All Computer Science Accelerator (CSA) courses are free to all state-funded schools and academies.  Some courses have subsidies attached. Please see individual courses for further details.

An introduction to algorithms, programming and data in GCSE computer science

Take your first steps towards teaching GCSE computer science and establish a foundational knowledge base of concepts, terminology and classroom practice. Find out how algorithms are designed and how programs are written to provide clear instructions to machines. Learn about the binary system and how it's used by computers to store and process data, plus how to convert to and from the familiar denary system of numbers zero to nine.

Date and Time	Venue	Booking
Tuesday 4th February 9:30 - 15:30	Clayton Road	Link

An introduction to computer systems, networking and security in GCSE computer science

Take your first steps towards teaching GCSE computer science and establish a foundational knowledge base of concepts, terminology and classroom practice. Find out how the components of computer systems interlink and how these can then be connected together to form a network. Learn about the different components of computer hardware, including devices not instantly recognisable as computers. The key components for input, processing, storage and output will be covered, and you’ll learn about the binary data that flows around and between computers.

Date and Time	Venue	Booking
Monday 10th February 9:30 - 15:45	Clayton Road	Link

Teaching GCSE computer science developing knowledge and understanding

GCSE Computer Science comprises a rich, knowledge-based curriculum. This CPD equips participants with effective teaching strategies to build student knowledge for long-term recall, leading to confidence in assessments. During the course you will explore those pedagogy approaches which are proven to be the most successful, applying them to the specific context and challenges of GCSE computer science. Guided by an experienced teaching practitioner, and alongside other teachers undertaking similar challenges, you’ll become better able to plan and deliver impactful lessons that effectively balance classroom and at-screen activities.

Date and Time	Venue	Booking
Friday 21st February 9:30 - 15:45	Clayton Road	Link

Teaching GCSE computer science pedagogy for programming

It is crucial that teachers have knowledge of programming, and can write programs that solve the problems posed in GCSE CS. Building on this solid base, this CPD helps teachers to teach others how to become effective programmers. Making use of the latest evidence-based research and practice, participants will develop a toolkit of effective teaching and learning approaches suitable for all students helping them to build resilience self-regulation and independence in the classroom.

Date and Time	Venue	Booking
Monday 7th March 9:30 - 15:15	Clayton Road	Link