28 page revision booklet for the Pearson Edxecel GCSE Computer Science 1CP2 (2020) Paper : Principles of Computer Science. Provided electronically to allow booklet printing or electronic distribution via a VLE, Teams, or similar platforms to allow online learning and independent revision. Covers all specification areas including: Topic 1: Computational thinking. Understanding of what algorithms are, what they are used for and how they work. The ability to follow, amend and write algorithms; the ability to construct truth tables. Topic 2: Data. Understanding of binary, data representation, data storage and compression. Topic 3: Computers. Understanding of hardware and software components of computer systems and characteristics of programming languages. Topic 4: Networks. Understanding of computer networks and network security. Topic 5: Issues and impact. Awareness of emerging trends in computing technologies, and the impact of computing on individuals, society and the environment, including ethical, legal and ownership issues. Check out my shop for GCSE Edexcel, OCR and AQA specification resources along with other computing products

A great resource to remind students of key programming concepts in Python. Features code snippets and explanations of core techniques including Arrays, Operators and working with files. 1 double sided sheet suitable for printing in A3 or A4 as needed. Suitable for OCR GCSE Computer Science J276 and other courses.

A3 double sided 1.2 Software and Software Development Knowledge Organiser Suitable for OCR A-Level Computer Science H446. Includes relevant information on all parts of the specification including: 1.2.1 Systems Software 1.2.2 Applications Generation 1.2.3 Software Development 1.2.4 Types of Programming Language Can be used as a revision tool, as part of a lesson, or as a differentiated resource. Suitable for printing or use online with Teams, Google Classroom and VLEs. Can also be scaled up or down to A4/A2/A1 when printing. Please adding a school license when purchasing, allowing you to share this resource with colleagues. Please click here to visit my shop for more revision and teaching resources for AQA, OCR and Pearson Edexcel at both GCSE and A-Level.

A set of practice questions for students studying GCSE Computer Science. Tailored to Pearson Edexcel 1CP2, questions are written using exam approved command words and form to help gain confidence working with exam style language. Two different formats are included with your purchase: Editable Microsoft Excel question bank with questions grouped by unit and command word ready to be used in practice tests, homework or revision aids. Flashcards for independent or group revision to reinforce knowledge. An excellent resource for revision, homework or end of topic tests. Visit my shop for GCSE, AS and A Level Edexcel, OCR and AQA specification resources along with other computing products

A pack of eight worksheets covering basic computer systems concepts. Based around the OCR J276 and J277 specifications, but equally applicable to others. Could be used as a revision aid, end of topic summary to consolidate understanding of key concepts and terms or for independent study. Contains worksheets on: Systems Architecture including CPU Memory and Storage including RAM and ROM Storing Data Networks Network Protocols and Connections Security Systems Software Ethical, Cultural, Legal and Environmental issues Please click here to visit my shop for other GCSE computing resources covering the AQA, OCR and Pearson specifications.

A3 1.2 Memory and Storage Knowledge Organiser Suitable for OCR GCSE Computer Science J277. Updated to comply with the new specification. Includes relevant information on: Flash memory - advantages and disadvantages Character Sets Storing Images Storing Sound Compression Units of Data Storage Converting Number Bases Choosing Storage Media Primary and Secondary Storage And more! Can be used as a revision tool, as part of a lesson, or as a differentiated resource. You may also find my pack of resources on the conversion of number bases useful when teaching this unit. Click here to see this pack. Check out my shop for other resources on the J276 specification

A3 2.1 Elements of Computational Thinking Knowledge Organiser Suitable for OCR A-Level Computer Science H446. Includes relevant information on all parts of the specification including: 2.1.1 Thinking abstractly 2.1.2 Thinking ahead 2.1.3 Thinking procedurally 2.1.4 Thinking logically 2.1.5 Thinking concurrently Can be used as a revision tool, as part of a lesson, or as a differentiated resource. Suitable for printing or use online with Teams, Google Classroom and VLEs. Can also be scaled up or down to A4/A2/A1 when printing. Please click here to visit my shop for more revision and teaching resources for AQA, OCR and Pearson Edexcel at both GCSE and A-Level.

A3 2.3 – Producing Robust Programs Knowledge Organiser Suitable for OCR GCSE Computer Science J277. Includes relevant information on: Authentication Logic & Syntax Errors Input Validation Naming Conventions, Indentation and Commenting Test Plans Anticipating Misuse Refining Algorithms Sub Programs Selecting and Using Suitable Test Data Types of Testing Along with an exam style question and examples of good and bad practice. Can be used as a revision tool, as part of a lesson, or as a differentiated resource. Check out my shop for J277 & J276 specification resources along with other computing products

A revision checklist for the OCR GCSE Computer Science J277 course including all aspects of Component 1 (Computer Systems ) and Component 2 (Computational Thinking, Algorithms and Programming). Designed for independent student use providing a framework to support revision, progress tracking and self assessment for Year 10 and Year 11. Includes two PDF files, one for booklet printing and as another for individual sheets. Check out my shop for J277 & J276 specification resources along with other computing products

A3 Three Page 7516 Topic 5 Fundamentals of Data Representation Knowledge Organiser Suitable for AQA AS Level Computer Science 7516. Includes relevant information on: 3.5.1.1 Natural numbers 3.5.1.2 Integer numbers 3.5.1.3 Rational numbers 3.5.1.4 Irrational numbers 3.5.1.5 Real numbers 3.5.1.6 Ordinal numbers 3.5.1.7 Counting and measurement 3.5.2.1 Number base 3.5.2.1 Number base 3.5.3.1 Bits and bytes 3.5.3.2 Units 3.5.4.1 Unsigned binary 3.5.4.2 Unsigned binary arithmetic 3.5.4.3 Signed binary using two’s complement 3.5.4.4 Numbers with a fractional part 3.5.5.1 Character form of a decimal digit 3.5.5.2 ASCII and Unicode 3.5.5.3 Error checking and correction 3.5.6.1 Bit patterns, images, sound and other data 3.5.6.2 Analogue and digital 3.5.6.3 Analogue/digital conversion 3.5.6.4 Bitmapped graphics 3.5.6.5 Digital representation of sound 3.5.6.6 Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI) 3.5.6.7 Data compression 3.5.6.8 Encryption Can be used as a revision tool, as part of a lesson, or as a differentiated resource. Suitable for printing or use online with Teams, Google Classroom and VLEs. Can also be scaled up or down to A4/A2/A1 when printing. Please consider adding a school license when purchasing, allowing you to share this resource with colleagues. Please click here to visit my shop for more revision and teaching resources for AQA, OCR and Pearson Edexcel at both GCSE and A-Level.

A3 7516 Topic 1 Fundamentals ofProgramming Knowledge Organiser Suitable for AQA A Level Computer Science 7517. Includes relevant information on: 4.1.1.1 Data types 4.1.1.2 Programming concepts 4.1.1.3 Arithmetic operations in a programming language 4.1.1.4 Relational operations in a programming language 4.1.1.5 Boolean operations in a programming language 4.1.1.6 Constants and variables in a programming language 4.1.1.7 String-handling operations in a programming language 4.1.1.8 Random number generation in a programming language 4.1.1.9 Exception handling 4.1.1.10 Subroutines (procedures/functions) 4.1.1.11 Parameters of subroutines 4.1.1.12 Returning a value/values from a subroutine 4.1.1.13 Local variables in subroutines 4.1.1.14 Global variables in a programming language 4.1.1.15 Role of stack frames in subroutine calls 4.1.1.16 Recursive techniques 4.1.2.1 Programming paradigms 4.1.2.2 Procedural-oriented programming 4.1.2.3 Object-oriented programming Can be used as a revision tool, as part of a lesson, or as a differentiated resource. Suitable for printing or use online with Teams, Google Classroom and VLEs. Can also be scaled up or down to A4/A2/A1 when printing. Please consider adding a school license when purchasing, allowing you to share this resource with colleagues. Please click here to visit my shop for more revision and teaching resources for AQA, OCR and Pearson Edexcel at both GCSE and A-Level.

An animated presentation demonstrating the process for Huffman Coding a string of characters, creating a Huffman Tree, encoding to Binary and calculating the bits used. Could be used as part of an initial lesson, for revision or independent learning. Supplied in PPTX format which can easily be converted to JPEG pictures, MP4 video or printed as needed for independent learning. Please click here to visit my shop for other GCSE computing resources covering the AQA, OCR and Pearson specifications.

A pack of worksheets covering binary conversion and bitmap encoding. Students are presented with a denary number which they must convert to binary and use the result to complete the bitmap. Includes a total of 24 puzzles along with corresponding answers. Excellent for differentiation and boosting engagement and could be used for revision, as a class test or as part of a cover lesson. Please click here to visit my shop for other GCSE computing resources covering the AQA, OCR and Pearson specifications.

A4 1.1 Systems Architecture Knowledge Organiser Suitable for OCR GCSE Computer Science J277. Updated to comply with the new specification. Includes relevant information on: Common CPU Components The Purpose of the CPU How CPU Fetches and Executes Instructions Stored in Memory The Fetch Eecute Cycle Von Neuman Architecture How Common Characteristics of CPUs Affect Performance The Purpose of embedded systems Examples of embedded systems Can be used as a revision tool, as part of a lesson, or as a differentiated resource for SEN/EAL/Lower Ability. Check out my shop for J277 & J276 specification resources along with other computing products

A3 2.2 – Programming Fundamentals Knowledge Organiser Suitable for OCR GCSE Computer Science J277. Includes relevant information on: *Sequencing *Data Types *Sub Programs *Arrays *The Use of Records *SQL *String Manipulation *Operators *File Handling Operations *Selection *Iteration *Random Numbers Can be used as a revision tool, as part of a lesson, or as a differentiated resource. Check out my shop for J277 & J276 specification resources along with other computing products

A4 2.4 –Boolean Logic Knowledge Organiser Suitable for OCR GCSE Computer Science J277. Includes relevant information on: Test Tables Key Terms AND, OR and NOT gates Logic Circuits Along with a list of key terms Can be used as a revision tool, as part of a lesson, or as a differentiated resource. Check out my shop for J277 & J276 specification resources along with other computing products

A4 1.5 – Systems Software Knowledge Organiser Suitable for OCR GCSE Computer Science J277. Updated to comply with the new specification. Includes relevant information on: Operating Systems User Management File Management Multitasking Peripheral Management User Interfaces Memory Management Utility Software Encryption Software Data Compression Can be used as a revision tool, as part of a lesson, or as a differentiated resource for SEN/EAL/Lower Ability. Check out my shop for J277 & J276 specification resources along with other computing products