Technology and Computer Science

Threshold Concepts

Manipulating Media Responsible Use

Logical Processes Computer Systems

Knowledge Categories

Digital Media; Data and Infographics; Publishing Media Balance; Privacy and Security; Respectful Communication; News and Media Literacy Computational Thinking; Coding Techniques; Robotics; Systems

Milestone 1 [Nursery; Reception; Year 1]

Manipulating Media Digital Media Independently, create simple unedited images and videos which can be shared with an authentic audience. Independently, create documents which include the written word. Data and Infographics Use simple given tables and charts to represent information. Publishing With support, publish information using printing and sharing to online platforms. Responsible Use Media Balance Explain how technology can affect feelings and discuss ways in which to use technology in a balanced way. Privacy and Security Understand that the internet connects us to people and places around the world. Independently, type usernames and passwords.

Respectful Communication Recognise that the internet has both positive and negative effects and that safe search engines should be used to access the internet with an adult.

Logical Processes Computational Thinking Coding Recognise the terms algorithm, debug and tinker.

Create and record simple algorithms to solve a problem. Understand that order/sequence has a direct impact on an outcome.

Computer Systems Techniques

Robotics

Systems Independently locate files which have been named and saved on a mobile device. Use a mouse and keyboard to interact with a computer. Know and use the key gestures of a device such as an iPad. Discuss how technology is part of our everyday life and that new technology is being invented all the time. Construct and control simple moving robots using block code. Create simple technology based designs to solve real life problems. Identify devices and their parts.

Milestone 2 [Year 2; Year 3]

Manipulating Media Digital Media Independently create and edit images which can be shared with an authentic audience. Independently format text in a variety of word processing and publishing applications. Understand the impact of digital manipulation of images and videos Data and Infographics Collate data and create simple charts using spreadsheets. Publishing Independently publish information using printing and sharing to online platforms.

Responsible Use Media Balance Recognise that wellbeing is supported by balancing use of digital devices with a range of non-digital activities. Privacy and Security Articulate what private information means and why it should not be shared online. Understand how a strong password can help protect your privacy. Understand that games use a range of tricks to keep people playing.

Respectful Communication Explain simply what a digital footprint is and how it is created by what you put online. Know steps to take when something on the internet makes you feel uncomfortable, angry, or upset. Recognise the importance of being a principled user of technology and always being polite and kind online. (THINK)

News and Media Literacy Identify owners and creators of a website and discuss their credibility.

Logical Processes Computational Thinking Coding Use the language of decomposition and pattern recognition.

Use pattern recognition for adding loops with variables. Debug a simple programme.

Computer Systems Techniques Robotics

Systems Independently open a browser and use search for a website using a URL With support, construct and control a robot using sensors to solve a real-life problem. Use the process of design thinking Independently manage devices (e.g. turning devices on/off and resetting). Identify basic inputs and outputs for a device.

Milestone 3 [Year 4; Year 5]

Manipulating Media Digital Media Independently create and edit videos which can be shared with a self-identified authentic audience using pre and post-production techniques. Data and Infographics Use spreadsheets and graphs with basic formulas and be able to present findings. Publishing Create different appropriate layouts using a variety of word processing and publishing applications.

Responsible Use Media Balance Recognise that wellbeing is positively impacted by balancing use of digital devices with a range of non-digital activities. Privacy and Security Understand what information about you is safe to share online. Understand how our online activity affects the digital footprints of ourselves and others. Understand what ‘clickbait’ titles and links are and how can you avoid them.

Respectful Communication Identify how we can be upstanders when we see cyberbullying. Take personal responsibility for communicating online.

News and Media Literacy Discuss how gender stereotypes shape our experiences online.

Logical Processes Computational Thinking

Coding

Computer Systems Techniques

Robotics

Systems Use the computational thinking terms: algorithm, abstraction, pattern recognition and decomposition. Apply decomposition and pattern recognition to real world problems. Identify the use of decomposition, pattern recognition, abstraction, and algorithms in solutions to problems. Use control systems to manage real life scenarios. Select appropriate decision, iteration, variables, operators, and functions for purpose.

Use shared resources collaboratively for an authentic purpose. Use virtual environments to create simple artifacts for a purpose. Independently construct and control robot and microcontrollers, using sensors to solve a real-life problem. Know the core parts of computing systems including RAM ,ROM, HDD, CPU, fan, Motherboard, Disc drives. Explain the basics of inputs, outputs and storage.

Milestone 4 [Year 6 to Year 7]

Manipulating Media Digital Media Create, reuse, revise and repurpose digital artefacts for a given audience, with attention given to trustworthiness, design and usability. Produce documents to meet given criteria. Data and Infographics Undertake creative projects that involve selecting, using, and combining multiple applications, to achieve challenging goals, including collecting and analysing data and meeting the needs of known users.

Publishing Publish their work on a variety of mediums. Select an appropriate file type depending on audience and range of distribution.

Responsible Use Privacy and Security Identify and explain ways to protect yourself from common online dangers. Know what Ethical Hacking means and why it is important.

Respectful Communication Know some strategies to de-escalate 'digital drama' before it goes too far. Identify benefits and drawbacks of presenting yourself in different ways online.

Logical Processes Computational Thinking

Coding Understand the computational thinking terms, algorithm, abstraction, pattern recognition and decomposition. Use decomposition, pattern recognition, abstraction, and algorithms in partnership to design solutions to problems. Independently build control systems to manage real life scenarios. Choose appropriate selection, iteration, variables, operators, and functions for purpose in block programming environments.

Computer Systems Techniques Systems Select appropriate peripheral devices for a simple network. Identify and explain core parts of computing systems including RAM ,ROM, HDD, CPU, fan, Motherboard, Disc drives, in different systems. Identify and explain the input, output, and storage peripherals.

Milestone 5 [Year 8 to Year 9]

Manipulating Media Digital Media Edit images for audience and purpose using industry standard software. Deploy advanced techniques to change images significantly. Actively deploy techniques in line with given criteria. Data and Infographics Present data in a quickly recognisable way, appropriate for audience and purpose. Manipulate data to present a viewpoint.

Publishing Create a variety of documents for a specified audience and purpose. Select appropriate medium, settings, format and platform for a specified audience and purpose.

Responsible Use Privacy and Security Through Lifeskills lessons: Know how to set social media settings to keep safe online. Know about privacy settings and how to use them. Understand the terms social engineering and ransomware.

Logical Processes Computational Thinking Independently apply a variety of selection and iteration structures to solve problems. Use nesting of structures to achieve goals. Deploy techniques of decomposition, pattern recognition, abstraction, and algorithms. Apply computational thinking skills independently.

Coding Use written programming languages. Select appropriate selection, iteration, variables, operators, and functions for purpose in written programming.

Computer Systems Techniques

Robotics Understand portable storage mediums. Use robots or robotic simulators to complete multi tasks problems. Examine the use of computing systems and sensors in control systems. Understand the key differences between local and cloud storage options. Use physical and simulation robots to complete tasks. Deploy a variety of sensors and actuators to take actions depending on environmental conditions.

Systems Explain the principals of operation of Network interface cards, routers and servers. Explain basic network topography. Name sensors used in a variety of real-life scenarios.