Publisher's Synopsis
Syllabus: CfE (Curriculum for Excellence, from Education Scotland) and SQA
Level: BGE S1-3: Third and Fourth Levels
Subject: Computing Science and Digital Literacy
Create, innovate, solve problems, achieve. Through 30% theory and 70% practical work, pupils are challenged and motivated to develop their skills, knowledge and understanding from S1 to S3.
Covering all CfE Third and Fourth Level Benchmarks for Technologies: Computing Science and Digital Literacy, this ready-made and differentiated course puts progression for every pupil at the heart of your curriculum.
> Follow a consistent, classroom-tested lesson structure: Each double-page spread provides the learning intentions, key concept explanations and activities for one lesson
> Build and apply computational thinking skills: From creating games and coding in Python to designing web pages and databases, pupils will analyse, test and evaluate different software and devices
> Meet the needs of each pupil in your class: The content and activities are designed to ensure accessibility for those with low prior attainment, while extension tasks will stretch high achieving pupils
> Effectively check and assess progress: 'Work it out' knowledge-check questions support formative assessment within each lesson, helping you to monitor progression against the Experiences & Outcomes and Benchmarks
> Lay firm foundations for National qualifications: The skills, knowledge and understanding established through the course will set up pupils for success at National 5 and beyond
> Deliver the 'responsibility for all' Es and Os: Plenty of activities that address literacy, numeracy and health and wellbeing skills are threaded through the book
