Experienced leaders of primary computing CP020

In this 2 day Face to Face course for experienced computing leaders, you will take your leadership to the next level. Learning how to design inclusive computing units, boost pupil engagement, and build computing capital with career-linked learning and enrichment.

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Summary

In this course you will explore how to develop a bespoke curriculum by  adapting the Teach Computing Curriculum units to suit your school’s context—factoring in cultural capital, cohort needs, available equipment, and software—while maintaining curriculum coverage and rigour. You will explore  inclusive strategies for SEND and higher-attaining pupils, whilst considering budget-friendly teaching approaches, and practical software solutions.

You’ll reflect on what outstanding computing teaching looks like and use tools like the Computing Quality Framework (CQF) to evaluate and improve provision, including transitions across key stages. You will learn effective ways to addresses gender balance in computing. Exploring how stereotypes and biases affect pupil engagement and identifying how to make computing more accessible and empowering for girls.

Finally, you'll explore how to build pupils’ computing capital through career-linked learning and authentic experiences with real-world job roles. Learn how to engage with STEM Ambassadors and make the most of enrichment opportunities to inspire all learners and broaden their understanding of future possibilities in computing. 

Who is it for?

Experienced leaders of primary computing, Primary computing leaders

What topics are covered?

• Advanced Curriculum Design
• Inclusion, SEND & Adaptive teaching
• Recognise the barriers that girls can face in computing.
• Identify strategies that can make the computing curriculum feel more inclusive.
• Understand the aims of careers-related learning in the primary phase
• Recognise the benefits of STEM Ambassador engagement
• Know how to use career-linked learning approaches and enrichment activities effectively in your school

How will you learn?

Hands-on experiential learning with the collaborative support of your peers. Expert advice and instruction on the GCSE curriculum and the expectations of a computer science teacher, from experienced classroom practitioners.

How long is this course?

12 hours of CPD delivered over 2 days

Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Adapt and enhance your computing curriculum
• Ensure adaptive teaching in computing
• Understand inclusive teaching in computing and ways to reduce cognitive load
• Maximise effective use of technology in your school
• Improve your SEND provision in computing
• Lead outstanding computing teaching and development of others in your school
• Enhance classroom impact by improving key stage transitions
• Increasing the effectiveness of other adults in supporting computing learning