As educators, we are always on the lookout for resources that can enrich our students’ learning experiences and better prepare them for the digital age. One such valuable resource is the iDEA (Inspiring Digital Enterprise Award) platform, which offers a wealth of free, interactive courses designed to develop digital, enterprise,Read More →
The Raspberry Pi Foundation offers a comprehensive course designed to equip educators with the knowledge and skills to teach AI concepts effectively. The course, “Teach Teens Computing: Understanding AI for Teachers,” is available on edX and provides a robust introduction to AI, tailored specifically for educators. The course is freeRead More →
Code.org’s Music Lab is an innovative tool that merges music creation with coding education. Designed for students of all ages, it provides an interactive and engaging platform where users can create music through coding. The Music Lab offers various tools such as the Song Maker, Rhythm, and Chords, allowing usersRead More →
The UK Safer Internet Centre has published the 2024 definitions for appropriate filtering and monitoring in schools, following a public consultation. These guidelines assist schools and providers in implementing effective internet safety measures. Key points include flexibility in managing filters, the distinction between discrimination and hate speech, the necessity ofRead More →
EduBlocks is a free tool developed by Anaconda that helps learners understand how to code using text-based languages like Python or HTML. Here’s how it works: Whether you’re introducing coding concepts or diving deeper into Python, EduBlocks simplifies the learning process and makes it engaging for students.Read More →
A brilliant lesson plan from the Raspberry Pi Foundation, aimed at learners aged seven to eight, will help students understand the differences and benefits of using digital and non-digital tools. In the lesson, learners will create two pieces of work with the same focus, using digital devices to produce oneRead More →
AI Explorers from Barefoot has been developed in partnership with Ocado and includes real-life example of AI in action. Designed to introduce pupils aged between 9-11 to the world of Artificial Intelligence and how it used all around us. There are three unplugged activities which will help pupils to considerRead More →
Experience AI was launched in September 2022 to help students and teachers learn about AI (artificial intelligence) technologies and how they are changing the world. New AI technologies are being released at an alarming rate and can be quite overwhelming to understand. With Experience AI you and your students canRead More →
As educators, we’re constantly seeking innovative ways to enhance learning experiences and empower students with future-ready skills. One powerful tool at our disposal is the use of digital images. From creation to manipulation, there’s a multitude of opportunities for pupils to unleash their creativity and develop a deeper understanding ofRead More →
Three fun unplugged activities for Early Years are now available to download for free from Barefoot. This year Barefoot celebrate their 10 year anniversary having delivered over 5000 workshops and with over 400,000 resources available to download from their website. Their newest resource is available now and has been developedRead More →
Introducing Figure’s new robot – it is something to behold! The robotics world is abuzz with excitement as Figure, a leading company in the field, unveils its latest creation. This new robot isn’t just another machine; it’s a game-changer set to redefine how we think about automation. So, what’s soRead More →
AI image generation in Padlet really let’s your imagination soar! If you haven’t yet used Padlet in your teaching, it really is an amazing tool that can be used in so many ways. Basically, Padlet is a digital notice board that can be shared with students who can then collaborateRead More →
Free home learning resources from Raspberry Pi are available along with a guide for parents and carers which you could share on your school website so that parents and carers have easy access. There are loads of resources and activities available for free, online and in up to 30 languages.Read More →
The Experience AI Challenge invites young people aged up to 18 to design and make their own AI applications. They will learn how to make a machine learning (ML) classifier that organises data types into different groupings that you specify. All the resources and support you need is made freelyRead More →
Machine Learning for Kids is a free tool that introduces machine learning (ML) by providing hands-on experiences for training systems and building things with them. It is so easy to use and there is a ton of support for both you and your students. Students will learn train machine learningRead More →
You can join Adobe Education Exchange for free and gain access to thousands of great creative resources. Resources are available for Primary, Secondary and Higher Education and cover all subjects. Here’s an example of some of the resources available: You can brown by subject, grade level, and product to findRead More →
The Mars Challenge secondary school resources are a set of “unplugged” computing resources, aimed at students aged 11 to 14 years old. The resources are set in the context of the European Space Agency ExoMars mission, which includes the launch and operation of the Rosalind Franklin rover to the surface of Mars. Instruction sets, flowcharts,Read More →
Mars Day is on 5th March 2024 and STEM Learning have launched a brilliant set of lessons and resources linked to computing using the context of Mars exploration. Pupils will learn about algorithms, debugging, flow charts, repeat loops, decision trees, and how images and data are relayed. All of theRead More →
How exciting to be able to take a drawing by your pupils and bring it to life through animation in front of their eyes! You can choose from different motions for them to perform – dancing, funny, jumping and walking. Each one gives a preview so that they can seeRead More →
Are you looking for a new and exciting way to teach and learn computer science? Do you want to access high-quality and engaging resources that cover everything from algorithms and data structures to artificial intelligence and cybersecurity? Do you want to test your understanding and prepare for exams with interactiveRead More →