Miss Walker
Trainee Teacher
The Computing curriculum
The 2014 national curriculum introduces a new subject, computing, which replaces ICT.
From http://www.computingatschool.org.uk/data/uploads/CASPrimaryComputing.pdf
"Computing is concerned with how computers and computer systems work,
and how they are designed and programmed. Pupils studying computing
will gain an understanding of computational systems of all kinds,
whether or not they include computers. Computational thinking provides
insights into many areas of the curriculum, and influences work at the
cutting edge of a wide range of disciplines."
What do pupils need to be taught? And how can I teach it?
What curriculum areas have I experienced during my PGCE?
Pupils should be taught to understand what algorithms are; how they are implemented as programs on digital devices; and that programs execute by following precise and unambiguous instructions.
Pupils should be taught to create and debug simple programs.
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BeeBot
Pupils should be taught to understand computer networks including the internet, and how they can provide multiple services such as the world wide web.
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Network Hunt!
Pupils should be taught to use technology safely and respectfully, keeping personal information private; identify where to go for help and support when they have concerns about content or contact on the internet.
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'Scratch' software
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E-safety page
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Safer Internet Day
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Posters- how to keep safe!
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Network Hunt!
Select, use and combine a variety of software on a range of digital devices to design and create a range of programs, systems and content that accomplish given goals.
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Stop Motion animation
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iMovie
See website areas for more detail!