Human curiousity - Ever wondered why we explore space? There is a huge financial and human cost but there are some very good reasons why humans continue to explore space.
Aimed at children from aged 9 - 16
Themes explored - exploration, space, size and scale of space, human ingenuity, space discoveries, curiosity
Includes presentation notes
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A summary of information about loops including a break down of the code with examples. Information starts with the basics and is extended to include more complex code using IF statements with the FOR loop. There are 6 python programs that need fixing. Instructions are in the comments and answers are included in a separate file. This could be used as a handy GCSE revision guide or somewhere for pupils to look during NEA.
Handy revision guide summarises string handling with example screenshots. Comes with 11 python files that have problems. These contain instructions as to what the problem is and the answers are included separately. Could be used as a GCSE revision resource or as part of a bank of resources for the NEA. Areas cover include: -
Length and position
Substring (Slicing)
Concatenation
Converting to and from character codes (ASCII)
String conversion operations (e.g. string to integer, string to real…)
The impact of technology - Then and Now
Jobs of the future and careers advice - What do you want to be when you grow up?
Out with the old in with the new (E-waste and the environmental impact)
A handy revision guide summarises ‘While Loops’ and includes the use of ‘if’, ‘elif’ and ‘else’ statements within while loops. Also included are 5 python program files that need fixing. Each program comes with instructions and there are answers.
Could be used as part of an NEA resource bank.
Picture quiz covering topics such as: -
Political figures
Historical figures
Celebrities
Plants
Flags
Places
Suitable for a mixture of ages as there are a variety of difficulty of questions. Occasional clues and prompts are given.
This was used on a ski trip but could also be used a Christmas quiz
This assembly looks at our demands for the latest technology and our behaviours have changed. “Out with the old and in with the new”
Aimed at secondary school children.
It looks at where the waste goes and what is the impact to the environment.
Finally advice is given as to what we can all do to help the situation.
Contains full script.
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This engaging workbook is designed for Year 7 to 9 students and provides a comprehensive introduction to Python. With 5 worksheets, this resource includes practical exercises, assessments, and video tutorials tailored for students of all ability levels. Ideal for classroom learning, homework, or cover lessons.
What’s Included:
Worksheet 1: Introduction to Python—getting started, using the shell, and creating your first program.
Worksheet 2: Understanding variables and user input.
Worksheet 3: Conditional statements (IF, ELIF, ELSE).
Worksheet 4: Arithmetic operations and an introduction to using Python’s Math library.
Worksheet 5: Commenting and debugging code effectively.
Perfect for beginners, this workbook builds confidence in coding while laying a solid foundation in Python programming concepts.
UPDATED - Now inlcudes extra challenge questions
Year 9 Computer Science - compares wired and wireless networks. Can be taught as part of networking unit
Best version (Google slides) - https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1JLPjZya1W6FgUyKAS0gQHSQTZItI3uVJ4jLQXBiYdH4/edit?usp=sharing
Handy 1 page knowledge organiser that summarise representing images (data representation). The focus is on the AQA 8520 (9 - 1) and outlines image types, colour depth, resolution. There is a reminder for calculating files sizes and how to encode/decode images.
Handy 1 page knowledge organiser sheet that summarises Cyber Security. The focus is on the AQA 8520 (9 - 1) and areas covered are: -
What is cyber security?
Social engineering
Malicious Code
Other threats
Penetration testing
Handy 1 page knowledge organiser that summarises computer networking. The focus is on the AQA 8520 (9 - 1) and defines the term networking. It summarises the pros and cons of networks and key terminology such as LAN, WAN and PAN. There is an outline of some of the key hardware on a network and security methods are mentioned. The major topologies are summarised and there is a focus on wireless networks.
Handy revision guide summarises lists with example screenshots. Comes with 7 python files that have problems. These contain instructions as to what the problem is and the answers are included separately. Could be used as a GCSE revision resource or as part of a bank of resources for the NEA. Areas cover include: -
Creating lists
Index and length
Slicing
Append/Insert
Remove/Pop
Sort
Count
Using lists with ‘if’ and ‘for’
Selection of handy revision sheets that summarise key areas of learning for the key stage 3 curriculum.
Topics included: -
Programming with Python for beginners
Programming with Scratch
Computer Systems
Networks
Spreadsheets
Links are given to original Google drawings version of the summary sheets. This will allow you to make your own copy and edit if you wish:)
Handy 1-page revision guide, summarising arithmetic operations. Covers – basic maths, division (real, whole and modular, maths functions, using the math library.
Includes 5 python program files that need fixing. Each program comes with instructions in the comments and there are separate files with the answers.
Could also be used as part of NEA resource bank.
Handy revision sheet that summarises key information relating to Computer Networks on 1 page. Also includes a short test with answers.
Covers: -
Network definition
Topologies
Benefits and disadvantages of networks
Key definitions (LAN/WAN/PAN/WLAN)
Hardware
Transmission media
Wired vs Wireless network
Network security
DOES NOT cover TCP/IP protocols
Handy revision guide summarises one-dimensional arrays with example screenshots. Comes with 8 python files that have problems. These contain instructions as to what the problem is and the answers are included separately. Could be used as a GCSE revision resource or as part of a bank of resources for the NEA. Areas cover include: -
Creating arrays(‘i’, ‘l’,‘f’)
Index
Append/Insert
Remove/Pop
Sort/Reverse
Count
Extend
Sports Day/Olympics - Winning and Losing (Eddie the Eagle)
British Explorers (A story of courage, self-belief and tenacity)
Human curiosity - Exploring space
Aimed at Year 5s but could be adapted for any beginners in Scratch. This introduction to programming covers: -
CS unplugged - what is an algorithm (making a jam sandwich)
The basics of the Scratch interface
Basic animations using control and movement
Using pause and broadcast
Stage co-ordinates
Debugging, repetition, sequencing, selection
Working with variables to make a scoring system in a Shark game
Please let me know what you think.
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This comes with complete workbook and differentiated support.
Pupils will already known the basics of Scratch. This is used with Year 6 but could be adapted for Year 7 or 8. Aims of the project: -
Analyse, design, implement, test, debug, evaluate and document to create a fully functioning crab maze game
Accompanying support website provides guidance and tutorials where needed: -
http://towercollege.wixsite.com/crab-maze-game?_ga=1.173461163.90285294.1435319282
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