Bill Quay PTA and Partners - International Coding Week Workshop

BILL QUAY PRIMARY SCHOOL PTA

Description Code Week workshop aimed at introduction to block based coding. Utilisation of Ozobots to show different coding methods. Children will be involved in a hands on practical session supported by experts.

What content does the event teach? Which methods and resources are used to convey this content to the participants?
- Ozobots and beets to introduce block based coding.
- iPads to show links between practical coding and hybrid coding to children.
- Guest speaker to support children making links between coding methods.

What are the goals of the event?
- Promote careers in coding and importance in the wider world.
- Promote inclusion through coding.
- Develop interest in coding and computational technology.

Which target group are you addressing with your event?
- SEND children.
- Female careers in STEM sector.
- Key Stage One and Key Stage 2 (Early/Primary) coding.

What makes your event special for the target group?
- Unique event using technology not available currently.
- Support for SEND learners to access curriculum and coding activities.
- Support from local businesses to promote STEM and coding careers.

Is there any other relevant information for the target group, e.g. about registration?
- 33% pupils from disadvantaged backgrounds.
- 42% of learners from SEND background.
*Funding will provide additional support to both group of learners.

Age group 8 - 12

Difficulty

Type Offline-Event

Date 10.10.2024    09:00 - 15:00

Address Portobello Primary School
DH3 2LY Chester-le-Street

Max. Participants 50 You want to take part in? Please contact our local contact person.

Participation is free.


Contact BILL QUAY PRIMARY SCHOOL PTA Website: https://portobelloprimary.eschools.co.uk/website
Mail of contact person: callumbone@portobelloprimary.org.uk

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