Jeanette Patterson CAS Master

Computing Teachers Toolkit

Working Smart – having a toolkit  There is a lot to learn and a great deal to do for all key stages  You will need to get to grips with the new computing program of study so that you can deliver, effective and meaningful lessons that enable your pupils to make progress  We don’t need to create and re-invent everything, there are a wealth of resources on CAS and elsewhere  However, there are also a lot of tools such applets, apps and websites which are really useful and specific to CS

Using Applets, Flash and Simulators Logic Gates Logic Lab Flow Charts Raptor Fetch Execute Cycle Flash Files

Useful Stuff  Computational Thinking for KS2 or KS3 Thinking Myself KS3 – Compute-IT with Dynamic Learning  KS4 - MOOC’s (Massive Open On-line Course) If you are new to GCSE Computing, and especially OCR, this is a fantastic resource

Applets and Videos Galore  Sorting  Data Representation

Use classroom displays Pioneers of Computing Relevance

Celebrate Achievement Geek of the weekSuccessful Challenges

Display work which reinforces topics

Using Props and Gimmicks

Create pupil computer science champions Pupil champions can help with projects, clubs and BYOD. Pupil champions can help their peers and enhance their own learning experience and social interaction.

Summary  You will have to prepare well and get organised  But help is out there in the form of  CAS  Master Teachers  Exam Boards  On-line Materials  Kerboodle, Dynamic Learning, MOOC’s etc  Applets, Flash, Simulations  Good Luck!!!