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Algorithms in GCSE computer science CP200

Develop your understanding of algorithms to successfully teach this topic in GCSE computer science.

• Hatfield 20 November—11 December 2019
• High Wycombe 29 November—29 November 2019
• Newcastle-upon-Tyne 2 December—10 December 2019
• Spennymoor 6 December—13 December 2019
• Coventry 16 December—16 December 2019
• Milton Keynes 18 December—19 December 2019
• Gateshead 9 January—30 January 2020
• Milton Keynes 16 January—13 February 2020
• Liverpool 20 January—24 February 2020
• Milton Keynes 30 January—5 March 2020

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Algorithmic thinking Computing Mathematics Key stage 4 CS Accelerator

An Introduction to Computer Networking for Teachers CO214

Build your knowledge and understanding of computer networks as a computer science teacher

• Online Course 7 October—25 November 2019

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Computer networks Computing Key stage 3 Key stage 4 CS Accelerator

Computing Hub Induction Programme Day 1: NCCE Programme Induction CP900

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Computing Hub Induction Programme Day 2: Systems and Processes Training CP901

• Online Webinar 27 November—27 November 2019

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Computing Hub Induction Programme Day 3: Educational Needs Awareness Training CP902

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Computing Hub Induction Programme Day 4: Reach and Engagement/Impact and Performance Training CP903

• London 19 November—19 November 2019
• Birmingham 20 November—20 November 2019
• York 21 November—21 November 2019

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Creating an Inclusive Classroom: Approaches to Supporting Learners with SEND in Computing CO700

Explore ways to make your computing lessons more inclusive for learners with special educational needs and disabilities.

• Online 18 November—29 December 2019

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Cross curricular

Creative computing for Key stage 3 CP206

This course will provide you with the theory, background and practical application to design and build a curriculum leading to increased engagement and student success

• Milton Keynes 6 February—16 June 2020

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Cross curricular Leadership Computing Key stage 3

CS Accelerator PDE Walkthrough for facilitators Networking and Data - INVITATION ONLY CP199

• York 12 December—12 December 2019
• London 17 January—17 January 2020

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CS Accelerator PDE Walkthrough for facilitators: Algorithms and Python Programming essentials - INVITATION ONLY CP198

• York 11 December—11 December 2019
• London 14 January—14 January 2020

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Data and computer systems in GCSE computer science CP201

Help your students understand computer systems, binary code and processor performance.

• Ipswich 13 November—4 December 2019
• Sunderland 14 November—21 November 2019
• York 25 November—9 December 2019
• Coventry 9 December—9 December 2019
• High Wycombe 19 December—19 December 2019
• Milton Keynes 24 January—28 February 2020
• Leicester 24 February—5 March 2020
• Exeter 12 March—23 April 2020
• Leicester 19 March—27 March 2020
• Leicester 24 June—29 June 2020

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Computer systems Data & information Computing Key stage 4 CS Accelerator

Design and Prototype Embedded Computer Systems CO218

Discover embedded system design

• Online Course 28 October—15 December 2019

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CS Accelerator

GCSE Computer Science - developing outstanding teaching CP205

This course helps teachers of GCSE to develop their classroom practice and deliver outstanding teaching of GCSE computer science

• Milton Keynes 19 March—23 June 2020

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Computing Key stage 4

How Computers Work: Demystifying Computation CO206

Explore the fundamentals of computing - computer architecture, binary logic, data processing, circuits, and more.

• Online Course 7 October—2 December 2019

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Computing Key stage 3 Key stage 4 CS Accelerator

Impact of Technology: How To Lead Classroom Discussions CO215

You will explore the ethical, legal, cultural, and environmental concerns surrounding computer science

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Data & information Computing Key stage 3 Key stage 4 CS Accelerator

Introduction to Cybersecurity for Teachers CO216

Teachers will be introduced to the core ideas of cybersecurity that should be taught in the classroom

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Computer networks Computer systems Data & information Computing Key stage 3 Key stage 4 CS Accelerator

Key stage 3 computing for non-specialists CY253

Perfect for those with little experience of teaching computing, develop your subject knowledge and understanding of programming essentials.

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Computing Key stage 3

KS4 computing for all CP207

This action-oriented professional development course explores the options available to computing teachers in different school contexts

• Ashington 27 November—27 November 2019
• Darlington 28 November—28 November 2019
• Bridgwater 2 December—2 December 2019
• Darlington 3 December—3 December 2019
• Milton Keynes 12 March—12 March 2020

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Cross curricular Leadership Computing Key stage 4

NCCE facilitator development programme (stage one) - Invitation Only CP725

Become an accredited Associate Facilitator of our National Centre of Computing Education CPD.

• Leyland 18 November—17 December 2019

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Train the trainer Computing Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Key stage 3 Key stage 4

NCCE Train the Trainer CP705

Successfully plan and deliver courses to other course facilitators

• London 7 February—7 February 2020
• York 12 February—12 February 2020
• York 21 April—21 April 2020

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Train the trainer Computing Key stage 3 Key stage 4

Networks and cyber-security in GCSE computer science CP202

Develop your knowledge of networks, computer security and guarding against threats to successfully teach your students

• York 2 December—18 December 2019
• Warwick 11 December—19 December 2019
• High Wycombe 20 December—20 December 2019
• Exeter 8 January—13 February 2020
• Milton Keynes 23 January—27 February 2020
• Gateshead 24 January—27 February 2020
• Liverpool 27 January—2 March 2020
• Ilminster 4 February—26 February 2020

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Computer networks Safety & Security Computing Key stage 4 CS Accelerator

Object-oriented Programming in Python: Create Your Own Adventure Game CO210

Learn object-oriented programming principles by creating your own text-based adventure game in Python.

• Online Course 25 November—20 January 2020

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Programming Computing Key stage 3 Key stage 4 CS Accelerator

Primary programming and algorithms CP003

Discover engaging and effective ways to help children use computational thinking.

• Darlington 18 November—18 November 2019
• Oxford 20 November—20 November 2019
• Telford 22 November—22 November 2019
• Hatfield 25 November—25 November 2019
• Sunderland 26 November—26 November 2019
• Caterham 29 November—29 November 2019
• Ipswich 29 November—29 November 2019
• Bury St Edmunds 3 December—3 December 2019
• North Shields 5 December—5 December 2019
• Addlestone 6 December—6 December 2019
• South Shields 10 December—10 December 2019
• Sunderland 12 December—12 December 2019
• Ashington 13 December—13 December 2019
• Gateshead 16 January—16 January 2020
• Liverpool 17 January—17 January 2020
• Leicester 6 February—6 February 2020
• Southport 24 February—24 February 2020
• Crawley 2 March—2 March 2020
• Leicester 14 May—14 May 2020

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Cross curricular Algorithmic thinking Programming Computing Mathematics Key stage 2

Programming 101: An Introduction to Python for Educators CO207

Explore the basics of Python. Guided by the Raspberry Pi Foundation, you’ll learn to code your first program

• Online Course 25 November—20 January 2020

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Programming Computing Key stage 3 Key stage 4 CS Accelerator

Programming 102: Think like a Computer Scientist CO208

Take your Python skills further. Guided by the Raspberry Pi Foundation, you’ll explore algorithms and list structures.

• Online Course 25 November—20 January 2020

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Programming Computing Key stage 3 Key stage 4 CS Accelerator

Programming 103: Saving and Structuring Data CO219

Learn how to save and structure data in external files, and import files back into your Python programs. Supported by Google.

• Online 4 November—23 December 2019

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CS Accelerator

Programming Pedagogy in Primary Schools: Developing Computing Teaching CO020

Investigate a range of pedagogical approaches for teaching programming to primary pupils

• Online 25 November—12 January 2020

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Programming Computing

Programming with GUIs CO217

Discover how to build your own Graphical User Interface (GUI) with Python and guizero.

• Online Course 2 December—26 January 2020

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Computing Key stage 4 CS Accelerator

Python programming essentials for GCSE computer science CP203

Discover the fundamentals of programming and develop your skills to teach GCSE computer science.

• Newcastle-upon-Tyne 20 November—26 November 2019
• Spennymoor 22 November—27 November 2019
• Litherland 11 December—8 January 2020
• Southampton 16 December—18 December 2019
• Coventry 18 December—18 December 2019
• High Wycombe 20 December—7 January 2020
• Leicester 6 January—13 February 2020
• High Wycombe 7 January—14 January 2020
• Exeter 16 January—26 February 2020
• Milton Keynes 17 January—14 February 2020
• Milton Keynes 31 January—6 March 2020
• Leicester 18 February—19 February 2020
• Liverpool 9 March—23 March 2020
• Ilminster 10 March—30 March 2020
• Leicester 15 April—17 April 2020
• Leicester 1 July—6 July 2020

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Programming Computing Mathematics Key stage 4 CS Accelerator

Representing Data with Images and Sound: Bringing Data to Life CO209

Learn how data is represented through media; audio, visual and text.

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Data & information Computing Key stage 3 Key stage 4 CS Accelerator

Scratch to Python: Moving from Block- to Text-based Programming CO211

Learn how to apply the thinking and programming skills you've learnt in Scratch

• Online 28 October—15 December 2019

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Programming Computing Key stage 3 Key stage 4

Teaching and leading key stage 1 computing CP001

Develop your confidence to teach the whole key stage 1 computing curriculum successfully.

• Manchester 14 November—5 December 2019
• South Shields 15 November—13 December 2019
• Ashington 15 November—22 November 2019
• Darlington 20 November—27 November 2019
• Ormskirk 20 December—1 January 2020
• Crawley 20 December—1 June 2020
• Crawley 17 January—28 January 2020
• Bridgwater 28 January—12 February 2020
• Leicester 26 February—5 May 2020
• Liverpool 6 March—20 March 2020
• Leicester 4 June—11 June 2020

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Computing Key stage 1

Teaching and leading key stage 2 computing CP002

Broaden your understanding of computer systems, networks and the internet to teach key stage 2 computing.

• Hatfield 13 November—4 December 2019
• South Shields 22 November—16 December 2019
• Malvern 22 November—6 December 2019
• Sunderland 27 November—11 December 2019
• Morpeth 4 December—11 December 2019
• Newton Aycliffe 6 December—13 December 2019
• Crawley 20 December—1 June 2020
• Leicester 16 January—23 January 2020
• Bridgwater 20 January—11 February 2020
• Leicester 23 April—30 April 2020

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Computing Key stage 2

Teaching Physical Computing with Raspberry Pi and Python CO205

Create simple systems that respond to and control the physical world using the Raspberry Pi and Python

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Computing Key stage 3 Key stage 4 CS Accelerator

Teaching Programming in Primary Schools CO010

Understand key programming concepts and apply them using Scratch

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Programming Computing Key stage 1 Key stage 2

Understanding Computer Systems CO212

Understand how the components of a computer system interact with each other on this online course for computing teachers.

• Online Course 4 November—23 December 2019

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Computer systems Computing Key stage 3 Key stage 4 CS Accelerator

Understanding Maths and Logic in Computer Science CO213

Improve your understanding and ability to teach maths and logic in computing while building elements of an escape room.

• Online Course 4 November—23 December 2019

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Computing Key stage 3 Key stage 4 CS Accelerator