Design and code a Python game with 10 step-by-step worksheets. Use Pygame and Pygame Zero to create a cheese-collecting, cat-avoiding, fast-paced game! Introduces students to: Python graphics Sprites Tile maps Keyboard events Gameplay ideas This is an ideal project for extra-curricular clubs. All images, sample code, and teacher support information is included. I hope your students have as much fun making this game as mine did.

Ten string manipulation programming challenges to help students practice their Python and problem-solving skills and prepare for their Computer Science GCSE. Students use their existing programming knowledge to plan each challenge in the booklet before testing it on their computer. This “writing-before-typing” approach helps to develop the crucial skills needed to gain maximum marks in the algorithms section of their exam. The booklet is supplied ready to be printed and stapled to make a 16-page booklet (uses four duplex-printed A4 sheets), and as single pages for individual printing or uploading to your VLE. A full set of example code is provided for teachers, written in a way which is appropriate for the GCSE students to fully understand. This is a great way for students to practice their coding skills. Download today.

Ten list programming challenges to help students practice their Python and problem-solving skills and prepare for their Computer Science GCSE. Students use their existing programming knowledge to plan each challenge in the booklet before testing it on their computer. This “writing-before-typing” approach helps to develop the crucial skills needed to gain maximum marks in the algorithms section of their exam. The booklet is supplied ready to be printed and stapled to make a 16-page booklet (uses four duplex-printed A4 sheets), and as single pages for individual printing or uploading to your VLE. A full set of example code is provided for teachers, written in a way which is appropriate for GCSE students to fully understand. This is a great way for students to practice their coding skills. Download today.

Complete scheme of work for J277 OCR Computer Science 2.1 Computational Thinking, including PowerPoint for each lesson, homework sheets, worksheets, unplugged activities, Python example files, end-of-topic exam, and mark sheets. Designed for my mixed-ability group with lots of simple explanations; large clear and bright diagrams; chunked lessons; and stretch and activity tasks for higher-achieving students. Includes the following lesson PowerPoints and resources: Scheme of Work document 2.1.1a Abstraction 2.1.1b Decomposition, including “Decomposing Mickey Mouse” worksheet 2.1.1c Algorithmic Thinking, including “River Crossing Challenge” worksheet 2.1.2a Inputs, Processes, Outputs, including “Problem Solver Cheat Sheet” and Python code example file 2.1.2b Structure Diagrams, including Python files 2.1.2c Flowcharts 2.1.2c Pseudocode, including worksheet, answers, and Python files 2.1.2d Common Errors, including worksheet, answers, and Python files 2.1.2e Trace Tables, including worksheet, answers, and Python files 2.1.3a Linear Searches, including example PowerPoint 2.1.3b Binary Searches, including example PowerPoint 2.1.4a Bubble Sort, including Star Wars Bubble Sort PowerPoint 2.1.4b Merge Sort, including worksheet and example PowerPoint 2.1.4c Insertion Sort, including example PowerPoint 4 x homework sheets, with answers 1 x end-of-unit test, with mark sheet My students especially enjoyed the unplugged searching and sorting algorithms! Save yourself hours of planning by downloading now.

Complete scheme of work for J277 OCR Computer Science 1.5 Systems Software, including PowerPoint for each lesson, programming activity, homework sheet, end-of-topic exam, and mark sheets. Designed for my mixed-ability group with lots of simple explanations; large clear and bright diagrams; chunked lessons; and stretch and activity tasks for higher-achieving students. Includes the following: 1.5.1a - The purpose of an operating system 1.5.1b - Interfaces, Users, Files 1.5.1c - Memory, Multitasking, Peripherals 1.5.2a - Utility Software 1.5.2b - Encryption, Defragmenting, Compression + Python encryption activity Homework sheet (10 marks, plus answer sheet) End of topic test (designed to look like an exam paper, 25 marks, plus mark sheet) Save yourself weeks of planning by buying the Component 1 bundle at a reduced price!

Complete scheme of work for J277 OCR Computer Science 1.6 Ethical, Legal, Cultural and Environmental Impacts, including PowerPoint for each lesson, two homework sheets, end-of-topic exam, and mark sheets. Designed for my mixed-ability group with lots of simple explanations; large clear and bright diagrams; chunked lessons; and stretch and activity tasks for higher-achieving students. Includes the following: 1.6.1a - Introduction to topic and Stakeholders 1.6.1b - Ethical issues 1.6.1c - Society 1.6.1d - Cultural issues 1.6.1e - Environmental issues 1.6.1f - Privacy Issues 1.6.1g - Legislation (includes courtroom class activity) 1.6.1h - Software Licenses 2 x Homework sheets (10 marks, plus answer sheet) End of topic test (designed to look like an exam paper, 25 marks, plus mark sheet) All lessons are tried-and-tested. Save yourself hours of work by downloading now. Save yourself weeks of planning by buying the Component 1 bundle at a reduced price!

Complete scheme of work for J277 OCR Computer Science 1.3 Networks, Connections, and Protocols, including PowerPoint for each lesson, homework sheets, end-of-topic exam, and mark sheets. Designed for my mixed-ability group with lots of simple explanations; large clear and bright diagrams; chunked lessons; and stretch and activity tasks for higher-achieving students. Includes the following lesson PowerPoints: 1.3.1a Types of Networks 1.3.1b Performance Factors 1.3.1c Client-Server and Peer-to-Peer Models 1.3.1d Networking Hardware 1.3.1e The Internet, plus printable diagram 1.3.1f Star and mesh network Topologies 1.3.2a Wired and Wireless Connections 1.3.2b Encryption 1.3.2c IP and MAC Addressing 1.3.2d Standards and Protocols 1.3.2e The Concept of Layers 2 x Homework sheets (10 marks each, plus mark sheets) 1 x End of topic test (designed to look like an exam paper, 25 marks, plus mark sheet) Save yourself weeks of planning by buying the Component 1 bundle at a reduced price!

Complete scheme of work for J277 OCR Computer Science 1.1 Memory & Storage, including PowerPoint for each lesson, homework sheets, end-of-topic exam, and mark sheets. Designed for my mixed-ability group with lots of simple explanations; large clear and bright diagrams; chunked lessons; and stretch and activity tasks for higher-achieving students. Includes the following: 1.2.1 Primary Storage Lesson 1.2.2 Secondary Storage Lesson + Worksheet 1.2.3 Units of Data Lesson 1.2.4a-1 Binary Conversion Lesson + Links to Binary Bingo & Denary Bingo games 1.2.4a-2 Binary Addition Lesson + Worksheet + Answers 1.2.4a-3 Hexadecimal Lesson 1.2.4b Character Sets Lesson 1.2.4c Image Representation Lesson + Worksheet + Answers + Python task 1.2.4d Audio Representation Lesson + Worksheet + Answers + Python task 1.2.5 Compression Lesson 3 x Homework sheets (10 marks each, plus mark sheets) 1 x End of topic test (designed to look like an exam paper, 25 marks, plus mark sheet). Save yourself weeks of planning by buying the Component 1 bundle at a reduced price!

Complete unit of work for J277 OCR Computer Science 1.1 Systems Architecture, including PowerPoint for each lesson, two homework sheets, end-of-topic exam, and mark sheets. Designed for my mixed-ability group with lots of simple explanations; large clear and bright diagrams; chunked lessons; and stretch and activity tasks for higher-achieving students. Includes the following: 1.1.1a - Purpose of the CPU (including unplugged activity) 1.1.1b - CPU Components 1.1.1c - Von Neumann Architecture 1.1.1d - Factors Affecting CPU Performance 1.1.1e - Embedded Systems 2 x Homework sheets (10 marks each, plus answer sheet) End of topic test (designed to look like an exam paper, 25 marks, plus mark sheet) All lessons are tried-and-tested. Save yourself hours of work by downloading now. Save yourself weeks of planning by buying the Component 1 bundle at a reduced price!

Complete scheme of work for J277 OCR Computer Science 2.4 Boolean Logic, including PowerPoint for each lesson, homework sheet, worksheets, end-of-topic exam, and mark sheets. Designed for my mixed-ability group with lots of simple explanations; large clear and bright diagrams; chunked lessons; and stretch and activity tasks for higher-achieving students. Includes the following lesson PowerPoints and resources: 2.4.1a Logic Diagram and Truth Tables 2.4.1b Logic Circuits 2.4.1c Solving Problems 1 x Homework sheet plus answers End-of-module test paper plus answers Save yourself hours of planning. Download now.

** For use with the end of module tests in my J277 OCR 1.1 - 1.6 SoW Bundle ** If you do not have the bundle, or any of the individual units of work, please download it from my TES Shop. Save hours of analysing test data with this complete question-by-question analysis pack. Easy to set up Enter student marks into the spreadsheet Percentages and approximate grade are automatically calculated Colour-coded columns allow at-a-glance analysis of which questions students performed well on A Word mail-merge generates a “What went well” and “Even better if” list for each student which can then be used to provide individual feedback and help to fill knowledge gaps Personalised reports can be printed or emailed directly to students Step-by-step instructions included.

** For use with the end of module tests in my J277 OCR 2.1 - 2.5 SoW Bundle ** If you do not have the bundle or any of the individual units of work, please download them from my TES Shop. Save hours of analysing test data with this complete question-by-question analysis pack. Easy to set up Enter student marks into the spreadsheet Percentages and approximate grades are automatically calculated Colour-coded columns allow at-a-glance analysis of which questions students performed well on A Word mail-merge generates a “What went well” and “Even better if” list for each student which can then be used to provide individual feedback and help to fill knowledge gaps Personalised reports can be printed or emailed directly to students Step-by-step instructions included.

Complete scheme of work for J277 OCR Computer Science 2.5 Programming Languages and Integrated Delvelopment Environments (IDEs), including PowerPoint for each lesson, homework sheet, worksheets, end-of-topic exam, and mark sheets. Designed for my mixed-ability group with lots of simple explanations; large clear and bright diagrams; chunked lessons; and stretch and activity tasks for higher-achieving students. There are two versions of lesson 2.5.2 – one for students using IDLE and an alternative for those using Thonny. Includes the following lesson PowerPoints and resources: 2.5.1a High and Low-level languages 2.5.1b Translators, Compilers, and Interpreters 2.5.2 Integrated Development Environments (IDE) - IDLE 2.5.2 Integrated Development Environments (IDE) - Thonny 1 x Homework sheet plus answers End-of-module test paper plus answers Save yourself hours of planning. Download now.