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).
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Full unit of work for Edublocks, moving KS3 from Scratch to Python Turtle programming, with an emphasis on Computational Thinking, ready for moving to IDLE. Everything is fully resourced for simple delivery: answers, example files, and an end-of-unit assessment using Quizizz
Lesson 1: Introduction to Python
Overview of Computational Thinking; overview of the Python language; drawing equilateral shapes using Edublocks and Python Turtle. Edublocks XML files included.
Lesson 2: Iteration
Count-controlled and condition-controlled loops; Python’s for and while statements; using iteration to simplify drawing shapes using Edublocks and Python Turtle. Edublocks XML files included.
Lesson 3: Variables
Fun unplugged activity to explain the need and purpose of variables; using variables to store data. Edublocks XML files included.
Lesson 4: Selection
A comparison between how humans and computers make decisions; introduction to if, elif, and else statements. Edublocks XML files included.
Lesson 5: Bringing it all Together
A step-by-step guide to creating a program which asks the user to enter a shape name, and Turtle drawing it. Edublocks XML files included.
Lesson 6: Revision and Assessment
Q&A Revision; link to a Quizizz assessment on the unit of work; and a chance for students to reflect on their progress during the topic.
Edublocks is a drag-and-drop programming language, visually similar to Scratch. My own students have enjoyed this topic and it has provided a good starting point for moving-on to IDLE.
Lessons and examples use Edublocks 4 (due for release in Summer 2021) making this unit of work future-ready and a time-saving way to prepare students for IDLE.
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)
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Introduce Adobe Illustrator CC to your KS4 iMedia and KS3 Computing students. Easy-to-deliver, with all example files included too. Introduces:
An overview of bitmap vs vector graphics
Benefits of vector graphics
Creating simple shapes
Creating bezier curvers
Adding text to a path
Included files:
PowerPoint lesson
9 x Example Adobe Illustrator files
To improve support for schools running older versions of Adobe software, supplied example files are compatible with Adobe Illustrator CS6 and all versions of Illustrator CC.
A comprehensive unit of work covering operating systems, interfaces, accessibility, and an introduction to utility software. Ideally suited to Year 8, but with enough stretch and challenge activities for Year 9. I have also taught this module to Year 7 with some work removed.
The focus on operating systems feeds into J277 GCSE Computer Science; the interface aspects feed into BTEC Level 1/Level 2 Tech Award in Digital Information Technology.
This unit of work comprises:
Lesson 1: OS Functions
PowerPoint: Introduction to different operating systems and their primary functions
Worksheet and answer sheet
Lesson 2: OS Types
PowerPoint: More in-depth look at operating system functions and the difference between different operating systems.
Worksheet and answer sheet
Lesson 3: User Interfaces
PowerPoint: Command Line Interfaces, Graphical User Interfaces (WIMP and Touch-based)
Worksheet and answer sheet
Lesson 4: Accessibility and Design
PowerPoint: How users with different abilities can use computers and the evolution of the interface
Worksheet and answer sheet
Lesson 5: Utility Software
PowerPoint: Introduction to utility software; introduction to compression and defragmentation
Worksheet and answer sheet
Online defragmentation activity
Lesson 6: Recap and Quiz
PowerPoint: Recap of unit and link to Quizizz activity
This unit has been professionally designed (I’m an ex-graphic designer) and is suitable for delivery by subject and non-subject specialist teachers.
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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)
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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)
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Complete scheme of work for J277 OCR Computer Science 1.4 Network Security, 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:
1.4.1a Forms of Attack Lesson
1.4.1b Social Engineering Lesson
1.4.1c Brute-force Attacks Lesson + Brute-force demo (Python)
1.4.1d Denial of Service Attack Lesson + Overview of AO3 DDoS attack, questions, and mark scheme
1.4.1e Data Interception and Theft Lesson
1.4.1f SQL Injection Lesson + Worksheet + Demo database to hack (Python)
1.4.2a Software Prevention Methods
1.4.2b Prevention Against Hacking
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)
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** For use with the end of module tests in my J808 LO1 - LO7 SoW Bundle **
If you do not have the bundle, 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.
April 2021 update: Grade boundaries have been updated. Grades are now stored in a single table rather than multiple nested IF statements. This will make it easier for you to verify and edit grade boundaries and apply them to all test data.
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)
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Save countless hours of planning (and £10) with these complete schemes of work for LO1 - LO7 in Cambridge National Level 1/2 Information Technologies.
Each of the seven Learning Objectives includes complete lessons, worksheets, examples, homework, answer sheets, learning checklist, end of module test and mark scheme.
In total, there are 76 complete lessons and 21 homework sheets
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Complete scheme of work for J808 Cambridge National Level 1/2 in Information Technologies. This is a full set of lessons, homeworks, and an end-of-module test. All lessons are fully explained and ready-to-teach.
7.2.1abc Tables, Text, Referencing, Contents, Indexes Lesson PLUS worksheet
7.2.1d Advanced Mail Merge Lesson PLUS worksheet and example files
7.2.1e Macros Lesson PLUS worksheet
7.2.1fghij More Word Features Lesson
7.2.2abcd Presentation Techniques Lesson PLUS WAGOLL for activity
7.2.2efg Presentation Techniques Lesson
7.2.3a Design Lesson
7.2.3b HTML (Double) Lesson PLUS worksheets and example files
7.2.3b HTML Cheat Sheet
7.2.3c CSS Lesson PLUS example files
7.2.3c WAGOLL Website
7.2.3d Responsive Design Lesson PLUS Responsive HTML and CSS example files
7.2.3e Security Measures Lesson
2 x Homework sheets with marking scheme
1 x End-of-module test question paper with marking scheme
1 x Module self-assessment learning checklist for students
Update: a review stated that some tasks were missing. This omission has been fixed and all of the tasks are present.
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Complete scheme of work for J808 Cambridge National Level 1/2 in Information Technologies. This is a full set of lessons, homeworks, and an end-of-module test. All lessons are fully explained and ready-to-teach.
6.1.1 Spreadsheets Lesson PLUS supporting files
6.1.2 Databases Lesson
6.2.1 Presentation Software Lesson
6.2.2 Presentation Software Suitability Lesson
6.2.3 Presentation Pros and Cons Lesson
6.3.1 Hardware Requirements Lesson
6.3.2 Software Requirements Lesson
6.3.3 Connectivity Requirements Lesson
3 x Homework sheets with marking scheme
1 x End-of-module test question paper with marking scheme
1 x Module self-assessment learning checklist for students
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Complete scheme of work for J808 Cambridge National Level 1/2 in Information Technologies. This is a full set of lessons, homeworks, and an end-of-module test. All lessons are fully explained and ready-to-teach.
Database lessons use Microsoft Access.
5.1.1a Spreadsheet Functions Lesson PLUS worksheet and example files
5.1.1b VLOOKUP Lesson PLUS worksheet and example files
5.1.2 Cell Referencing and Importing Lesson PLUS example and solution files
5.1.3 Charts and Tables Lesson PLUS worksheet
5.1.4 What-If Analysis Lesson PLUS worksheet, answer and example files
5.1.5 Macros Lesson PLUS worksheet
5.2.1 Relational database Lesson
5.2.2 Import data from other sources Lesson PLUS worksheet, sample and example files
5.2.3 Data validation Lesson PLUS worksheet, sample and example files
5.2.4 Input Forms Lesson PLUS worksheet, sample and example files
5.2.5 Queries Lesson PLUS worksheet, sample and example files
5.2.6-8 Reports, Security, Exporting Data Lesson plus database file
5.2.x Bringing It All Together – recap lesson incorporating all database learning
5.2.x Mini-project – Mini project Lesson to consolidate learning. WAGOLL included.
2 x Homework sheets with marking scheme
1 x End-of-module test question paper with marking scheme
1 x Module self-assessment learning checklist for students
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Complete scheme of work for J808 Cambridge National Level 1/2 in Information Technologies. This is a full set of lessons, homeworks, and an end-of-module test. All lessons are fully explained and ready-to-teach. Aspects of this scheme of work are also suitable for KS3 Computer Science.
4.1.2 Malware Lesson
4.1.3 Social Engineering Lesson
4.1.4 Hacking Lesson
4.1.5 4.1.1 Botnets and DDoS Lesson
4.1.6 Pharming Lesson
4.2.1 Vulnerabilities – Environmental Lesson
4.2.1 Vulnerabilities – Physical Lesson
4.2.1 Vulnerabilities – System Lesson
4.3.1 Impacts of an Attack Lesson
4.3.2 Consequences of an Attack Lesson
4.4.1 - 4.4.3 Prevention Measures Lesson
4.5.1 Legal Protection Lesson PLUS questions worksheet and marking scheme
4.5.2 Ethics and Morals Lesson PLUS “classroom courtroom” activity
4.6 Validity, Reliability and Bias Lesson
4 x Homework sheets with marking scheme
1 x End-of-module test question paper with marking scheme
1 x Module self-assessment learning checklist for students
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Complete scheme of work for J808 Cambridge National Level 1/2 in Information Technologies. This is a full set of lessons, homeworks, and an end-of-module test. All lessons are fully explained and ready-to-teach.
3.1.1 What is data? Lesson
3.1.2 Data types? Lesson
3.2.1 What is information? Lesson
3.2.2 How data and information are related Lesson
3.3.1-1 Data collection and storage Lesson
3.3.1-2 Data collection and storage Lesson
3.3.2 IT in data collection Lesson
3.4.1 Cloud Storage Lesson
3.4.2 Physical Storage Devices Lesson
3.5.1 Big Data Lesson
3.5.2 Data stores Lesson
3.5.3 Data benefits and drawbacks Lesson
3 x Homework sheets with marking scheme
1 x End-of-module test question paper with marking scheme
1 x Module self-assessment learning checklist for students
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Complete scheme of work for J808 Cambridge National Level 1/2 in Information Technologies. This is a full set of lessons, homeworks, and an end-of-module test. All lessons are fully explained and ready-to-teach.
2.1 Analysing Project Requirements Lesson and Sample Design Brief
2.2 Mitigating Risks Lesson
2.3.1a Gantt and PERT Charts Lesson PLUS ProjectLibre example file and activities
2.3.1b Spreadsheets Lesson PLUS worksheet and solution files
2.3.2 Critical Path Lesson PLUS Worksheet and solution files
2.3.3 Project Documentation Lesson
2.4.1 Testing (Functionality) Lesson
2.4.2 Testing (Useability) Lesson
2.4.3 Testing (Accessibility) Lesson
2.4.4 Testing (Test Plans) Lesson
4 x Homework sheets with marking scheme
1 x End-of-module test question paper with marking scheme
1 x Module self-assessment learning checklist for students
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Complete scheme of work for J808 Cambridge National Level 1/2 in Information Technologies. This is a full set of lessons, homeworks, and an end-of-module test. All lessons are fully explained and ready-to-teach.
1.1 Project Life Cycle Lesson
1.2 Iterative Reviews Lesson
1.3 Inputs and Outputs Lesson and Worksheet
1.4 Initial Project Considerations Lesson
1.5.1-2 Planning Tools Lesson
1.5.2-3 Planning Tools and software Lesson
2 x Homework sheets with marking scheme
1 x End-of-module test question paper with marking scheme
1 x Module self-assessment learning checklist for students
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When starting Secondary School, Year 7 students suddenly find they have to navigate the school’s vast network. Where are their files? What is a network location? How do they print? How do they open a document?
This resource is designed to teach students to navigate the network and print using a fun Digital Treasure Hunt. The provided web page directs them to a file which contains a challenge – solve the challenge, enter the code into the web page, and move on to the next challenge. When all five challenges are completed, they can print a certificate.
This resource includes:
Digital Treasure Hunt Map (HTML, will run locally on your network)
Treasure Hunt Lesson PowerPoint
Activity 1: Web research task
Activity 2: ASCII table lookup
Activity 3: Logic puzzles
Activity 4: Binary image encoding
Activity 5: Opening a Python file
Printable certificate
Answer sheet
Set up instructions
You will need to edit a JavaScript file to personalise the locations of the activity files, but this is a straightforward task and full instructions are provided.
Use SQL to return results of queries on the supplied James Bond movie database (e.g. What is the average IMDB rating of movies directed by John Glen?)
The worksheet includes instructions for creating a new database, uploading the SQL file to it, then using SQL to obtain the answers to questions. Students can copy and paste their queries and results into the worksheet, then save or print for marking.
SQL commands used: describe, select, count, from, where, group by, like, and, or; and wildcards.
The database is a single-table flat database.
This is an intermediate-level task, suitable for students who are already familiar with SQL commands and structure. It also assumes that users will be using phpMyAdmin and they have sufficient privileges to create and edit databases.
My Year 12 and 13 Computer Science A-Level students enjoyed the lesson, which took around 1 hour for most to complete.
Included: SQL file, student worksheet, teacher’s answer sheet.