COMPUTING WITH EASTERN EDUCATION GROUP
TRAINING DATES
19th September 9:30am- 3:30pm at St Lawrence Primary (lunch provided)
Leading Primary Computing Course for Computing Leads Module 1
01 | The role of the subject leader – considering the common, and less common, roles undertaken by leaders of computing, helping you to clarify your role through discussion with others in a similar position.
02 | Developing an outstanding curriculum – curriculum intent and implementation, with consideration of age-appropriate progression. You’ll engage with the Teach Computing Curriculum, planning how to integrate it into an appropriate programme of study in your school.
03 | Assessment of computing – you’ll evaluate a range of generic and subject-specific approaches to assessment of computing, both formative and summative, to drive attainment in the subject.
04 | Monitoring and evidencing progress in computing – develop your knowledge of effective monitoring practices within computing to ensure progression. Review the expectations for evidence collection taking account of teacher workload and accountability and learn time-saving ways to evidence progress.
21st January 9:30am- 3:30pm at St Lawrence Primary (lunch provided)
Physical Computing using the Micro:Bit and Crumble
Morning Session
Introduction to the Micro:bit: During this CPD, you’ll learn how to get started with the micro:bit, exploring the in-built buttons, LEDs, and sensors for detecting movement, sound, light and heat. You’ll find out how to setup the device, how to attach add-ons to make use of the inputs and outputs, and how to teach using micro:bit, making use of freely available resources.
Using micro:bit to collect data in school surveys: You will find out how to use micro:bits in your school to collect data through curriculum linked activities including: comparing surface temperatures, investigating biodiversity, measuring areas, and tracking physical activity.
Afternoon Session
Introduction to Crumble: 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
eastern education group
The vision for the Eastern Education Group is simple. In an ever-changing world, they deliver a world-class, inspirational life-long learning journey that drives prosperity and wellbeing for all in their communities.
Eastern Education Group has identified eight character strengths: resilience, optimism, curiosity, ambition, ownership, respect, self-control and confidence, which foster a culture in which we are preparing students to live as independent thinkers confident in their choices and actions, and ready for the workplace.
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