Max Computing Webinar Series Set to Empower Teachers with Digital Learning Tools

September 14, 2024 – Educators are invited to participate in a webinar series this September and October to explore the Max Computing curriculum. Developed in collaboration with Digital Schoolhouse, Max Computing introduces play-based learning to build computing skills in students from grades 1 to 9. The sessions aim to provide teachers with essential tools and strategies for incorporating digital literacy in the classroom.

Max Computing, a product of collaboration between Digital Schoolhouse and Macmillan Education Caribbean, is designed to equip students with the fundamental skills needed in the digital era. The curriculum focuses on preparing learners for formal qualifications and future workplaces by enhancing their understanding of essential topics such as hardware, software, algorithms, and digital skills. The upcoming webinars will focus on key elements of this curriculum, which has been lauded for its innovative, playful approach to education.

Facilitators Shahneila Saeed and Estelle Ashman, who are key figures in the development of the Digital Schoolhouse program, will lead the sessions. The webinars will begin with a comprehensive introduction, where participants will be taken through the Max Computing series, including an overview of the curriculum’s structure, its progression framework, and the assessments involved. Attendees will also gain a deeper understanding of the playful learning pedagogy that has been embedded into the teaching method.

The second webinar will provide a more detailed look at the curriculum itself. Teachers will explore how to integrate the Max Computing series into their classrooms, including a focus on the workbook, key academic strands, and how the curriculum supports students’ academic growth.

The first session, “A Comprehensive Introduction,” will take place on Tuesday, September 17, with an additional session available on October 1. The second session, “A Dive into the Curriculum,” will be held on Thursday, September 19, with a repeat on October 3. Each session will last one hour, and all participants will receive a certificate of attendance.

For those interested, spaces for the webinar are limited, and early registration is encouraged. Additional information on the Max Computing curriculum can be accessed via the Macmillan International Curriculum platform, and participants are encouraged to follow the Max Computing campaign on social media.

This webinar series marks a significant step in providing teachers with innovative resources for digital literacy, ensuring students are well-prepared for the demands of the future workplace.

Registration for the webinars is open and can be accessed through www.macmillan-education.com