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Computer Science Portal Insight

Introducing Janet Chapman

Our Computer Science portal manager is Janet Chapman, currently an ICT Advisor with Central Enfield CLC. Prior to that she worked as an Assistant Headteacher and Head of E-learning in a secondary school in Tower Hamlets and was seconded to the local authority as Innovation Manager.
 
Janet has also set up a computer lab in a partner school in Nairobi where she regularly teaches. The constant threads running through her work are the use of technology for solving real life problems and digital inclusion.   Janet is particularly interested in getting more women and girls involved in technology, in mobile learning and in ICT for Development. 
 
 
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The Computer Science portal will focus on practical help for classroom practitioners through sharing ideas, looking at what works and exploring affordable, often free, tools for supporting children and teachers.
 
News, views, practical ideas! That is the Computer Science portal in a nutshell.
 
Everyone welcome!
 
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Janet Chapman

Video guides

Have you thought of using Socrative to deliver rich and engaging quizzes in the classroom using mobile devices? Or would you like some advice on getting started with the 3D programming environment Alice? How about using Code Academy to support the teaching of JavaScript?

Our ever-expanding collection of video guides show how a whole variety of resources can be used to support learning & teaching.

View our free sample video guides 'Introduction to Code Academy' and 'TuringKara part 1' for just a taste of what the portal has to offer.

Top tips

Looking for a quick fix? Something different to spice up a lesson? Find out how to build games in a web browser; use Scratch to develop design and problem-solving skills; or access a wealth of programming challenges to stretch advanced pupils.

Follow our top tips and find some of the best free computer science resources on the web in no time.
 

Content that matters

Searching the internet for quality materials and ideas is time consuming, so why not let us do the work for you? We’ll direct you to the best resources out there and offer advice about how to use them effectively to motivate students and enhance learning.

Watch this video to find out more.
  • Top tips
    Explore our library of links to free computer science resources for children, young people and educators.
  • Video guides
    Follow our video guides explaining how and why different resources can be used to support teaching and learning computing.
  • Blog watch
    Keep up to date with postings from influential and interesting bloggers.
  • News stories
    Find the latest news, reports and commentary relevant to computer science
  • Key events and CPD opportunities
    Events, activities and continued professional development opportunities for teachers with an interest in computer science.
  • Collaborate with peers
    Share your thoughts and exchange ideas with teachers around the country.