Computer Science Teacher

Insight into the computing classroom

By (author) Beverly Clarke

Publication date:

24 August 2017

Length of book:

280 pages

Publisher

BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT

Dimensions:

198x129mm
5x8"

ISBN-13: 9781780173948

Increased focus on computer science has recently brought about the new national curriculum in computing. This book explores the role of Computer Science Teacher in a secondary school environment. An overview of secondary school computing is covered, along with what the role encompasses, the attributes, knowledge and skills required to be a success and useful standards, tools, methods and techniques you can employ. Case studies and quotes from schools and current teachers are also included.

Preface

Chapter 1: Introduction to Teaching Secondary Computer Science

Chapter 2: The Role of the Computer Science Teacher

Chapter 3: Standards, Tools, Methods and Techniques

Chapter 4: Career Progression and Related Roles

Chapter 5: Case Studies

Chapter 6: Conclusion

Appendix 1: Self Assessments

Appendix 2: Seating Plan

Appendix 3: Job Adverts

Appendix 4: Class Profile For Use With Lesson at Interview

Appendix 5: Progress Grid

Appendix 6: Lesson Plan Template

Appendix 7: Case Study Supporting Material

Appendix 8: Support for the Computer Science and Computing Teacher

'This is an essential, practical, informative and accessible read for anyone wanting to enter the world of computing teaching, for those already in this world trying to understand the fast changing nature of teaching in this area, for those wanting to recruit such incredibly hard to find computing teachers and for those involved in their training. The enthusiasm for teaching in this area is palpable and makes this a pleasure to read.'