Educator and Creative - Lecturer in Computing Education and at King's College London and also a digital artist. All views are my own. 🏳️🌈
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Digital Tools for Inclusive Computing Education Workshop
25th February 2026
Free workshop specifically designed for educators who support young people with SEND.
Exploring:
- Generative AI for Inclusion
- Anti-ableist Pedagogies
- Tangible Digital Tools
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We are conducting a survey exploring the use of making activities in formal STEM education. We are interested in hearing from teachers of learners aged 5-18 based in England, regardless of whether they currently employ making activities in their teaching.
qualtrics.kcl.ac.uk/jfe/form…
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(1/3) In our STEM: Making & Creating module (part of our STEM Education MA) students have been exploring how engaging with STEM concepts through hands-on and creative activities can make STEM education more accessible and inclusive. 💡🔨
New report by @peterejkemp and myself reveals interesting insights into Programming Education in Secondary Schools in England @crestem_kcl
🖥️ A new report raises questions into the accessibility of programming education in England's secondary schools
⚖️The report finds that independent schools provide more comprehensive programming education than non-selective state schools
Find out more 👉 kcl.ac.uk/news/new-report-ra…
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We were proud to see the launch of Heartwood 2 last night - a collection of writing from @crestem_kcl friends and colleagues on environmental writing. Well done to all involved - you can download a copy of the book here: kcl.ac.uk/research/heartwood…
It was a pleasure to attend the launch of Heartwood 2 last night - a collection of heartfelt writing on environmental education from colleagues in and friends of @crestem_kcl @KingsECS. Congratulations Shirin, @sophieannperry and @GlackM on a beautiful book!
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We're excited to launch the SCARI Computing report today! Read our key recommendations to transform computing education. #scaricomputing @KingsECS @KingsCollegeLon @UniofReading @NuffieldFound
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It is great to see the work of the @scaricomp (@KingsECS @crestem_kcl) project (@peterejkemp @DrJessicaHamer @billybwong @m_copseyblake) reported in the @guardian today: theguardian.com/technology/a…
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We are excited to announce the release of our @Wipro STEM Education Teacher Scholarships which pay 70% of fees for STEM teachers in schools in England taking our MA in STEM Education - more information on applying here: kcl.ac.uk/study-legacy/fundi…
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🏆Initial Teacher Training (ITE) at @KingsCollegeLon has been rated as “Outstanding” and a "first-class experience” for students, according to the latest report from Ofsted 👏👏👏 @timeshighered @SecEd_Education #HigherEd
👀Read the full news item ➡️kcl.ac.uk/news/kings-seconda…
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And here are the Sierpinski tetrahedron kites, constructed from wooden skewers and newspaper, session led by Dr Lucy Wood.
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Final session of the day: using a micro:bit to play music, selection controlled by an old-fashioned telephone dial! #RetroElectronics @whaleygeek @crestem_kcl @KingsECS
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It was pleasure to take part in @DrHBComputing's Spring Eco-Making Workshops, see the sewing with @MathsTeacherKYP, and attend an inspiring session by Sophie Perry on growing mushrooms - I am looking forward to my first crop of oyster mushrooms!
At KCL we are undertaking research looking at how programming is being taught in secondary schools and how exceptional programmers are supported. We are inviting secondary computing teachers in England to complete this survey qualtrics.kcl.ac.uk/jfe/form…
@crestem_kcl @peterejkemp
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With our philanthropic partners, Wipro (a large Indian technology company), we are looking to develop CPD for secondary computing teachers. We want to use the technical resources and expertise of Wipro and want to talk to teachers on best approaches (1/2)
It was a pleasure to be involved with this research!
What impact does engaging with culturally relevant activities have on primary learners? We ran focus groups with primary learners in England who have engaged with culturally adapted resources.
🔗 rpf.io/blog-crpep
This project is generously funded by @Cognizant.
ALT An adult watching two young learners engaging with laptops at a Code Club.
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Great article on collaboration between Maths & Computing teachers, by @crestem_kcl @KingsECS MA in STEM Education alumna Gitika Kaur
Hello World, issue 22, OUT NOW!
This issue is a snapshot of the current landscape of AI education.
We tackle the big questions about AI and computing education and share practical examples of how you can incorporate AI lessons in your classroom.
🔗 rpf.io/hw22
ALT Photo of Hello World, issue 22. Theme: Teaching AI.
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For anyone interested in funding for a PhD in the social sciences (including education research) the London Interdisciplinary Social Science Postgraduate Studentships @lissdtp scheme is now open for applicants looking to start in October 2024. See: liss-dtp.ac.uk/
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🚨 Last chance to apply!
We're hiring a Lecturer in Quantitative Sociology and Social Policy to join our team in the Centre for Public Policy Research.
Deadline to apply: 6 November 🗓️
kcl.ac.uk/jobs/076425-lectur…
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It is great to see one of our @crestem_kcl @KingsECS MA STEM students present their work at #wipsce23. Congratulations @MissPhilbin!
