Getting started in year 2 CO466 / A24

Duration
6 Hours
Learning Method
Online Delivered CPD

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Summary

Are you new to teaching year 2 computing, or do you need a confidence boost in this subject? This self-paced online course is your perfect companion, designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge to effectively teach computing using the Teach Computing curriculum at your own pace.
This course is ideal for teachers who are new to year 2 and want to build their confidence in the classroom. You'll explore each unit of the Teach Computing curriculum in depth, learning key subject knowledge and vocabulary, identifying potential misconceptions, considering effective teaching strategies, and ensuring you have the necessary software and hardware.
You’ll benefit from step-by-step support for every lesson, experiencing many of the activities firsthand that you'll later bring to your students. You'll also consider how to successfully implement these activities in your classroom.
By completing this course, you'll not only enhance your own confidence teaching computing in year 2 but also ensure your pupils receive a high-quality computing education!
Ready to transform your teaching and make computing lessons exciting and impactful for your year 2 pupils? Enrol now and start your journey today!

Who is it for?

Teachers of year 2 computing

What topics are covered?

Communication and collaboration
Web page creation
Programming: variables in games
Spreadsheets
3D modelling
Programming: sensing movement

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 6 hours of self-directed learning

Who is the course leader?

Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:
  • Teach the year 2 Teach Computing curriculum units underpinned by a strong foundation in subject knowledge
  • Understand the key vocabulary for each unit
  • Identify likely misconceptions and plan strategies to tackle them
  • Challenge your more able pupils and support those who need more scaffolding

Sessions

DateTime
1 Implementing your learning: Getting started in year 201 April 202500:00-00:00

Notes

This course should not be available for participants to book onto themsleves, and will instead be made available to participants who take the remote course CP466    

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

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