Introduction to Python
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Duration
6th-8th Grade
School Level
$149
Starting Rate
Curriculum
Level I
In this class, students will learn how to use a text-based programming language, Python. Students will learn concepts and terminology that are common in Computer Science. They will create fun games and simple programs to solve problems.
This class teaches critical, foundational programming in Python including functions, variables, data types, loops, and operators. These skills easily transfer to other programming languages and coding classes.
Level II
Level 2 Python Coding course will teach students how to create graphical applications and games using powerful Python modules, Turtle and Pygame.
Students will apply programming concepts they have already learned, and learn new coding skills to create fun games and applications, like digital visual arts, cube.oi game, and a paint application.
Live sessions with an experienced teacher while you code!
1x week at $149/month
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5x week at $399/month
Syllabus
Level I
1
Text-Based Coding
Lesson 1: Intro to Python
Concept: Intro to Python programming
Lesson 2: Comments and Inputs
Concept: Comments in Python and getting user inputs
Lesson 3: Variables
Concept: What are "variables" in programming?
Lesson 4: Data Types
Concept: Data types in computer science
Lesson 5: Arithmetic Operators
Concept: How to use arithmetic operators in Python
2
Loops and Conditionals
Lesson 1: While Loop
Concept: Intro to loops and "while loop"
Lesson 2: For Loop
Concept: What is a "for loop" and when do you use it?
Lesson 3: Conditionals- IF Statements
Concept: Intro to conditionals in programming
3
Functions
Lesson 1: Void Functions
Concept: Intro to functions in programming
Lesson 2: Return Functions
Concept: Return functions explained
4
Basic Data Structures
Lesson 1: String Manipulation
Concept: Intro to string data types and how to manipulate strings
Lesson 2: Lists in Python
Concept: Comments in Python and getting user inputs
Lesson 3: Dictionary Data Type
Concept: What is a "dictionary" data type
Lesson 4: Capstone Project
Concept: Project design process
Level II
1
Creating Visual Art with Python
Lesson 1: Intro to Turtle Module
Concept: Python modules and turtle module
Lesson 2: Angles with the Turtle
Concept: Rotating and turning with Turtle
Lesson 3: Looping with the Turtle
Concept: Using loops to create patterns
Lesson 4: Making Decisions
Concept: Using conditionals with Turtle
Lesson 5: Creative Arts
Concept: Coding beautiful digital visual arts
2
Interactive Games with PyGame
Lesson 1: Intro to PyGame
Concept: Intro to PyGame module
Lesson 2: Boundaries Check
Concept: Conditionals to check boundaries
Lesson 3: Classes and Method
Concept: Programming Classes and Methods
Lesson 4: Events
Concept: Using events in PyGame
Lesson 5: Displaying Text
Concept: Adding text to a PyGame screen
