Retro video games in the computing curriculum
Hook or deterrent? Neil Rickus explores when, why, and how old video games could be used in computing classes.
Hello World issue 15
Due to a shortage of teachers with computer science degrees, switching specialisms is a common route to becoming a computing educator. But why do some teachers choose to change subjects? In issue 15 of Hello World, we hear from five people who have made the switch. They tell us about the challenges they have faced, as well as the joys of teaching young people how to create new things with technology.
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Logging on and beyond
Sway Grantham shares tips on how to teach children under seven to log on to school computers independently.
Coolest Projects returns as an online showcase
Through Coolest Projects, young people are empowered to show the world something they’re making with tech.
Using the PRIMM approach at primary level
Phil Bagge shares how he implemented the PRIMM approach with his primary school pupils and the impact this had on their knowledge, creativity, and code comprehension.
Support for teachers with home learning
The National Centre for Computing Education in England has free resources that can be accessed by teachers globally.
Going unplugged
Catherine Elliott shares ways to teach key computing concepts to learners with special educational needs and disabilities through unplugged activities.
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