We have produced 4,000 physical Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths activity workbooks and resources to support homeschooling without the need for internet access. We have been working across our hubs in Welsh Universities to provide digital resources, activities and workshops for schoolchildren in Wales since the beginning of the pandemic. Following feedback that not all children have easy access to … Read More
Un Byd, Un Dechnoleg
[Blog by Susan Monkton, Schools Liaison Officer at our Cardiff Hub] The last 12 months have certainly been an experience. Not only have we experienced a global pandemic, but we have also seen protests, politics and panic buying! We have all discovered the way the world can work if it really has to, and the benefits and challenges that can … Read More
Digwyddiad WiST: Cyfrinachau 365
Are you up to date with the latest technology? Have you harnessed the power that Microsoft Office 365 can bring? There are over 34 different apps to use inside 365 and here we will discuss how to use them to improve your workplace, increase collaboration and make your life easier. In out next WiST (Women in Science and Technology) talk on … Read More
Hwyl rithwir STEM gyda'r Brownies a Guides
[Blog by Technocamps Schools Liaison Officer, Joanne Ralph] I have been Schools Liaison Officer for Technocamps for the past two years and before that I was a secondary school science teacher. Within both roles I have always strived to engender enthusiasm for STEM subjects in young people, especially girls. My daughter was a Brownie, and every week came home excited … Read More
Sut i Wneud yn siŵr eich bod chi'n Seiberddiogel
[Blog by Technocamps Delivery Officer, Olga Petrovska] Do you remember a time when hearing “You’ve got mail” caused elation? For today’s internet user that feels rather surreal, and yet it was a reality some 20 years ago. With the development of technology, our notion of online is being continuously redefined. Just think about how much time you spend connected these … Read More
Cystadleuaeth Cartref y Dyfodol
THIS COMPETITION HAS NOW ENDED Can you develop a game that shows energy efficiency in the home and the issues surrounding it? Our new competition, in partnership with Energy Saving Trust and NEST, is asking pupils (up to the age of 16) to design their own game, using any programming software, that would make a house more environmentally-friendly. The winning … Read More
Astudiaeth Achos: Derek Leung
Derek attended Ysgol David Hughes, where Technocamps participated in several workshops for skills days amongst other activities. He was involved with a number of Technocamps workshops, one of which included using code to spawn blocks and change the environment in Minecraft, which inspired Derek’s interest in Computer Science. He was also involved in a Technocamps competition held at Venue Cymru, … Read More
Ymuna â'n clwb codio rhithwir am ddim
Our commitment to providing children with the skills they need to develop and grow continues, and we now offer after-school code clubs for children aged 9-16. Technoclub is an opportunity for young people to gain computing experience during live interactive sessions outside of school. The club provides a free weekly session where pupils will learn new Computer Science skills whilst working towards an … Read More
Dewis i Herio: Cydraddoldeb Rhywiol mewn STEM | GiST ar Ddiwrnod Rhyngwladol y Menywod
Guest blog written by Laura Roberts from our University of South Wales hub. Laura heads up our GiST events, which aim to encourage 11-16 year old girls to consider STEM careers, and introduce them to roles that are available in the industry. The events welcome Women in STEM to chat about their jobs and answer any questions the girls have … Read More
Cyflwyniad i Dechnoleg Digidol: DPP i Athrawon Uwchradd
On Tuesday 20th April, we are hosting a CPD event for secondary school teachers to support with the new Digital Technology GCSE. This brief session will introduce teachers to the support Technocamps will be offering focused on the delivery of the new Digital Technology GCSE qualification. During this session we will outline details for blended learning CPD sessions running through … Read More