Primary Tech Review

With so many digital tools available, it is easy to be led by the features of a particular piece of technology. This leads to a fragmented approach to technology integration, where technology is selected and changed quickly, based on trends. The way to avoided a fragmented, trend-led approach to tech integration is to start with the desired outcomes . These will be based in pedagogy . Pedagogy can be explained as our philosophy of teaching. In her book, ' From EdTech to PedTe

App Lab is part of code.org , a website with amazing for teaching primary Computing. In this post, we will explore how suitable App Lab is for primary children, and whether a case can be made for App Lab being a space for primary creative coding. Accessing App Lab To access App Lab, navigate to code.org . It is possible use App Lab without signing up, however singing up lets teachers set up classes, assign work and keep track of their students' progress. App Lab can then be l

Apps for Good is one of the best opportunities available for young people looking to develop interest, experience and understanding of coding and app design. In this blog, we will explore the concept of Apps for Good, the process of entering and the benefits of school children following this program. What is Apps for Good? Apps for Good is hosted on the website: https://www.appsforgood.org/ . It is a UK based charity that provides free courses for teachers and children in sc