About the book
This timely new text provides an accessible introduction to teaching Computing, and computer programming. Specifically designed for non-specialists who need to develop new skills in Computing in order to meet the new curriculum requirements, it offers a useful guide to the subject, alongside worked examples of good practice.
Packed full of practical advice, the book examines different approaches to introducing children from age 5 to Computing, and describes a wide range of tried and tested projects that have been proven to work in schools. Including case studies and a glossary of key terms, it covers:
- The key concepts in Computing and computational thinking
- Using personal learning networks, social media and the 'wiki curriculum' to develop higher thinking skills and desirable learner characteristics
- Links to the curriculum at Key Stages 1, 2 and 3
- Practical ways to develop children’s Computing skills alongside creative writing, art and music
- Gaming and computer science
Featuring a companion website www.literacyfromscratch.org.uk with extensive support materials, examples of pupils’ work, links to software and downloadable lesson plans, this is an essential text for all teachers and trainees who are responsible for the new Computing curriculum.
Editions of Introducing Computing
- EBook
- ISBN 9781317625650
- PDF
- ISBN 9781317625667
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This timely new text provides an accessible introduction to teaching Computing, and computer programming. Specifically designed for non-specialists who need to develop new skills in Computing in order to meet the new curriculum requirements, it offers a useful guide to the subject, alongside worked examples of good practice.
Packed full of practical advice, the book examines different approaches to introducing children from age 5 to Computing, and describes a wide range of tried and tested projects that have been proven to work in schools. Including case studies and a glossary of key terms, it covers:
- The key concepts in Computing and computational thinking
- Using personal learning networks, social media and the 'wiki curriculum' to develop higher thinking skills and desirable learner characteristics
- Links to the curriculum at Key Stages 1, 2 and 3
- Practical ways to develop children’s Computing skills alongside creative writing, art and music
- Gaming and computer science
Featuring a companion website www.literacyfromscratch.org.uk with extensive support materials, examples of pupils’ work, links to software and downloadable lesson plans, this is an essential text for all teachers and trainees who are responsible for the new Computing curriculum.
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What is Introducing Computing about?
This timely new text provides an accessible introduction to teaching Computing, and computer programming. Specifically designed for non-specialists who need to develop new skills in Computing in order to meet the new curriculum requirements, it offers a useful guide to the subject, alongside worked examples of good practice.
Packed full of practical advice, the book examines different approaches to introducing children from age 5 to Computing, and describes a wide range of tried and tested projects that have been proven to work in schools. Including case studies and a glossary of key terms, it covers:
- The key concepts in Computing and computational thinking
- Using personal learning networks, social media and the 'wiki curriculum' to develop higher thinking skills and desirable learner characteristics
- Links to the curriculum at Key Stages 1, 2 and 3
- Practical ways to develop children’s Computing skills alongside creative writing, art and music
- Gaming and computer science
Featuring a companion website www.literacyfromscratch.org.uk with extensive support materials, examples of pupils’ work, links to software and downloadable lesson plans, this is an essential text for all teachers and trainees who are responsible for the new Computing curriculum.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Introducing Computing?
Society and Social Sciences > Education / Educational sciences / Pedagogy > Schools and pre-schools > Secondary schools
Where can I read a sample of Introducing Computing?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781317625650
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Introducing Computing?
Lawrence Williams
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Introducing Computing is available as ebook(ISBN 9781317625650) and pdf(ISBN 9781317625667)