Lessons in Teaching Computing in Primary Schools

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 bookusesexemplar primary computing lessons as a starting point for developing subject knowledge. It?s aunique but tried and tested approach to developing your computingsubject knowledgealongside your teaching practice. Thecurrent computing curriculum is explored in manageable chunks and there is no "scary" tech speak;everythingis 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 guideinspires 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.