Computing
Vision
Computing at Moss Hall aims to provide learners with the skills and knowledge to access and succeed in the ever changing technological world. We follow the Kapow scheme of work which covers the three key areas of computing: computer science, information technology and digital literacy. The units explore concepts such as multimedia, programming, computer systems, data handling and draw connections between these. These provide our children with real experience in areas of computing which will prepare them for the wider world. Throughout all of our units we inform children how to be safe and responsible whilst online. Our children are surrounded by devices being updated every day to meet the needs of our modern society, so at Moss Hall we are continually evaluating our computing curriculum to ensure it is relevant.
Online Safety
At Moss Hall we...
- understand children are now a part of the global virtual community - online, there are threats and experiences that children are confronted with when they use the internet
- provide children with the skills to be critical thinkers and to understand how to conduct themselves online safely
- develop our children’s ability to evaluate the quality, integrity and reliability of what they read online (fake news, conspiracy theories, politically biased media)
- ensure children know they can report anything that concerns them online
Please speak to school should you need any further online safety support or if any difficulties arise that you are unsure of. The following websites can also give you support and guidance:
Computational Thinking
At Moss Hall we…
- introduce learners to computer networks, hardware and data representation
- prepare our students to use logical reasoning and algorithmic thinking to decompose, solve and innovate digitally
- analyse problems in computational terms, and have repeated practical experience of writing computer programs in order to solve such problems
- ask children to highlight how different functions relate and affect the overall result, when coding programs or editing media
Information Technology
At Moss Hall we...
- develop learners to evaluate and apply information technology, including new or unfamiliar technologies, analytically to solve problems
- develop understanding of concepts through real world problems relevant to our children's lives
Digital Literacy
At Moss Hall we…
- are responsible, confident and creative users of information and communication technology
- give opportunities for learners to express themselves and develop ideas through graphic design, video and image
- prepare our children to be active and responsible online citizens
Assessment
At Moss Hall we…
- assess children on their understanding of the knowledge as well as real life applications of the skills in projects that allow students to be enthusiastic and creative
- ask children to provide and receive feedback from their peers to further develop upon their understanding of computing
