Foundation knowledge of computer science for KS3 and GCSECO426

A high-quality computer science education equips students with computational thinking and creativity, enabling them to understand and shape the world. As the core of the computing national curriculum, computer science is a foundation subject and a vital component of a broad and balanced education for all learners....

Supporting GCSE computer science students at grades 1-3CO478

This evidence-based CPD aims to enhance teachers' understanding of how to achieve the best outcomes for students working towards grades 1–3 in GCSE Computer Science. Whether you're already teaching the subject or new to it, this course is designed to support your understanding of how to teach students aiming for...

Maths for A Level Computer ScienceCO518

Enhance your A-level CS teaching with a deep focus on number representation. This course covers binary/denary conversions, floating point numbers, normalisation, and related mathematical operations, boosting your confidence in teaching maths-related content.

An introduction to computer systems, networking and security in GCSE computer scienceCO438

Take your first steps towards teaching GCSE computer science and establish a foundational knowledge base of concepts, terminology and classroom practice. Find out how the components of computer systems interlink and how these can then be connected together to form a network.Learn about the different components of...

Python programming constructs: sequencing, selection and iterationCO223

Take your first steps to becoming a competent teacher of Python programming; this CPD will develop your foundational knowledge around the Python language. Learn how to write code to input, process and output data, and how to manipulate data stored in variables. Using the building blocks of sequence, selection and...

Preparing for Ofsted in secondary computingCO444

Avoid unnecessary strain and workload in anticipation of an inspection by joining this CPD course. You’ll learn what Ofsted expects - and, just as importantly, what they don’t expect - separating evidence from myth.You’ll develop a streamlined preparation plan to confidently ensure your curriculum...

Teaching GCSE Computer Science: improving student engagementCO240

Effective teaching of Computer Science relies on strong subject knowledge and a solid understanding of effective pedagogy. This evidence-based CPD will help you enhance your classroom practice by broadening and deepening your pedagogical approach, ensuring you get the best from your students.During this course, you...

KS3 computing (module 2): Creative curriculum content, sequencing and pedagogyCO248

During this course, you’ll explore the optimal sequence for teaching concepts, the benefits of interleaving for long-term knowledge retention, and strategies for developing student understanding at pace while avoiding cognitive overload. You'll integrate proven techniques such as retrieval practice and peer...

Assessment of secondary computingCO413

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

Encouraging girls into computer scienceCO440

There is a gender imbalance in computing that needs to be addressed, with girls significantly under-represented in GCSE and A-level Computer Science:In 2023, only 21% of GCSE Computer Science entries were girls.At A-level, this dropped to just 15%.Similarly, only 21% of students applying for computing-related degrees...

New leaders of secondary computingCO411A

Moving into curriculum leadership can feel like be a big step. Whether you are new to the role, or looking to progress in the future, this course will build confidence and clarity allowing you to succeed.Written by experienced department leaders, and based in the most recent evidence of 'what works', you'll come away...

Introduction to primary computingCO454

This self-paced online course provides you with the knowledge and confidence to get started teaching computing in your school. Suitable for all primary teachers, whether you’re an early career teacher or would like to improve your understanding of how to teach computing. In this self-directed course, you...

Computing Quality Framework – driving change within your secondary schoolCO406

Explore the Computing Quality Framework to identify and support change within your school. You will learn about the framework and how to review your school's progress in developing its computing provision. By exploring the benchmarks within the framework, you will understand how they relate to computing in a school...

Programming 103: Saving and Structuring DataCO219

Discover how to save data to use it across multiple runs of your programOn this course, you will learn how to save text and binary files, and how to structure data so that programs can interpret it correctly. You will explore various common types of structured files, including CSV and JSON, and also find out how...

Careers and enrichment in primary computingCO441

Children begin to make decisions about their future at an early age. This means it is crucial that children’s experiences in computing build their computing capital and their feeling on belonging in computing. This includes career-linked learning in computing as well as authentic experiences with a range of job...