Computational thinking across the secondary curriculum (Welsh) - WD008

• What computational thinking (CT) means
• Building confidence and a clear understanding of the CT basics
• The four pillars (abstraction, decomposition, pattern recognition, algorithms)
• How CT appears naturally across subjects and everyday teaching
• Practical unplugged CT activities to build confidence
• How CT links to the Digital Competence Framework and progression steps
• Designing CT‑rich lessons for any AoLE
• Cross‑curricular examples of using CT
• How STEM Ambassadors can demonstrate real‑world CT applications

How long is this course?

This course is approximately 6 hours of live remote learning.

How will you learn?

This live online remote course will enable you to participate in discussion and activities with other participants, led by a STEM professional development leader.

Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Develop a clear understanding of the four pillars of computational thinking (abstraction, decomposition, algorithms, pattern recognition) and how they support learning across the Curriculum for Wales.
• Identify where computational thinking naturally appears in different subjects, recognising opportunities to embed CT in everyday classroom practice.
• Use DCF statements and progression steps confidently, understanding how CT aligns with digital competence across secondary year groups.
• Be able to design or adapt lessons to include at least one CT skill, using examples to support cross curricular integration.
• Increase confidence in supporting learners to think critically and solve problems including knowing how STEM Ambassadors can enrich CT learning and real world connections.
• Deepen understanding of how Computational Thinking strengthens the Four Purposes by empowering learners to think independently, solve problems creatively, make informed decisions, and apply structured reasoning across real-world contexts.