Object oriented programming (OOP) in A Level computer scienceCP506

Object-oriented programming (OOP) is an approach to systems development that focuses on objects and the way that they interact. The OOP method of programming (or paradigm) is different to the procedural paradigm, which many programmers start out with on their learning journey.During this course you will learn about...

Literacy via primary computing – building vocabulary and embedding literacy skillsCP407

The national curriculum states that teachers should develop pupils’ spoken language, reading, writing and vocabulary as integral aspects of the teaching of every subject. This CPD will support you to do just this in computing. You will learn how to embed the teaching of vocabulary effectively throughout your...

Computing Quality Framework – driving change within your secondary school - short courseCP406

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 benchmarks within the framework and find out how they relate to computing within a school. Learning...

Systems architecture in A Level computer scienceCP505

Unlock the inner workings of computer systems during this course. Delve into the purpose and function of key system components, gaining insight into how they impact overall performance and functionality. Master the fundamentals of Von Neumann architecture and the fetch-decode-execute cycle. You’ll evaluate the...

CPD Implementation: Networks, Safety & SecurityCZ102D

Implementation support - Remote drop-in sessions, around the theme of Networks, Safety & Security .These post-CPD interventions support the effective implementation and embedding of online, remote and face-to-face CPD – of particular benefit for Computing Cluster school staff who have attended CPD around...

Space Education Quality Mark induction for secondary schoolsSE200

The Space Education Quality Mark (SEQM) is designed to support schools and colleges using the subject of space to inspire and engage their students in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) subjects.The SEQM is an award given to schools that have used the context of space to enhance learning across...

Boolean logic in A Level computer scienceCP503

Boolean logic is a way of describing the circuits inside a computer, and the same concept can be represented by a logic circuit diagram, a truth table, or a Boolean expression.During this course you’ll learn how to interpret circuit diagrams, write Boolean expressions and explore the laws of Boolean algebra.You...

Pathfinding algorithms in A Level computer scienceCP504

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...

Adapting the Teach Computing Curriculum for mixed-year classes - short courseCP404

A short course providing practical guidance on adapting the Teach Computing Curriculum to suit your own mixed-age setting.The Teach Computing Curriculum is based on a learning progression from Year 1 through to Year 6, with content being organised into year groups. This spiral curriculum approach allows for skills to...

Data structures in A Level computer scienceCP502

Almost all programs process data in some form, data therefore needs to be stored in ways that mean it can be easily manipulated by program code. During this CPD you’ll learn how various data structures are used to organise and store data. You’ll learn about static and dynamic data structures; stacks and...

Assembly language in A Level computer scienceCP501

Dive into the world of assembly language; this CPD will develop both your theoretical knowledge and practical skills in relation to the use of this fundamental, low-level mode of programming for A Level computer science. During this two-hour course, you’ll learn the essentials of assembly language including...

New to computing pathway - RemoteCP479

Computing is an evolving and exciting subject to teach, which opens up a variety of career options. This pathway will support you start your journey to becoming upskilled with the subject knowledge and confidence to teach computing. By booking onto this pathway, you’ll complete two of the following courses from...

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Getting started with Python programming – short courseCP351

This short course will introduce you to the text-based programming language, Python. During the 90 minutes, you’ll be introduced to the three programming constructs, sequencing, selection and iteration. You’ll have the opportunity to investigate, run and modify existing programs, whilst being supported by...

KS3 computing (module 3): Creative curriculum enrichment and inclusion (remote)CP449