My name is John Goodier and I am a freelance computer lead working in primary school education.  Over the last few years computing in primary schools has gone through some major changes and many schools have risen to the challenged 

However, there are still some challenges to be overcome. One challenge is that many primary school teachers, even in 2023, lack the confidence and skills to teach computing effectively. Another challenge is that there is a shortage of high-quality computing resources available to primary schools. This is partly due to the fact that computing is a relatively expensive subject to teach, and partly due to the fact that there is a limited range of FREE high-quality computing resources available on the market. 

Pupils are also learning about a wider range of computing concepts, such as programming, data analysis, networks and cybersecurity and teaching a rich computing curriculum can become a bit of a nightmare

Coming Shortly - AI Workshop for Children

The past 18 months have brought significant changes to how teachers integrate technology into their classrooms. Forward-thinking schools should already be using cloud computing, enabling access to schoolwork both in the classroom and remotely. If your school hasn't embraced this, it's time to catch up.

But what about AI?  This blog/podcast will explain why you should engage with AI, offering insights and tips on how to utilise it with your children now, and what potential it holds for the future. So, if you're thinking "Why should I bother, it's just a gimmick,"  listen on and find out why you should.