Event Summary:
This summer sees Teesside University introducing an exciting range of twilight lectures. These one hour lectures are designed to introduce the audience to developments and research within the subject and will be followed by practical workshops which will allow for discussion, debate and ideas to take back to your institution.
Full Event Details:
Computational thinking is a fundamental skill set that students supposedly learn by studying computing. We will demonstrate how its core ideas and concepts, including programming and algorithmic thinking, can be introduced using cs4fn unplugged activities, games and magic tricks. We will show that computing can be fun for everyone and that it doesn’t have to be taught at a computer.
Suitable For:
Teachers (CPD)
Duration:
Short Session
Minimum number of students:
1
Institution Profile:
Based on our vibrant campus in the heart of Middlesbrough in North East England, Teesside University is a friendly, modern university with a range of courses and study options.
Teesside University offers courses in the areas of computing, media and the arts; health and social care; science, engineering and design; and social sciences, humanities and law. The University also has an established business school.
Recently, the University has invested more than £270m in its campus and facilities. An additional £300m investment is scheduled for the next ten years. Have a look at our website (tees.ac.uk/campusmasterplan) to see what we've been up to.
Teesside is known for its exciting mix of industry, culture and striking scenery. With an impressive coastline and expansive countryside on its doorstep, it’s a great place to soak up some sights and enjoy the outdoors.
If your students are thinking about studying at Teesside, join them at one of our open days or events - it's the best way to find out what we're all about.
Our student recruitment team are here to support you and we offer a range of activities to help your students make the best decisions for them about higher education. We work with pupils of all ages, as well as working with teachers, advisers and parents.
Please visit tees.ac.uk/studentrecruitment or the events listings on this site for our latest offer, or get in touch with us so we can create a bespoke programme of activity to meet your students’ needs. Our activities include:
- motivational visits
- an inspirational lecture series
- subject specific taster days
- competitions
- subject-based conferences
- motivational workshops
- advice and guidance sessions (student life, student finance, applying to university, personal statements, options support, etc)
- student ambassador support
- networking events
Visit our website - tees.ac.uk/studentrecruitment, give us a call on +44 (0)1642 218121 or drop us an email at [email protected]
You'll find us at -
Teesside University
Middlesbrough
Tees Valley
TS1 3BX
UKBased on our vibrant campus in the heart of Middlesbrough in North East England, Teesside University is a friendly, modern university with a range of courses and study options.
Teesside University offers courses in the areas of computing, media and the arts; health and social care; science, engineering and design; and social sciences, humanities and law. The University also has an established business school.
Recently, the University has invested more than £270m in its campus and facilities. An additional £300m investment is scheduled for the next ten years. Have a look at our website (tees.ac.uk/campusmasterplan) to see what we've been up to.
Teesside is known for its exciting mix of industry, culture and striking scenery. With an impressive coastline and expansive countryside on its doorstep, it’s a great place to soak up some sights and enjoy the outdoors.
If your students are thinking about studying at Teesside, join them at one of our open days or events - it's the best way to find out what we're all about.
Our student recruitment team are here to support you and we offer a range of activities to help your students make the best decisions for them about higher education. We work with pupils of all ages, as well as working with teachers, advisers and parents.
Please visit tees.ac.uk/studentrecruitment or the events listings on this site for our latest offer, or get in touch with us so we can create a bespoke programme of activity to meet your students’ needs. Our activities include:
- motivational visits
- an inspirational lecture series
- subject specific taster days
- competitions
- subject-based conferences
- motivational workshops
- advice and guidance sessions (student life, student finance, applying to university, personal statements, options support, etc)
- student ambassador support
- networking events
Visit our website - tees.ac.uk/studentrecruitment, give us a call on +44 (0)1642 218121 or drop us an email at [email protected]
You'll find us at -
Teesside University
Middlesbrough
Tees Valley
TS1 3BX
UK
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