Computing courses for teachers
Discover our range of professional development courses, designed to help you teach computing. Courses cover key stages 1 to 4 and cater for all levels of knowledge.
Choose how and when you want to learn, through face to face, online, or live remote training.
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An introduction to algorithms, programming and data in GCSE computer science - face to faceCP228
Create some simple block-based computer programs and discover how to implement them in the text based language Python.
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Algorithms Data & information Programming Computing Key stage 3 Key stage 4 CS AcceleratorAn introduction to computer systems, networking and security in computer science - remoteCP438
Learn about the different components of computer hardware, including devices not instantly recognisable as computers.
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Computer networks Computer systems Safety & Security Computing Key stage 4 CS AcceleratorAssessing computational thinking in primary schoolsCP457
A short course providing practical guidance on the assessment of key thinking skills in primary computing
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Leadership Key stage 1 Key stage 2Assessment in secondary computing - remoteCP413
Effective teaching is underpinned by the accurate use of assessment, during this course you’ll explore formative and summative assessment strategies whilst understanding how to accurately assess.
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Leadership Computing Key stage 3 Key stage 4Assessment of primary computingCP007
Develop your confidence and knowledge in assessing computing across the primary age range.
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Leadership Key stage 2 Primary certificateEncouraging girls into GCSE computer science - remoteCP440
Explore the big picture with the current Gender imbalance in GSCE computer science between girls and boys. Be part of discussions around reasons for this gap, including, lack of role models, unconscious bias, and a non-inclusive curriculum amongst others. Consider different strategies inside and outside of the classroom to support the narrowing of the gap before finally planning effective interventions in KS3 to improve the uptake in your own school.
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Leadership Computing Key stage 3 Key stage 4Higher attainment in computer science - meeting the challenges of the exams - remoteCP439
Explore how to improve attainment in Computer Science, look at how students should tackle exam questions and use key resources such as moderator reports, how retrieval and interleaving can be used and mapping progression from KS3 to KS4.
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Leadership Algorithms Computer systems Programming Computing Key stage 4 CS AcceleratorMaths in computer science - face to faceCP234
Mathematics is firmly embedded at the core of computer science, during this course you’ll explore the foundational topics at the heart of mathematics and computer science.
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Algorithms Computer systems Data & information Computing Mathematics Key stage 3 Key stage 4 CS AcceleratorPhysical computing kit - KS2 CrumbleCP252
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 Algorithms Computer systems Programming Physical computing Computing Key stage 2Physical computing kit - KS3 micro:bitCP253
Explore physical computing using the micro:bit device and how the Teach Computing Curriculum can be used to engage students.
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Practical work Algorithms Computer systems Programming Physical computing Computing Key stage 3Primary programming and algorithms - face to faceCP003
Discover engaging and effective ways to help children use computational thinking.
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Algorithms Programming Computing Key stage 1 Key stage 2 Primary certificateRepresenting algorithms using flowcharts and pseudocode - face to faceCP220
Improve your knowledge of algorithms to the level appropriate for GCSE teaching. Become confident in using the key building blocks of sequence, selection and iteration, and learn to apply algorithmic thinking
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Algorithms Computing Key stage 3 Key stage 4 CS AcceleratorTeaching key stage 2 computing - module 1 - remoteCP452
This course aims to deepen understanding of computer science, information technology and digital literacy.
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Leadership Computer networks Computer systems Impact of technology Safety & Security Computing Key stage 2 Primary certificateTeaching key stage 2 computing - module 2 - remoteCP453
Skilfully combining a wide range of software applications and multimedia such as video, images and sound, you will be better able to support children in creative and engaging project work across the whole primary curriculum.