Why Computing Matters!
What is computing?
Computing is the activity, study, or job of using computers.
- Cambridge Dictionary
As defined by the Cambridge dictionary, computing is the use and operation of computers. Computing includes desigining and building hardware and software systems for a wide range of purposes; processing, structuring and managing various kinds of information; doing scientific studies using computers; making computer systems behave intelligently; creating and using communications and entertainment media; finding and gathering information which is relevant to a particular purpose.
Computing has also been defined as a branch of engineering science that deals with the systematic study of algorithmic processes, which are used to describe and transfrom information.
Why do we study computing?
'A high-quality computing education equips pupils to use computational thinking and creativity to understand and change the world. Computing has deep links with mathematics, science and design and technology, and provides insights into both natural and artificial systems. The core of computing is computer science, in which pupils are taught the principles of information and computation, how digital systems work and how to put this knowledge to use through programming. Building on this knowledge and understanding, pupils are equipped to use information technology to create programs, systems and a range of content. Computing also ensures that pupils become digitally literate – able to use, and express themselves and develop their ideas through, information and communication technology – at a level suitable for the future workplace and as active participants in a digital world.'
(National Curriculum 2014)
Useful websites
KS1 Compuitng - https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/subjects/zyhbwmn
KS2 Computing - https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/subjects/zvnrq6f
Higher Compuitng Science - https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/subjects/zxmh34j
Fake news stories - https://twitter.com/eatsleepictrpt/status/1582459927070547968?s=11&t=3DYS75o1A4vKbZdrpH7cBA
Scratch Holograms - https://twitter.com/jesshugsteam/status/1582476524367724544?s=11&t=3DYS75o1A4vKbZdrpH7cBA
Scratch Basics - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NqMd44Oi2l4&ab_channel=Pinnguaq
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zN_Zos7Fxac&ab_channel=ShiftClickLearn
Scratch How to Make Jumping Game - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1jHvXakt1qw&ab_channel=ScratchTeam
Google Arts and Culture - https://artsandculture.google.com/
https://artsandculture.google.com/experiment/puzzle-party/EwGBPZlIzv0KRw
Christmas Activities - https://sites.google.com/lgfl.net/christmas/ https://curriculumblog.lgfl.net/christmas-stocking-fillers-2022
Live Lessons - https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/live-lessons/upcoming-live-lessons/zk6h7yc