Why did the programmer get stuck in the shower?
Laura Sach shares some programming jokes to add a touch of humour to your teaching . HW20: Systems and networks, pg. 94.
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Pulling the plug on computer-centric teaching
Bonnie Sheppard discusses how computer systems and networks lends itself to an unplugged teaching approach. HW20: Systems and networks, pg. 15.
Methods for teaching networking
Katharine Childs introduces the benefits and challenges from a research review of teaching approaches used in computer networks courses. HW20: Systems and networks, pg. 12-13.
Developing a sense of programming
Alex Hadwen-Bennett shares some key findings from his PhD research exploring how visually impaired learners develop their understanding of programming concepts. HW20: Systems and networks, pg. 76-77.
It all hinges on this question
The CAS Assessment Working Group share how hinge questions can be a powerful assessment-for-learning strategy in the computing classroom. HW20: Systems and networks, pg. 16-17.
Making connections
Ben Garside suggests inviting a network manager into your classroom to bring networking to life. HW20: Systems and networks, pg. 20.
Computational thinking for preschoolers
Hannah Hagon and colleagues discuss how we can teach and assess computational thinking using England’s existing early years framework. HW20: Systems and networks, pg. 66-68.
Why write for Hello World?
Have you ever considered writing for Hello World magazine? Do you have an idea, experience or opinion you want to share? This week, we discuss the various benefits, motives and tips for sharing experiences in Hello World. Season 5, episode 6.
My journey from discrete computing to tech integration
Emily Jones shares her experience of leading ICT and computing in both the UK and Thailand, and how her practice has almost come full circle. HW20: Systems and networks, pg. 90-91.
Self-regulation skills
Victoria Berkowitz shares how she built student agency and self-regulation skills through her self-paced game maker class. HW20: Systems and networks, pg.58-59.
The asynchronous computing classroom
Kuri DiFede shares why she implemented asynchronous learning with her secondary learners, and offers tips you can apply to your own classroom. HW20: Systems and networks, pg. 56-57.
Get networking
Three people explain how they use networking in their jobs, and share tips for students interested in following a similar path. HW20: Systems and networks, pg. 34-35.