Digital Futures is about connecting education to the digital and technology industry.
This one-day CPD event taking place on Wednesday 21st November is specifically aimed at Greater Manchester secondary school and college leaders, computer science teachers, curriculum and careers leads to inspire, inform and create new and engaging approaches to the computing curriculum and promote digital careers and pathways.
Digital and technology industry experts play a vital role in supporting educators in computer science and careers leads to teach and inspire the next generation of talent.
Our Computing Curriculum and Careers event provides valuable opportunity for meaningful interaction, advice and insight to ensure education is equipped with the knowledge and confidence to teach digital and talk confidently about our industry with students, aligned with what employers are looking for, and to ensure they are exposed to the rich array of digital and tech careers available to them right here in the region.
You'll hear first hand from those working in the industry and receive practical takeaway resources and new insights. Places are limited so book early to avoid disappointment.
The format of the day:
- Industry speakers
- Interactive workshops
- Networking
Agenda overview:
- Welcome
- The Greater Manchester Digital & technology sector overview
- An alternative to university
- Let’s get creative: digital
- Discover digital jobs
- AI and emerging technologies
- E-commerce digital business insights
- Dev drop-in: computer science curriculum related to the real world - your questions answered
Please note with thanks to our sponsor we are able to bring this event to you free of charge. However, there is a cost to hosting the event, therefore, we ask that you advise us if you are no longer able to attend. Otherwise, a DNA charge may be applied.
Am I eligible to attend?
This event is only free of charge to attend for schools and colleges in Greater Manchester. If you do not meet this criteria and are interested in the event, please contact emma@manchesterdigital.com before you book.
Please note that this event is not open to any other training provides or consultants.
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