Following the Purple Mash scheme of learning, our two main computing topics, this term will be as follows:
An introduction to Purple Mash
As we ease back to school after the summer break, we will begin with an introduction to Purple Mash focussing on the essential skills for beginning the year 3 scheme units. It will be a useful refresher in the basics.
To find out more, view our Introduction to Purple Mash Knowledge Organiser.
Touch-typing
In term 1 we will be introducing the children to touch typing. We will learn:
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- Correct posture
- Finger positioning
- Typing techniques to develop speed and accuracy, while understanding how these skills support safe and effective computer use.
- Recognising keyboard locations
- Understanding correct finger positioning Improving accuracy and speed
To find out more, view our Touch-typing Knowledge Organiser.
In Term 2 we will explore electronic communication using 2Email. We will learn:
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- How to respond to, compose and add attachments to emails as well as consider the safety aspects of email communication.
- Composing and replying to emails
- Opening and sending attachments
- Using email safely
To find out more, view our Email Knowledge Organiser.
Online Safety will be delivered throughout the year using 2BeSafe.