Monthly Communication Archives: April 2022
Free Computer Science CPD – Getting Started with Python Programming
This short course will introduce you to the text-based programming language, Python. During the 90 minutes, you’ll be introduced to the three programming constructs, sequencing, selection and iteration. You’ll have the opportunity to investigate, run and modify existing programs, whilst being supported by an experienced facilitator. If you’re new to text-based programming, this course will Continue reading →
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Free Computer Science CPD – Getting Started in Year 5
This course provides a comprehensive look at how to teach computing in Year 5 using the Teach Computing Curriculum. You will be guided through the topics and skills taught at Year 5 and understand how they fit into the wider Teach Computing Curriculum. You will also have a go at many of the activities that Continue reading →
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Free Computer Science CPD – Assessing Computational Thinking in Primary Schools
A 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 Continue reading →
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Free Computer Science CPD – Introduction to Computer Systems, Networking and Security
Find out how the components of computer systems interlink and how these can then be connected together to form a network. Learn about the different components of computer hardware, including devices not instantly recognisable as computers. The key components for input, processing, storage and output will be covered, and you’ll learn about the binary data Continue reading →
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Free Computing Science CPD – Introduction to Algorithms, Programming and Data
Take your first steps towards teaching computer science and establish a foundational knowledge of concepts, terminology and classroom practice. Find out how algorithms are designed and how programs are written to provide clear instructions to machines. Learn about the binary system used by computers to store and process data, and how to convert to and Continue reading →
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25 April 2022Purpose
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Free Computer Science CPD – The Internet and Cyber-Security
You will build on knowledge of local computer networks to cover the globally connected systems forming the internet. Learn how protocols are used to transfer data across the internet and how each of the layers within the TCP/IP stack functions. You’ll also develop your knowledge of computer security including measures to guard against a range Continue reading →
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Free Computer Science CPD – Getting Started in Year 6
This course provides a comprehensive look at how to teach computing in Year 6 using the Teach Computing Curriculum. You will be guided through the topics and skills taught at Year 6 and understand how they fit into the wider Teach Computing Curriculum. You will also have a go at many of the activities that Continue reading →
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Free Computer Science CPD -Online Safety through Primary Computing
This short course will support the needs of schools in ensuring that they keep children safe whilst teaching computing and using technology to access the full primary curriculum. Online safety is a whole-school priority, and can be supported effectively through a high-quality computing curriculum. Using high-quality, evidence-based resources and best practice this CPD supports computing Continue reading →
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25 April 2022Purpose
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Free Computer Science CPD -Introduction to the Teach Computing Curriculum
This course provides an overview of the Teach Computing Curriculum, a freely available whole school computing curriculum designed to ensure progression of subject knowledge and key skills. You will be guided through the topics and skills taught across the primary phase and understand how it may be adapted to your own school setting. Designed for Continue reading →
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Ilfracombe Infant and Nursery School: Proposal to lower age range
Following completion of the statutory process and consultation, Devon County Council’s Cabinet has approved the proposal to lower the age range of Ilfracombe Infant and Nursery School from 3-7 to 2-7 years of age with effect from 25 April 2022.
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25 April 2022Purpose
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