In this course you gain qualified teacher status (QTS) as a teacher of computing with experience teaching Key Stages 3 to 5. Through study and teaching placements, you develop the skills, knowledge and enthusiasm to teach and inspire pupils with a range of abilities in both secondary school and college settings. Learn how to share your enthusiasm for computing to inspire the next generation of students. This course enables you to gain qualified teacher status (QTS) with a subject specialism in secondary computing, enabling you to teach in secondary schools and post-16 colleges. On the course you develop the skills, knowledge and understanding to teach pupils of all abilities by: enhancing your subject knowledge and skills; developing an understanding of the different pedagogical methods required to be an effective computing teacher; learning to use relevant literature, research and educational theories relating to teaching computing and the wider curriculum; using a variety of techniques to assess and monitor pupil progress; learning about the ways schools and the education system function; understanding different techniques and approaches to classroom and behaviour management; learning how to plan effective lessons and develop resources which will enable all students to engage with your lessons; learning about the wider role of teachers in school; applying your skills and knowledge in a school setting; developing your evaluation and reflection skills; meeting QTS standard for teaching.