Lessons in Teaching Computing in Primary Schools 2nd Edition by James Bird, Helen Caldwell, Peter Mayne 9781526412447 1526412446

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Product details:

• ISBN 10:  1526412446
• ISBN 13: 9781526412447
• Author:  James Bird, Helen Caldwell, Peter Mayne

Whether you are currently teaching or training to teach the primary computing curriculum, you need to know what effective teaching of computing in primary schools actually looks like. Written for non specialists and trainees, this book uses exemplar primary computing lessons as a starting point for developing subject knowledge. It′s a unique but tried and tested approach to developing your computing subject knowledge alongside your teaching practice.  The current computing curriculum is explored in manageable chunks and there is no “scary” tech speak; everything is explained clearly and accessibly. You will find example lesson plans alongside every element of the curriculum that can be adapted to suit different year groups and different schools. This resourceful guide inspires an approach to teaching computing that is about creativity and encouraging problem solving using technology as a tool.  NEW TO THIS EDITION: Updated throughout and includes information on new apps and other resources for teaching and a brand new chapter on teaching with tablets in the primary classroom. This book is part of the Lessons in Teaching series and includes additional online resources on its accompanying website.

Table contents:

1 Algorithms and Computational Thinking in KS1
2 Programming in KS1
3 Manipulating Digital Content in KS1
4 Programming in KS2
5 Physical Computing in KS2
6 Understanding Computer Networks in KS2
7 Searching Wisely for digital information in KS2 Adam Scribbans
8 Using Technology Purposefully in KS2
9 Purposeful Technology across the Curriculum: Supporting Enquiry using Tablets
10 Extending Computing to Meet Individual Needs in KS2 Sway Grantham and Alison Hannah
11 Embedding computational thinking: Moving from Graphical to Text-Based Languages

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