1st Edition

Computing and Digital Learning for Primary Teachers

By Owen Dobbing Copyright 2025
246 Pages 10 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

246 Pages 10 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

246 Pages 10 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

Whether they are new or experienced, teachers are expected to plan and deliver high-quality computing lessons to their pupils. Computing and Digital Learning for Primary Teachers provides an accessible introduction to teaching computing effectively and for deeper understanding in the primary classroom. Filled with practical resources to support lesson design, long-term planning, and... Read more

Preface;  1. What is Computing?;  2. Computational Thinking and Problem Solving;  3. Computing Concepts;  4. Computing Schemes of Work;  5. Teaching Effective Computing Lessons;  6. Teaching Computer Science;  7. Teaching Information Technology;  8. Teaching Digital Literacy;  9. Computing and ICT in Early Years;  10. Robotics;  11. Physical Computing;  12. ‘Unplugged’ Activities;  13. Debugging;  14. Inclusion;  15. STEAM;  16. Green Opportunities;  17. Evidencing and Feedback;  18. Assessment and Progression;  19. E-safety and Digital Citizenship;  20. Leading Computing and Digital Learning;  21. Artificial Intelligence;  22. Computing CPD;  23. Computing and Other Subjects;  24. The Future of Computing

Biography

Owen Dobbing is an experienced educator, with 10+ years of experience in teaching and leading the development of technology in schools. He is also a member of several Computing at School (CAS) hubs and of the National Centre for Computing Education (NCCE) and STEM Learning. He is currently Head of Computing and Digital Learning at a school in London.