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Teaching cybersecurity with real-life examples (and a free lesson to try)

Published on: 01/09/2026

Teach cybersecurity through real-life examples that actually stick. This long-form post explains why abstract definitions fall flat, how to build calm scepticism in teenagers and includes a free classroom-ready lesson to try.

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Teach Boolean logic at KS3 with recommendation systems (free lesson + resources)

Published on: 28/08/2026

Teach Boolean logic at KS3 using recommendation systems so it actually makes sense to pupils. Includes a free Lesson download: PowerPoint, lesson plan and worksheet.

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Published on: 21/08/2026

Pupils switching off in computing? It’s not you, it’s the plan. Learn why traditional lesson planning fails and how context-first planning makes lessons relevant, cohesive and easier to adapt. Watch the webinar.

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What’s the safest way to teach AI at KS3 without pupils using AI tools?

Published on: 18/08/2026

Teach AI safely at KS3 without pupils using AI tools: clear definitions, machine learning basics, ethics, expert systems and LLM explanations with tool-free activities, a quick comparison table and FAQs.

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