The impact of technology - Then and Now
Jobs of the future and careers advice - What do you want to be when you grow up?
Out with the old in with the new (E-waste and the environmental impact)
Picture quiz covering topics such as: -
Political figures
Historical figures
Celebrities
Plants
Flags
Places
Suitable for a mixture of ages as there are a variety of difficulty of questions. Occasional clues and prompts are given.
This was used on a ski trip but could also be used a Christmas quiz
This assembly looks at our demands for the latest technology and our behaviours have changed. “Out with the old and in with the new”
Aimed at secondary school children.
It looks at where the waste goes and what is the impact to the environment.
Finally advice is given as to what we can all do to help the situation.
Contains full script.
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This engaging workbook is designed for Year 7 to 9 students and provides a comprehensive introduction to Python. With 5 worksheets, this resource includes practical exercises, assessments, and video tutorials tailored for students of all ability levels. Ideal for classroom learning, homework, or cover lessons.
What’s Included:
Worksheet 1: Introduction to Python—getting started, using the shell, and creating your first program.
Worksheet 2: Understanding variables and user input.
Worksheet 3: Conditional statements (IF, ELIF, ELSE).
Worksheet 4: Arithmetic operations and an introduction to using Python’s Math library.
Worksheet 5: Commenting and debugging code effectively.
Perfect for beginners, this workbook builds confidence in coding while laying a solid foundation in Python programming concepts.
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Python String Handling Demystified! This all-in-one resource clarifies key string manipulation concepts with clear explanations and practical examples. A concise revision guide with screenshots covers essential techniques, and 11 carefully crafted Python exercises help you practice working with text data. Boost your coding confidence and excel in your GCSEs!"
Unlock the Power of Python Loops! This interactive resource helps you understand and apply loops effectively through engaging debugging challenges. A well-structured revision guide provides the foundation, explaining loop structures and their use with conditional statements. 6 Python programs let you practice controlling repetition and decision-making within loops
Unlock the Power of Python While Loops! This interactive resource helps you understand and apply ‘while’ loops through engaging debugging challenges. A well-structured revision guide provides the foundation, while 5 Python programs let you practice controlling repetition and decision-making within loops
Year 9 Computer Science - compares wired and wireless networks. Can be taught as part of networking unit
Best version (Google slides) - https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1JLPjZya1W6FgUyKAS0gQHSQTZItI3uVJ4jLQXBiYdH4/edit?usp=sharing
Handy 1 page knowledge organiser that summarise representing images (data representation). The focus is on the AQA 8520 (9 - 1) and outlines image types, colour depth, resolution. There is a reminder for calculating files sizes and how to encode/decode images.
Handy 1 page knowledge organiser sheet that summarises Cyber Security. The focus is on the AQA 8520 (9 - 1) and areas covered are: -
What is cyber security?
Social engineering
Malicious Code
Other threats
Penetration testing
Handy 1 page knowledge organiser that summarises computer networking. The focus is on the AQA 8520 (9 - 1) and defines the term networking. It summarises the pros and cons of networks and key terminology such as LAN, WAN and PAN. There is an outline of some of the key hardware on a network and security methods are mentioned. The major topologies are summarised and there is a focus on wireless networks.
Selection of handy revision sheets that summarise key areas of learning for the key stage 3 curriculum.
Topics included: -
Programming with Python for beginners
Programming with Scratch
Computer Systems
Networks
Spreadsheets
Links are given to original Google drawings version of the summary sheets. This will allow you to make your own copy and edit if you wish:)
Handy revision sheet that summarises key information relating to Computer Networks on 1 page. Also includes a short test with answers.
Covers: -
Network definition
Topologies
Benefits and disadvantages of networks
Key definitions (LAN/WAN/PAN/WLAN)
Hardware
Transmission media
Wired vs Wireless network
Network security
DOES NOT cover TCP/IP protocols
Sports Day/Olympics - Winning and Losing (Eddie the Eagle)
British Explorers (A story of courage, self-belief and tenacity)
Human curiosity - Exploring space
Handy 1 page knowledge organiser that summarise data compression. The focus is on the AQA 8520 (9 - 1) and outlines the main points of Run Length Encoding and Huffman Coding.
Handy 1 page knowledge organiser that summarise representing sound (data representation). The focus is on the AQA 8520 (9 - 1) and outlines the difference between analogue and digital. It summarises sampling (sample rates and resolution) and ADC. There is a reminder for calculating file sizes.
Aimed at Year 5s but could be adapted for any beginners in Scratch. This introduction to programming covers: -
CS unplugged - what is an algorithm (making a jam sandwich)
The basics of the Scratch interface
Basic animations using control and movement
Using pause and broadcast
Stage co-ordinates
Debugging, repetition, sequencing, selection
Working with variables to make a scoring system in a Shark game
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This comes with complete workbook and differentiated support.
Pupils will already known the basics of Scratch. This is used with Year 6 but could be adapted for Year 7 or 8. Aims of the project: -
Analyse, design, implement, test, debug, evaluate and document to create a fully functioning crab maze game
Accompanying support website provides guidance and tutorials where needed: -
http://towercollege.wixsite.com/crab-maze-game?_ga=1.173461163.90285294.1435319282
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