Here is a list of all up and coming Primary Computing CPD events that I am leading, please click the links to book on. As you can see, I've labelled the free ones, but depending on what you've already attended some of the non labelled ones may include a subsidy (NCCE Courses only) so you... Continue Reading →
“Tell me a fact and I’ll learn. Tell me the truth and I’ll believe. But tell me a story and it will live in my heart forever.”Indian Proverb I met a fantastic teacher at the 'Computing At School 2020' conference in London, who really inspired me with her approach to helping students recall knowledge about computing. Now I'm a huge advocate of learning... Continue Reading →
If you work in a primary or secondary school, you should now be aware that there is a wealth of training available on the computing curriculum from the NCCE (National Centre for Computing Education). Some of it is available online, face to face or cluster/ conference meetings. You can find courses near you on the... Continue Reading →
A colleague who attended my workshop on Computer Aided Design at the National Computing at School Conference 2018 has tweeted his pupil's work based on my 'ScratchUp' ideas (Combining 3D design on Sketchup, with Scratch programming). https://twitter.com/AlwaysComputing/status/1047408445098475520 https://twitter.com/AlwaysComputing/status/1047523950404751360 Needless to say, I'm well impressed and honoured to have had such an impact! Keep 'em... Continue Reading →
I’m teaching my year 6 class physical computing with a brand new set of crumble micro controller (Redfern electronics). We’ve also bought for each crumble set: 2 motors, 1 servo, 2 LEDs, a switch and a distance sensor. The class are currently in the process of playing, exploring and planning (I like to sometimes try... Continue Reading →
Run Don't Walk 