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A new Key Stage 2 and 3 Computing-Science unit, "Coding for Climate Action," aligns with the TeachComputing curriculum. Seeking pilot schools, it encourages students to code micro:bits for early warning systems, addressing natural hazards and exploring climate change through project-based learning. The aim is to empower students to use technology and coding to tackle environmental challenges.

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 Curriculum Modules for   Primary & Secondary   Pilot Schools 

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Defining the problem:
 

  • Identify similarities and differences between natural hazards

  • Examine the relationship between heat and evaporation


Analysing existing solutions:
 

  • Research functions and various existing technologies

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Building an early warning system:
 

  • Identify input, output, and repetition in code

  • Utilize variables in code

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Introducing sensors:

 

  • Identify different sensors on a micro:bit

  • Modify programs and complete code using count-controlled loops

 

Researching radio and pins:

 

  • Understand electrical circuits

  • Use selection in programs

  • Employ if/else statements with radio commands for data transfer

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Earthquake early warning systems:

 

  • Use core programming constructs (input, output, variables, repetition, selection)

  • Write code and predict outcomes

"The session on coding for the environment was fantastic. It was useful to see different ways of using the micro:bits and how to make computing more interactive and physically engaging."

"The program has allowed teachers to make good links with Science. Teachers were able to connect to previous learning and news such as the recent Taiwan earthquake."

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Recorded CPD Lessons:

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