1. GCSE Computing Baxter College

2. Computing in Schools What is computing? Course Content Benefits Difference between ICT & Computing? TO DISCUSS

3. COMPUTING IN SCHOOLS On 7 February 2013 the Department for Education published proposals for the reform of the National Curriculum. To implement computing curriculum in schools with a greater emphasis on practical programming and computing skills, to help the UK retain a competitive edge in the global digital economy. Designed to equip students with the computing skills they need to succeed in the 21st century.

4. WHAT IS COMPUTING It has a mathematical underpinnings, and involves the application of logic and reasoning. The importance is on how computer systems work, and how they are designed and programmed. To design and test computer programs using a range of computer programs: Visual Basic, Small Basic, Python and HTML. Its about understanding computer-based technology, to be better equipped to function in modern society.

5. COURSE CONTENT Two Controlled classrooms assessment 1.Research and programming 2.Each controlled assessment is 20 hours. 3.1 st Controlled Assessment Deadline is May 2015 4.2 nd Controlled Assessment Deadline is May 2016 5.Worth 30% each Two Controlled classrooms assessment 1.Research and programming 2.Each controlled assessment is 20 hours. 3.1 st Controlled Assessment Deadline is May 2015 4.2 nd Controlled Assessment Deadline is May 2016 5.Worth 30% each Exam 1.A mixture of short and long answer questions, some of which will require candidates to write program code. 2.To be completed in year 11 June 2016 1.Worth 40% Exam 1.A mixture of short and long answer questions, some of which will require candidates to write program code. 2.To be completed in year 11 June 2016 1.Worth 40%

6. BENEFITS Gives learners a real, in-depth understanding of how computer technology works. Provides excellent preparation for higher study and employment in Computer Science. Develop critical thinking, analysis and problem- solving skills.

7. DIFFERENCE BETWEEN COMPUTING AND ICT? ComputingICT To understand and explore the world around us both natural and artificial, in computational terms. Computing is a lot more technical, with less emphasis on business and more emphasis on the actual design and programming of IT systems. Computing involves a lot of maths, and unlike ICT, you will actually be expected to learn how to use a number of programming languages. Topics include things such as Networking, Hardware and Operating Systems. ICT deals more with the organisational and business side of IT systems of information. You study topics like the Nature of Information, Role of IT in Organisations. Topics include things such as: creating a Database, designing a logo and developing a website.