We are offering a free course on data and AI literacy in the secondary classroom.
There will be four full-day sessions on:
- Wednesday 16th September 2026
- Thursday 8th October 2026
- Tuesday 3rd November 2026
- Wednesday 2nd December 2026
Topics covered will include:
- Exploring how data is used to solve real life problems. From coronavirus dashboards in the newspaper, to the smart meters in your cupboard, to the Fitbit in your pocket: data displays are everywhere. We’ll consider how data can be used ethically to make decisions and improve our lives.
- Teaching strategies and core concepts: We’ll explore how to develop strategies to ensure that every learner participates meaningfully in opportunities to develop their data literacy. We will identify digital and non-digital pedagogical approaches to teaching data science, and explore how this may enrich the ways in which all learners are included in class activities. We will also look at ways to engage learners in data for social good projects and activism, using data to benefit their schools and communities.
- Data Science and AI within BGE: We will look at projects, resources and ideas for teaching Data and AI Literacy within different curricular areas of Broad General Education.
- NPA Data Science: We will cover the core concepts in the National Progression Award in Data Science (Levels 4-6)
Further information on the course and how to apply here: AI and Data Literacy courses for Secondary 2026 – Data Education in Schools.