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Events

Choose from our free 1 hour CPD below. Suitable for teachers from any school, all sessions run from 4-5pm and are offered by our expert team of ambassadors. Sessions cover fundamental and advanced aspects of computing education, while looking to help you understand how applying meaningful contexts to teaching can be transformative.

  • Use of Earsketch to Improve Engagement in KS3
    Use of Earsketch to Improve Engagement in KS3
    Use of Earsketch to Improve Engagement in KS3
    Mon, 14 Oct
    14 Oct 2024, 16:00 – 17:00 BST
    Online
    14 Oct 2024, 16:00 – 17:00 BST
    Online
    Discover the fundamentals of Earsketch and learn how integrating music can spark coding interest, especially among less-engaged students. Led by Tig Williams.
  • Enriching the Curriculum
    Enriching the Curriculum
    Enriching the Curriculum
    Mon, 14 Oct
    14 Oct 2024, 17:00 – 18:00 BST
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    14 Oct 2024, 17:00 – 18:00 BST
    Online
    Deepen your computing curriculum with an effective and engaging toolbox of practical activities, resources and ideas for deepening children’s experience and cultural capital through clubs, visitors, careers and focused coding weeks. Led by Ruth Holden.
  • Code Week Code Along - Fist Bump Conkers
    Code Week Code Along - Fist Bump Conkers
    Code Week Code Along - Fist Bump Conkers
    Tue, 15 Oct
    15 Oct 2024, 10:00 – 11:00 BST
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    15 Oct 2024, 10:00 – 11:00 BST
    Online
    Pupils will be shown some coding activities that will result in them using micro:bits to simulate a game of conkers. The session will introduce them to some programming fundamentals such as: variables, selection conditional operators.
  • Code Week Code Along - Coding for Climate Action
    Code Week Code Along - Coding for Climate Action
    Code Week Code Along - Coding for Climate Action
    Thu, 17 Oct
    17 Oct 2024, 11:00 – 12:00 BST
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    17 Oct 2024, 11:00 – 12:00 BST
    Online
    Pupils will be shown some coding activities that will result in them using micro:bits to create early warning systems that can be used to mitigate the impacts of the climate crisis.
  • Code Week Code Along - Big School’s Birdwatch Coding & Networks
    Code Week Code Along - Big School’s Birdwatch Coding & Networks
    Code Week Code Along - Big School’s Birdwatch Coding & Networks
    Thu, 17 Oct
    17 Oct 2024, 14:00 – 15:00 BST
    Online
    17 Oct 2024, 14:00 – 15:00 BST
    Online
    Pupils will be shown some coding activities that will result in them working in pairs, using micro:bits to seek out pictures of native species of bird in your classroom or even in your library or outside.
  • Create an Artificial Intelligence
    Create an Artificial Intelligence
    Create an Artificial Intelligence
    Thu, 17 Oct
    17 Oct 2024, 16:00 – 17:00 BST
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    17 Oct 2024, 16:00 – 17:00 BST
    Online
    Utilising 'Teachable Machine' to delve into the world of machine learning provides an engaging and accessible introduction to the field, particularly suitable for Key Stage 4 students. This educational approach allows students to grasp fundamental AI concepts. Led by Michael Jones.
  • Snake - 3 Ways (for A-Level Computer Science Teachers)
    Snake - 3 Ways (for A-Level Computer Science Teachers)
    Snake - 3 Ways (for A-Level Computer Science Teachers)
    Thu, 17 Oct
    17 Oct 2024, 16:00 – 17:00 BST
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    17 Oct 2024, 16:00 – 17:00 BST
    Online
    No, not a demonstration of Chinese nouvelle cuisine! Rather, through the example of writing the familiar video game Snake from scratch - Richard Pawson will work through the same problem in each of the programming paradigms taught at A-level. Led by Richard Pawson.
  • Raspberry Pi Pico - Getting Started and Binary
    Raspberry Pi Pico - Getting Started and Binary
    Raspberry Pi Pico - Getting Started and Binary
    Mon, 21 Oct
    21 Oct 2024, 16:00 – 17:00 BST
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    21 Oct 2024, 16:00 – 17:00 BST
    Online
    Kick off your Raspberry Pi Pico journey by diving into the basics of MicroPython programming. Learn how to set up your RP2040 microcontroller and explore the fundamentals of binary, the language of computers. Led By Tina Fountain
  • Raspberry Pi Pico - Binary
    Raspberry Pi Pico - Binary
    Raspberry Pi Pico - Binary
    Tue, 22 Oct
    22 Oct 2024, 16:00 – 17:00 BST
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    22 Oct 2024, 16:00 – 17:00 BST
    Online
    Deepen your understanding of binary and its crucial role in computing. This session builds on the basics introduced earlier, with more complex programming exercises that will solidify your grasp of how binary operations drive the core functionality of digital systems. Led By Tina Fountain.
  • Getting Started with Coding for Climate Action
    Getting Started with Coding for Climate Action
    Getting Started with Coding for Climate Action
    Tue, 22 Oct
    22 Oct 2024, 16:00 – 17:00 BST
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    22 Oct 2024, 16:00 – 17:00 BST
    Online
    Want to introduce a new, context orientated shecme of work but not sure where to start? Find out about the Coding for Climate Action scheme of work and how you can use it in your schools today. Led by Matt Hewlett.
  • Raspberry Pi Pico - Images
    Raspberry Pi Pico - Images
    Raspberry Pi Pico - Images
    Wed, 23 Oct
    23 Oct 2024, 16:00 – 17:00 BST
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    23 Oct 2024, 16:00 – 17:00 BST
    Online
    Discover how computers process and display images. In this session, you'll learn how to use the Raspberry Pi Pico to manipulate images, exploring the pixel-based structure of digital visuals. Led By Tina Fountain
  • Raspberry Pi Pico - Sounds
    Raspberry Pi Pico - Sounds
    Raspberry Pi Pico - Sounds
    Thu, 24 Oct
    24 Oct 2024, 16:00 – 17:00 BST
    Online
    24 Oct 2024, 16:00 – 17:00 BST
    Online
    Unlock the world of digital sound with the Raspberry Pi Pico. This session covers the basics of sound waves and how they are digitally represented. Led By Tina Fountain.
  • Using Digital Tools To Support Assessment In Computing
    Using Digital Tools To Support Assessment In Computing
    Using Digital Tools To Support Assessment In Computing
    Thu, 07 Nov
    07 Nov 2024, 16:00 – 17:00 GMT
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    07 Nov 2024, 16:00 – 17:00 GMT
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    This course equips educators with skills to use free digital tools for formative and summative assessments. By integrating these tools, teachers can streamline administrative tasks and focus on analysing data to inform instruction and personalise learning. Led by Sarah Taylor.
  • Introduction to Python
    Introduction to Python
    Introduction to Python
    Mon, 11 Nov
    11 Nov 2024, 16:00 – 17:00 GMT
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    11 Nov 2024, 16:00 – 17:00 GMT
    Online
    This session will look at the concepts of input, output and variables using the print and input commands. We will also consider how to introduce these to students in Python.
  • Coding with Elan (for Teachers of KS3, KS4, and KS5)
    Coding with Elan (for Teachers of KS3, KS4, and KS5)
    Coding with Elan (for Teachers of KS3, KS4, and KS5)
    Mon, 11 Nov
    11 Nov 2024, 16:00 – 17:00 GMT
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    11 Nov 2024, 16:00 – 17:00 GMT
    Online
    Elan is the first new programming language designed specifically for teaching in British schools since BBC Basic in 1981. The language and resources are all free. Though radical in some respects, you will find it surprisingly familiar in many others. Led by Richard Pawson.
  • A Level Computing - Little Man Computing Session 1
    A Level Computing - Little Man Computing Session 1
    A Level Computing - Little Man Computing Session 1
    Tue, 12 Nov
    12 Nov 2024, 16:00 – 17:00 GMT
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    12 Nov 2024, 16:00 – 17:00 GMT
    Online
    Embark on a hands on journey into assembly language using the LMC. This practical CPD session is tailored for a level computer science instructors. Led by Johnny Palmer
  • Creative Use of Animation in KS2
    Creative Use of Animation in KS2
    Creative Use of Animation in KS2
    Tue, 12 Nov
    12 Nov 2024, 16:00 – 17:00 GMT
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    12 Nov 2024, 16:00 – 17:00 GMT
    Online
    Ideas for using freely available tools and resources to create animations with KS1 and KS2 pupils. Led by Sarah Taylor.
  • A Level Computing - TCPIP / Layer
    A Level Computing - TCPIP / Layer
    A Level Computing - TCPIP / Layer
    Wed, 13 Nov
    13 Nov 2024, 16:00 – 17:00 GMT
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    13 Nov 2024, 16:00 – 17:00 GMT
    Online
    Embark on a journey into the intricate world of networking with our A Level Computing Seminar, focusing on Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and the concept of network layers. Led by Dave Hartley.
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