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About the Course

Learning Objectives and Prerequisites

The Python course, designed for middle and high school kids, aims to foster a foundational understanding of programming concepts through interactive and engaging lessons. The course prioritizes hands-on learning, encouraging participants to write and execute code, reinforcing problem-solving skills.

Throughout the curriculum, emphasis is placed on building logical thinking and computational skills. The learning objectives include grasping key programming concepts such as variables, loops, and conditionals. Students will apply these concepts to create simple programs, cultivating a sense of creativity and accomplishment.

The course progressively introduces more complex topics like functions and data structures in an accessible manner. Practical examples and projects are integrated to ensure practical application of learned concepts. By the end of the course, students are expected to have a solid foundation in Python programming,
empowering them to pursue further studies in coding and problem-solving.

Course Prerequisites

  • Access to a computer/laptop.
  • Internet connection.
  • A willingness to learn and engage with programming concepts.
  • No prior programming experience required, but familiarity with basic computer usage can be beneficial.
  • Ability to follow instructions and stay engaged in virtual learning environments.

Curriculum

Python coding environment setup, understanding the basics of Python syntax, printing and commenting, simple calculations and expressions.

Exploring different data types, variables declaration, basic operations with variables.

Reading, displaying, and formatting user input.

Introduction to if, elif, and else statements. Writing simple conditional programs. Logical operators.

Using for and while loops, break and continue statements.

Understanding lists and dictionaries, manipulating data using these data structures, common list and dictionary methods.

Understanding and manipulating strings, common string methods.

Defining functions and parameters, calling functions and return statements, understanding the concept of scope.

Exploring basic Python libraries suitable for beginners, use of external modules.

Understanding the turtle module, basic turtle commands, drawing basic shapes and patterns.

Collaborative or individual project to reinforce concepts learned.