Assessing computational thinking in primary schools - short course
CP457 Live remote training course
A short course providing practical guidance on the assessment of key thinking skills in primary computing
Skip to course bookingA short course providing practical guidance on the assessment of key thinking skills in primary computing
Computational thinking lies at the heart of the national curriculum. It includes the key building blocks for success in computing such as using abstraction to simplify problems, or how to decompose problems into smaller chunks. As computational thinking skills develop children become more adept at applying logic, spotting patterns, planning algorithms and evaluating computer programs.
This CPD includes easily applied, practical approaches to assessing the development of computational thinking. Developing these techniques will help you to gauge what is expected of learners as they progress through primary school. By supporting the development of key subject skills, you will ensure that children build on existing skills and knowledge, so they are equipped for the next stage of their education.
Who is it for?
Teacher and subject leaders of primary computing
Topics covered
This short CPD covers:
- Models of computational thinking that apply to the primary classroom
- Adapting lesson plans to develop computational thinking
- Formative and summative assessment approaches
- Progression models through KS1 and KS2
How long is this course?
90 minutes
How will you learn?
A scheduled live, interactive online session led by an experienced practitioner, with a short pre-session task.
Outcomes
By the end of this course you will be able to:
- Understand the term computational thinking
- Recognise what CT looks like in the classroom
- Identify progression in CT capability
- Apply reliable assessment methods in CT
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