I started out as a science teacher and made the transition to teaching ICT and Computer Science, which I have now been doing for over 20 years. I have also worked with primary school teachers to support their delivery of the national curriculum in computing.
Edulito is a UK based educational publishing company that provides learning resources for school-aged children. All of the available resources have been tested in UK schools.
I started out as a science teacher and made the transition to teaching ICT and Computer Science, which I have now been doing for over 20 years. I have also worked with primary school teachers to support their delivery of the national curriculum in computing.
Edulito is a UK based educational publishing company that provides learning resources for school-aged children. All of the available resources have been tested in UK schools.
These adaptable PowerPoint Presentations (54 Slides) cover all aspects of the specification in relation to AQA GCSE Computer Science 8525 (from 2020) component 3.6.
It includes:
Teaching PowerPoint Presentations (includes checkpoint questions and answers)
Student PowerPoint Presentations (Includes checkpoint questions, but omits the answers)
Content Covered:
Be able to define the term cyber security and be able to describe the main purposes of cyber security.
Students should know that cyber security consists of the processes, practices and technologies designed to protect networks, computers, programs and data from attack, damage or unauthorised access.
Understand and be able to explain the following cyber security threats:
• social engineering techniques
• malicious code (malware)
• pharming
• weak and default passwords
• misconfigured access rights
• removable media
• unpatched and/or outdated software.
Explain what penetration testing is and what it is used for.
Define the term social engineering.
Describe what social engineering is and how it can be protected against.
Explain the following forms of social engineering:
• blagging (pretexting)
• phishing
• shouldering (or shoulder surfing).
Define the term malware.
Describe what malware is and how it can be protected against.
Describe the following forms of malware:
• computer virus
• trojan
• spyware.
Understand and be able to explain the following security measures:
• biometric measures (particularly for mobile devices)
• password systems
• CAPTCHA (or similar)
• using email confirmations to confirm a user’s identity
• automatic software updates.
These adaptable PowerPoint Presentations (38 Slides) cover all aspects of the specification in relation to AQA GCSE Computer Science 8525 (from 2020) component 3.8.
It includes:
Teaching PowerPoint Presentations (includes checkpoint questions and answers) - 38 slides
Student PowerPoint Presentations (Includes checkpoint questions, but omits the answers)
Content Covered:
Explain the current ethical, legal and environmental impacts and risks of digital technology on society. Where data privacy issues arise, these should be considered.
Exam questions will be taken from the following areas:
• cyber security
• mobile technologies
• wireless networking
• cloud storage
• hacking (unauthorised access to a computer system)
• wearable technologies
• computer-based implants
• autonomous vehicles.
This pack consists of 30 editable homework/classwork activities that can be used to support your delivery of the course. In addition, the homework pack also contains a suggested mark scheme for each activity.
Topic 1 & 6
· Decomposition and Abstraction
· Flowcharts and Programs
· Sorting Data
· Sorting and Searching Programs
· Selection
· Arrays (Lists)
· Functions
· Improving Programs
· Testing
Topic 2
· Data Capacity
· Conversions
· Compression
Topic 3
· Components of a CPU
· CPU Performance
· Embedded Systems
· Storage Comparison
· Operating Systems
· Utility Software
· Authentication
· Programming Languages
Topic 4
· LANS and WANS
· Wired and Wireless Networks
· Star and Mesh Networks
· Network Protocols
· The Concept of Layers
Topic 5
· The Impact of Technology
· The Environment
· Social & Work Issues
· Network Vulnerabilities
This photocopiable resource has been produced to ensure that your students are able to successfully complete the OCR Computer Science GCSE NEA.
This support pack is designed to provide a stimulating, engaging and effective way of preparing both teachers and students for the Non-Examined Assessment Component of the 9-1 GCSE in computer science.
The pack contains:
Introduction for students - NEA Procedures
Technical Preparation for the NEA component
J276 Programming project Sample Task 1 - Archside Academy Detention Database.
Including:
NEA sample project scenario
NEA sample student solution
NEA sample Python code
J276 Programming project Sample Task 2 - Quiz Board Game
Including:
NEA sample project scenario
NEA sample student solution
NEA sample Python code
Help sheet 1 - Creating a board game using Python - Includes a complete set of instructions
Help sheet 2 - Creating a database using Python - Includes a complete set of instructions
Help Sheet 3 - Menus, Lists and Exporting using Python - Includes a complete set of instructions
This is an 18 page introduction to programming using Python.
It includes:
Python -The Basics
The use of variables, constants, operators, inputs, outputs and assignments
The use of data types
The use of basic string manipulation
Each section includes activities for the students to complete.
I would greatly appreciate feedback on what you think of this resource.
These resource has been produced to teach 7 to 14 year olds about programming concepts by creating fun games using the text-based programming language Python. The activities and challenges have been designed to provide a stimulating, engaging and effective way of improving students’ knowledge of the core programming concepts.
These adaptable PowerPoint Presentations (42 Slides) cover all aspects of the specification in relation to OCR GCSE Computer Science J277 (from 2020) component 1.4.
It includes:
Teaching PowerPoint (includes checkpoint questions and answers)
Student PowerPoint (Includes checkpoint questions, but omits the answers)
Content Covered:
Forms of attack:
Malware
Social engineering, e.g. phishing, people as the ‘weak point’
Brute-force attacks
Denial of service attacks
Data interception and theft
The concept of SQL injection
Common prevention methods:
Penetration testing
Anti-malware software
Firewalls
User access levels
Passwords
Encryption
Physical security
These adaptable PowerPoint Presentations (74 Slides) cover all aspects of the specification in relation to AQA GCSE Computer Science 8525 (from 2020) component 3.1.
It includes:
Teaching PowerPoint Presentations (includes checkpoint questions and answers) -74 Slides
Student PowerPoint Presentations (Includes checkpoint questions, but omits the answers)
Content Covered:
Understand and explain the term algorithm.
Understand and explain the term decomposition.
Understand and explain the term abstraction.
Use a systematic approach to problem solving and algorithm creation representing those
algorithms using pseudo-code, program code and flowcharts.
Explain simple algorithms in terms of their inputs, processing and outputs.
Determine the purpose of simple algorithms.
Understand that more than one algorithm can be used to solve the same problem.
Compare the efficiency of algorithms explaining how some algorithms are more efficient than others in solving the same problem.
Understand and explain how the linear search algorithm works.
Understand and explain how the binary search algorithm works.
Compare and contrast linear and binary search algorithms.
Understand and explain how the merge sort algorithm works.
Understand and explain how the bubble sort algorithm works.
Compare and contrast merge sort and bubble sort algorithms.
These adaptable PowerPoint Presentations (219 Slides) cover all aspects of the specification in relation to AQA GCSE Computer Science 8525 (from 2020) component 3.4.
It includes:
Teaching PowerPoints (including checkpoint questions and answers) -
Student PowerPoints (Including checkpoint questions, but omits the answers)
Content Covered:
Define the terms hardware and software and understand the relationship between them.
Construct truth tables for the following logic gates:
• NOT
• AND
• OR
• XOR.
Construct truth tables for simple logic circuits using combinations of NOT, AND, OR and XOR gates.
Interpret the results of simple truth tables.
Create, modify and interpret simple logic circuit diagrams.
Students will only need to use NOT, AND, OR and XOR gates within logic circuits.
Students will be expected to understand and use the standard logic circuit symbols.
Create and interpret simple Boolean expressions made up of NOT, AND, OR and XOR operations.
Create the Boolean expression for a simple logic circuit.
Create a logic circuit from a simple Booleanexpression.
Explain what is meant by:
• system software
• application software.
Give examples of both types of software.
Understand the need for, and functions of, operating systems (OS) and utility programs.
Understand that the OS handles management of the:
• processor(s)
• memory
• input/output (I/O) devices
• applications
• security.
Know that there are different levels of programming language:
• low-level language
• high-level language.
Explain the main differences between low-level and high-level languages.
Know that machine code and assembly language are considered to be low-level languages and explain the differences between them.
Understand that all programming code written in high-level or assembly languages must be translated.
Understand that machine code is expressed in binary and is specific to a processor or family of processors.
Understand the advantages and disadvantages of low-level language programming compared with high-level language programming.
Understand that there are three common types of program translator:
• interpreter
• compiler
• assembler.
Explain the main differences between these three types of translator.
Understand when it would be appropriate to use each type of translator.
Explain the role and operation of main memory and the following major components of a central processing unit (CPU) within the Von Neumann architecture:
• arithmetic logic unit
• control unit
• clock
• register
• bus.
Explain the effect of the following on the performance of the CPU:
• clock speed
• number of processor cores
• cache size.
Understand and explain the Fetch-Execute cycle.
Understand the different types of memory within a computer:
• RAM
• ROM
• Cache
• Register.
Know what the different types of memory are used for and why they are required.
etc
These adaptable PowerPoint Presentations (33 Slides) cover all aspects of the specification in relation to OCR GCSE Computer Science J277 (from 2020) component 1.5.
It includes:
Teaching PowerPoints (includes checkpoint questions and answers)
Student PowerPoints (Includes checkpoint questions, but omits the answers)
Content Covered:
The purpose and functionality of operating systems:
User interface
Memory management and multitasking
Peripheral management and drivers
User management
File management
The purpose and functionality of utility software
Utility system software:
Encryption software
Defragmentation
Data compression
These adaptable PowerPoint Presentations (169 Slides) cover all aspects of the specification in relation to Edexcel GCSE Computer Science 1CP2 (from 2020) topic 3.
It includes:
Teaching PowerPoints (including checkpoint questions and answers)
Student PowerPoints (Including checkpoint questions, but omits the answers)
Content Covered:
· understand why computers are connected in a network
· understand different types of networks (LAN, WAN)
· understand how the internet is structured (IP addressing, routers)
· understand how the characteristics of wired and wireless connectivity impact on performance (speed, range, throughput, bandwidth)
· understand that network speeds are measured in bits per second (kilobit, megabit, gigabit) and be able to construct expressions involving file size, transmission rate and time
· understand the role of and need for protocols (Ethernet, Wi-Fi, TCP/IP, HTTP, HTTPS, FTP and email (POP3, SMTP, IMAP))
· understand how the 4-layer (application, transport, network, data link) TCP/IP model handles data transmission over a network
· understand characteristics of network topologies (bus, star, mesh)
· understand the importance of network security, ways of identifying network vulnerabilities (penetration testing, ethical hacking) and methods of protecting networks (access control, physical security, firewalls)
This resource has been produced to teach children from 8 – 14 years of age about programming concepts by creating fun activities using the visual programming language Scratch 3.0. The activities and challenges have been designed to provide a stimulating, engaging and effective way of improving students’ knowledge of core programming concepts. Students also have to complete a series of challenges at the end of each activity.
Each Lesson includes:
A student worksheet including activities and challenges.
A teacher PowerPoint for use in class or online.
A complete video tutorial.
Scratch templates to get your students started.
Professor Cody Teaches Kids to Code using Scratch 3.0 – Lesson 1 – What is Coding?
This lesson is about algorithms and how they are used to produce computer programs.
Students will learn about the use of sequences of instructions and why it is important that these instructions are given in the correct order. They will create a dance computer program, add music and watch their very own choreographed dance! Lesson 1 comes with a complete video tutorial that will both engage and motivate.
Professor Cody Teaches Kids to Code using Scratch 3.0 – Lesson 2 – Using Variables
This lesson introduces the concept of variables and students have the opportunity of using text variables and number variables and completing a series of challenges.
Professor Cody Teaches Kids to Code using Scratch 3.0 – Lesson 3 – Using Selection
This lesson introduces the concept of selection and students have the opportunity of developing programs that use If and If then Else block structures. They will learn how to make a multi-answer quiz and create a Crack the Code game.
Professor Cody Teaches Kids to Code using Scratch 3.0 – Lesson 4 – Using Iteration (Repetition)
This lesson introduces the concept of Iteration (Repetition) and students have the opportunity of developing programs that repeat loops as well as forever loops. They will learn how to make programs more efficient by creating shapes using a repeat loop and will then move on to create a scary game using repeats and forever loops.
Professor Cody Teaches Kids to Code using Scratch 3.0 – Lesson 5 – Using Procedures & Functions
This lesson introduces the concept of Procedures and Functions using My Blocks.
Students have the opportunity of developing programs that use procedures to spray a car in a car factory as well as procedures used to build a house. They will also have the opportunity to create a function that returns a value to the main program.
Professor Cody Teaches Kids to Code using Scratch 3.0 – Lesson 6 – Using Arrays (Lists)
This lesson introduces the concept of Arrays using Scratch Lists. Students have the opportunity of developing programs that use arrays to make a birthday present list. They also get to make a memory game, where they have to memorise a series of items in a list. Finally, they use an array to create a high scorer list in a game.
These 6 video tutorials can be used as standalone teaching resources or can be used in conjunction with the Prof Cody Teaches Kids to Code using Scratch Lesson 1 - 6 teaching resources or the Professor Cody Teaches Kids to Code using Scratch book.
Each video, teaches kids about the key concepts of programming, in a fun and engaging way.
Each tutorial also includes a range of fun, game-making challenges.
Here is a list of the videos that are ready for you to download:
Video Tutorial 1 - What is Coding (6 Minutes)
Video Tutorial 2 - Using Variables (6 Minutes)
Video Tutorial 3 - Using Selection (8 Minutes)
Video Tutorial 4 - Using Iteration (Repetition) (7 minutes)
Video Tutorial 5 - Using Procedures and Functions (11 minutes)
Video Tutorial 6 - Using Arrays (Lists) (13 minutes)
The videos are also available to stream via YouTube
Lesson 1 – What is Coding?
This lesson is about algorithms and how they are used to produce computer programs.
Students will learn about the use of sequences of instructions and why it is important that these instructions are given in the correct order. They will create a dance computer program, add music and watch their very own choreographed dance!
Professor Cody Teaches Kids to Code using Scratch 3.0 – Lesson 2 – Using Variables
This lesson introduces the concept of variables and students have the opportunity of using text variables and number variables and completing a series of challenges.
Professor Cody Teaches Kids to Code using Scratch 3.0 – Lesson 3 – Using Selection
This lesson introduces the concept of selection and students have the opportunity of developing programs that use If and If then Else block structures. They will learn how to make a multi-answer quiz and create a Crack the Code game.
Professor Cody Teaches Kids to Code using Scratch 3.0 – Lesson 4 – Using Iteration (Repetition)
This lesson introduces the concept of Iteration (Repetition) and students have the opportunity of developing programs that repeat loops as well as forever loops. They will learn how to make programs more efficient by creating shapes using a repeat loop and will then move on to create a scary game using repeats and forever loops.
Professor Cody Teaches Kids to Code using Scratch 3.0 – Lesson 5 – Using Procedures & Functions
This lesson introduces the concept of Procedures and Functions using My Blocks.
Students have the opportunity of developing programs that use procedures to spray a car in a car factory as well as procedures used to build a house. They will also have the opportunity to create a function that returns a value to the main program.
Professor Cody Teaches Kids to Code using Scratch 3.0 – Lesson 6 – Using Arrays (Lists)
This lesson introduces the concept of Arrays using Scratch Lists. Students have the opportunity of developing programs that use arrays to make a birthday present list. They also get to make a memory game, where they have to memorise a series of items in a list. Finally, they use an array to create a high scorer list in a game.
These adaptable PowerPoint Presentations (788 Slides) provide complete coverage of all aspects of the specification in relation to AQA GCSE Computer Science 8525 (from 2020) - Unit 3.1 to 3.8.
It includes:
Teaching PowerPoints (including checkpoint questions and answers)
Student PowerPoints (Including checkpoint questions, but omits the answers)
A Complete Guide to Python Programming (Includes student activities)
What does the teacher pack cover?
• 3.1 Fundamentals of algorithms
• 3.2 Programming
• 3.3 Fundamentals of data representation
• 3.4 Computer systems
• 3.5 Fundamentals of computer networks
• 3.6 Cyber security
• 3.7 Relational databases and structured query language (SQL)
• 3.8 Ethical, legal and environmental impacts of digital technology on wider society, including
issues of privacy
This photocopiable resource has been produced to provide 7 to 14 year olds with exciting and engaging opportunities to learn coding concepts using the Python programming language. There are enough activities for 4 to 5 lessons.
Including:
Algorithms
Sequences
Iteration (Repetition)
Selection
Variables
The resource covers the programming aspect of the computing national curriculum.
use two or more programming languages, at least one of which is textual, to solve a variety of computational problems
make appropriate use of data structures [for example, lists, tables or arrays]
design and develop modular programs that use procedures or functions.
In this lesson you learn about 2D Arrays or as they are called in Python - 2D Lists.
You will learn how to create a list, append a new item to a list, search for an item in a 2D list and displaying a 2D list as a table.
Python and the Python Logo are trademarks or registered trade marks of the Python Software Foundation.
In this lesson you are introduced to the use of relational (sometimes known as comparison) operators and Boolean. operators in Python programming.
Python and the Python Logo are trademarks or registered trade marks of the Python Software Foundation.
In this video I introduce variables and how they are used in Python programs.
Python and the Python Logo are trademarks or registered trade marks of the Python Software Foundation.
