You’ll discover how to represent and manipulate text, images and sound and compression and other algorithms.We recommend that learners have a basic understanding of...