Data Representation in Computing: Bring Data to LifeCO209

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.Due to its section on the representation of images, this...

Design and Prototype Embedded Computer SystemsCO218

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...

Effective ways to identify pre- and misconceptions in scienceNE250

There is a large body of research that highlights the importance of identifying students’ current ideas and views of phenomena, if we are to identify their learning boundary, and support them in developing and moving forward their conceptual understanding. It is therefore important to take time to identify...

EYFS: Developing children's scientific vocabularyNE265

EYFS: Outdoor learningNE264

This course will help you to develop your outdoor provision within the EYFS and explore a range of strategies to develop pupils' experiences of scientific enquiry.You may also be interested in:EYFS: Working scientificallyEYFS: Science through playEYFS: Developing children's scientific vocabulary

EYFS: Science through playNE263

Explore how play can be linked to science, allowing children to learn about themselves and the world around them, investigate and experience things, and ‘have a go.'You may also be interested in:EYFS: Working scientificallyEYFS: Outdoor learningEYFS: Developing children's scientific vocabulary

EYFS: Working scientificallyNE262

Scientific enquiry plays a central role it plays in developing children’s ideas, skills, knowledge and understanding in a way that sustains their natural curiosity.  In this course you will explore examples of simple activities that will help Early Years children to work scientifically.You may also be...

GCSE science exam preparation online course packageNE902

The courses in this package will help you develop your skills, knowledge and understanding around different aspects of preparing students for GCSE science exams. You can take the three courses in this package in any order, and work at your own pace.You will receive access to all three courses for 12 months by booking...

How Computers Work: Demystifying ComputationCO206

On this course, you’ll gain an understanding of how computers work at a fundamental level. You’ll explore system architecture, along with how computers use binary and logic. Once you’ve examined the von Neumann model of computer architecture and the Fetch-Execute cycle, you’ll learn to...

Impact of Technology: How To Lead Classroom DiscussionsCO215

On this course, you will explore the ethical, legal, cultural, and environmental concerns surrounding computer science. You will build the skills needed to hold relevant, open, and exciting discussions in the classroom. You will develop strategies to help your students be productive and write long-form answers to...

Improving teaching through observationNE253

In this short course you will explore how to use informal lesson observations to help improve teaching and learning in a more proactive way and rethink the approach into a more beneficial experience for everyone. 

Introduction to Cybersecurity for TeachersCO216

Teaching cybersecurity in schools is an important way to help students stay safe while using technology. On this course, teachers will be introduced to the core ideas of cybersecurity that should be taught in the classroom.You will learn the different attacks that individuals and devices are vulnerable to and how to...

Introduction to databases and SQLCO225

During this course you’ll learn what databases are and why we use them, exploring how to use SQL to search and manipulate the data. Along the way, you’ll learn about primary keys and table relationships, as well as how to create joins to search multiple tables. In the final week, you’ll finish by...

Introduction to Web DevelopmentCO221

Learn the basics of web development. On this course, you will first build a website using HTML and then style it with CSS and make it interactive using JavaScript.Along the way you'll learn about the box model, which describes how websites are laid out by browsers, and about the Document Object Model, which your...

Leading collaboration in curriculum planningNE261

This course will support you in leading collaborative curriculum planning in a way that values people’s professional views and existing expertise.  You will develop an implementation plan, explore tools to help you to decide on your priorities, enage your team in agreeing a curriulum vision and plan to use...