Introduction to the micro:bit in key stage 2 CO292 / A24

Duration
2 Hours
Learning Method
Online Delivered CPD

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Summary

During this self-paced course, 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. You'll explore how using a device with tangible, real-world outputs can support teaching programming.
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Who is it for?

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

How will you learn?

This online, self-paced course can be completed flexibly. You can join and start this course at any time after the advertised date, and keep access for a year after booking.

How long is this course?

This course is approximately 2 hours of self-directed learning

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Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:
  • explain the benefits of physical computing
  • use the micro:bit to create simple projects
  • implement pedagogy and lesson activities that make effective use of physical computing in the classroom

Sessions

DateTime
1 Introduction to the micro:bit in key stage 201 April 202502:00-23:00

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Trainee TeacherActivity feeFree
Priority schoolActivity feeFreeSubsidy available*£0.00
Priority school repeat teacherActivity feeFreeSubsidy available*£0.00
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