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Physical computing kit - KS2 Crumble - short course

CP252 Face to face course

Explore physical computing using the Crumble device and how the Teach Computing Curriculum can be used to engage students.

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Practical work Algorithmic thinking Computer systems Programming Key stage 2 Primary certificate
Face to face course 90 minutes

  • Telford 28 September 16:00—28 September 2023
  • Dartford 2 October 17:00—2 October 2023
  • Sturminster Newton 4 October 16:00—4 October 2023
  • Warrington 5 October 15:30—5 October 2023
  • Oxford 12 October 09:30—12 October 2023
  • Langley 12 October 13:30—12 October 2023
  • Birmingham 12 October 15:00—12 October 2023
  • Dudley 17 October 15:00—17 October 2023
  • Maidstone 19 October 16:00—19 October 2023
  • Hindhead 20 October 09:00—20 October 2023
  • Ipswich 23 October 16:00—23 October 2023
  • Orpington 30 October 16:00—30 October 2023
  • Hatfield 3 November 13:45—3 November 2023
  • Dartford 6 November 14:00—6 November 2023
  • Thornton-Cleveleys 6 November 15:45—6 November 2023
  • Warrington 6 November 15:45—6 November 2023
  • Coventry 7 November 15:00—7 November 2023
  • Leicester 7 November 16:00—7 November 2023
  • Aylesbury 9 November 09:30—9 November 2023
  • Leeds 9 November 13:00—9 November 2023
  • Rotherham 13 November 16:00—13 November 2023
  • Bradford 14 November 13:30—14 November 2023
  • Bury St Edmunds 21 November 16:00—21 November 2023
  • Bingley 23 November 13:30—23 November 2023
  • Leicester 28 November 16:00—28 November 2023
  • Sunderland 30 November 16:00—30 November 2023
  • Sheffield 5 December 16:00—5 December 2023
  • Ipswich 11 December 16:00—11 December 2023
  • Maidstone 12 December 16:00—12 December 2023
  • Shrewsbury 14 December 13:00—14 December 2023
  • Orpington 8 January 16:00—8 January 2024
  • Birmingham 9 January 15:00—9 January 2024
  • Wolverhampton 17 January 15:00—17 January 2024
  • Rotherham 22 January 09:00—22 January 2024
  • Lincoln 1 February 13:00—1 February 2024
  • Maidstone 7 February 16:00—7 February 2024
  • Nottingham 8 February 16:00—8 February 2024
  • Orpington 19 February 16:00—19 February 2024
  • Exeter 21 February 16:00—21 February 2024
  • Bradford 7 March 13:30—7 March 2024
  • Maidstone 26 March 16:00—26 March 2024
  • Orpington 15 April 16:00—15 April 2024
  • Banbury 29 April 15:45—29 April 2024
  • Bradford 7 May 13:30—7 May 2024
  • Bristol 9 May 16:00—9 May 2024
  • Cheltenham 17 May 16:00—17 May 2024
  • Chippenham 21 May 16:00—21 May 2024
  • Maidstone 22 May 16:00—22 May 2024
  • Orpington 3 June 16:00—3 June 2024
  • Nottingham 4 July 16:00—4 July 2024
  • Birmingham 16 July 15:00—16 July 2024

Physical computing involves programming digital devices to sense and interact with the world – an engaging alternative to screen-only activity. It touches upon many areas of the computing curriculum, bringing subject knowledge and programming skills to engaging and enjoyable classroom activities.
The Crumble Controller is an easy-to-use programmable device, ideal for physical computing in primary schools. It is capable of driving two motors. With 4 input / output terminals, children can connect LEDs, switches and other interesting add-ons.
During this CPD you’ll explore how Crumble can be used in the classroom, with blocks of code ‘snapping’ together in an easy-to-use, Scratch-like environment suitable for key stage 2. You’ll find out how to setup the device, how to make use of input and output terminals and explore how to use the device with children. The CPD will help you gain confidence in teaching using Crumble, and the free Teach Computing Curriculum.
The National Centre for Computing Education has developed a Crumble physical computing kit that can be borrowed from your local Computing Hub, following your CPD.

Who is it for?

This course is aimed at classroom teacher and subject leaders of computing, looking to develop physical computing approaches in the KS2 classroom.

How long is this course?

This course consists of one 90 minute session. 

How will you learn?

Hands-on experiential learning with the collaborative support of your peers, led by an experienced Professional Development Leader. The course will model teaching approaches that can be taken back to the classroom.

Outcomes

By the end of this course you will be able to:
● Understand the impact physical computing has on engaging students in computing
● Lead children to create block based programs to control the Crumble
● Understand how the Teach Computing Curriculum unit can be delivered with the Crumble

This course is part of Teach primary computing

Teach primary computing

Our nationally recognised qualification will support you to demonstrate your commitment to developing your own practice and to computing as a school subject.

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