“Do you support the opportunity for visual programming languages to be used in meeting the GCSE programming requirements, in addition to textual ones?” This is one of the questions that…
Addressing the gender gap in computing
As part of his exclusive interview with the BBC, Apple chief executive Tim Cook exclaimed that there is "no good excuse" for the lack of women in tech. I'm inclined…
The Happy Teacher
Teaching can be stressful. Here are some musings on what philosophy can teach leaders about making the job a little less anxious and enjoyable. Removing barriers to doing your job…
Culturally relevant Computer Science
What can schools do to connect culture to their curriculum; and in doing do so encourage all learners; regardless of their background; to pursue a rich and exciting career in…
Is this school’s use of AI a good idea?
According to the Express & Star, Smestow Academy will be the first UK school to use MyViewBoard Sens (Oct 23, 2021). This technology, apparently used mostly in China, places a…