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The second interview of our Computer Science Accelerator (CSA) Programme graduate series is with Anna Sessarego-Mercer, a 45-year-old mum of two. She is an early career teacher of science and computer science.
11 JULY 2022
We look at key points raised in Ofsted’s latest subject research review around factors that influence the quality of computing education in schools in England.
08 JULY 2022
Our events celebrating Computer Science Accelerator graduate teachers, are well underway - with events in Birmingham, York and London held this week, and more still to come
07 JULY 2022
Today's evaluation report shares the results of the Pair Programming intervention. It explores whether using a teaching approach called pair programming has a positive impact on girls' attitudes towards computing.
07 JULY 2022
Over the next few months, we will be sharing stories from our Computer Science Accelerator graduates to learn how they got on with the certificate and how it helped them.
06 JULY 2022
To make sure that the Teach Computing Curriculum continues to be a useful asset to teachers and learners, we need to hear from as many different teachers as possible to find out how you’re using it and your experiences.
05 JULY 2022
With the end of the term in sight, now is a good time to update your account profile ready for September. We’ve pulled together some top tips to get you started.
04 JULY 2022
The huge growth in computing has resulted in data becoming vital across society. The use of data is pervasive across all sectors and economies around the world, to analyse, evaluate, and inform decisions.
30 JUNE 2022
To celebrate we have pulled together a list of resources you can use in the classroom to inspire and teach your students about what a career in gaming could involve.
20 JUNE 2022
In their third blog, based on the white paper, Practical Programming in Computing Education, the NCCE Academic Board members explain why practical programming is key to computer science, not just an optional add-on.
13 JUNE 2022
Are you delivering GCSE computer science for the first time this September? This summer, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join us in York for our three-day Preparing to teach GCSE computer science residential.
09 JUNE 2022
The National Centre for Computing Education is delighted that its Chair, Prof Simon Peyton Jones, is to receive an OBE for his services to education and computing science.
01 JUNE 2022
We're delighted to extend the invite for our Celebration events to all teachers who have obtained certification from the NCCE. Here's a sneak peek of what attendees can expect.
30 MAY 2022
Here at the National Centre for Computing Education, we're so excited about what we have in store over the next few months to help you make maximise your professional development and get ahead for September.
27 MAY 2022
In their second blog, based on the white paper, Practical Programming in Computing Education, the NCCE Academic Board explain why practical programming is intrinsic to computer science, not just an optional add-on.
25 MAY 2022
Starting your first primary teaching post can be an exciting but apprehensive time. Rachel Jackon offers tips to get you off to an early start and help support you in your first year.
24 MAY 2022
The summer term is finally here and we've collated a few ideas linked to computing to carry out with your Year 6 pupils.
11 MAY 2022
Today we have published the first of a series of evaluation reports for the Gender Balance in Computing programme. This first evaluation report concerns the feasibility of our pilot study of a teaching approach based on storytelling in key stage 1.
10 MAY 2022
We’re pleased to announce that booking is now live for our celebration events for graduates of the Computer Science Accelerator programme!
09 MAY 2022
Throughout the May half term, our Computing Hubs will be running a comprehensive range of live remote and face to face courses as part of our primary and subject knowledge certificates.
28 APRIL 2022
It's now six months since the NCCE physical computing kits scheme was launched, so we thought it would be a good time to report on how the scheme is going.
25 APRIL 2022
In their first article, based on the white paper, Practical Programming in Computing Education, the NCCE Academic Board explain why practical programming experience is a vitally important part of any computing education
22 APRIL 2022
Whether you’re an established subject leader, or excited to be moving into your first leadership post; the Teach Computing offer has grown significantly this last year, meaning we’re on hand to support you and your department's journey.
13 APRIL 2022
It's been a milestone month for the CQF with 1,000 schools now registered users, 25 Computing Quality Marks Achieved, and a packed event at BETT UK
11 APRIL 2022
Following the changes to the assessment of programming, the NCCE has realigned its Python Programming Constructs course to each of the GCSE awarding body specifications.
06 APRIL 2022
We are delighted to launch our summer term residential and intensive CPD programme, which takes place between May and July.
23 MARCH 2022
We are excited to announce an exciting programme of CPD available to book throughout the Easter holidays.
21 MARCH 2022
In preparation for Easter, we’ve collated a range of computing resources that you can adapt and use in your classrooms for a little seasonal fun!
17 MARCH 2022
The NCCE is looking for more teachers to join its Subject Practitioner Panels group. We ensure that we can best meet the needs of computing educators.
16 MARCH 2022
Following the success of our inaugural graduation event at Google Headquarters in 2019, we are pleased to announce that we will be running a series of celebration events in July 2022 for graduates of the Computer Science Accelerator!
15 MARCH 2022
We've got guest speakers, plus an 'After Hours' Computing at School event at BETT 20222 celebration of education and technology
14 MARCH 2022
Are you heading to the ASCL Annual Conference 2022? Come and talk to the NCCE team; find out more about what we do, including our new tool for schools, the Computing Quality Framework (CQF).
08 MARCH 2022
Computing is a relatively new subject in schools but computing in mathematics education has a long history.
07 MARCH 2022
Dave Gibbs looks at what cyber skills mean to school leaders, and how teachers and learners can thrive online.
28 FEBRUARY 2022
Alternate conceptions (often referred to as misconceptions) are learners’ beliefs about a concept that are overly simplified or inaccurate.
24 FEBRUARY 2022
This year National Careers Week will run from 7 to 12 March 2022. We have curated resources from across the NCCE to help you support your students.
16 FEBRUARY 2022
Christian Turton discusses how professional development from the NCCE can support schools to implement the new requirements of the golden thread of teacher development.
15 FEBRUARY 2022
Read our interview with Carrie Anne Philbin, the Raspberry Pi Foundation's Director of Educator Support.
11 FEBRUARY 2022
This week, advance information ahead of the 2022 exam series has been released. We look at what this means for computer science and how the NCCE can help.
08 FEBRUARY 2022
Are you looking to improve your understanding of student attainment ahead of the GCSE exams this summer? To support you, we have grown our Computer Science Accelerator residential programme.
01 FEBRUARY 2022
We are excited to announce the launch of our brand new two-week CPD programme, Fast-track fortnight!
31 JANUARY 2022
This February half term, we have a wide range of live remote and face to face courses on offer as part of our primary, secondary and subject knowledge certificates, all available to book now.
24 JANUARY 2022
The NCCE's new CQF is an online resource which enables schools to review and develop their computing provision - and recognises excellence
13 JANUARY 2022
We are very excited to announce a new way to take our online courses. Instead of our online courses being scheduled in runs, from today you will be able to join them all at any time you want.
05 JANUARY 2022
We’ve released 8 new topics of GCSE Computer Science content through the Isaac Computer Science programme.
04 JANUARY 2022
We're delighted to launch our new spring term residential programme, which is available to book now!
27 DECEMBER 2021
This month, we've selected some sparkling, seasonal resources to help you and your pupils celebrate the festive period. From Christmas coding and digital cards to making scarf designs for snowmen, these fun-filled resources can help you to bring festive joy to your classroom this December.
29 NOVEMBER 2021
Culturally relevant pedagogy is a framework that emphasises valuing all learners' knowledge, heritage and ways of learning. By drawing on students' own experiences and cultural knowledge you can ensure that the computing curriculum is relevant, engaging and accessible to all.
25 NOVEMBER 2021
Dave Gibbs and Carrie Anne Philbin look at how the NCCE can help schools ensure all students build the knowledge and skills needed in the digital age.
24 NOVEMBER 2021
We spoke to Sophie Hudson, who teaches at Linton on Ouse Primary School and Nursery, about her experience of leading primary computing and how she’s benefiting from the NCCE’s support.
15 NOVEMBER 2021