All About Python Coding for Beginners | Python Coding Summer Camp for Teenagers
Get started coding with Python in this exciting 4-day Python programming summer camp for high school students Part 1! Students will learn the foundations of Python while coding games and projects.
David Sofield
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What's included
4 live meetings
4 in-class hoursHomework
2-4 hours per week. There are practice challenges and review questions that every student is encouraged to complete. These usually take about 1 – 2 hours per week.Class Experience
US Grade 7 - 10
Beginner Level
Your student will learn how to code with Python, one of the world's most popular coding languages. There is no experience necessary for this class and it will be fun for everyone! Students will even build their own mad libs and rock, paper, scissors game, and animation using Python. This is a highly interactive class with students encouraged to interact with other students and the instructor regularly outside scheduled class times. Your student will be amazed at what they can do at the end of this camp and be ready to continue their coding journey. Day 1 Meet Python! How Can You Use Python? Data Types: Strings and Integers Mathematical Operations What is a Variable? Creating Variables from Variables Comment This # Optional: Review Questions and Coding Challenges (1 – 2 hours) Day 2 Data Type: Boolean Fun, Fun, Functions! Build Your Own Functions More Uses for Python How Do Computers Run Python? Coder Skills #2: Being a Good Coder is Being a Good Searcher! Optional: Review Questions and Coding Challenges (1 – 2 hours) Day 3 Day 2 Review Function Review Comparison Operators What are Conditional Statements? If/ Else Conditional Statements If/Elif/ Else Practice Optional: Review Questions and Coding Challenges (1 – 2 hours) Day 4 Python Lists List Methods Python Mad Libs Game Project Coder Skills #3: Life-Long Learning Optional: Review Questions and Coding Challenges (1 – 2 hours) Build Fun Projects with Python Over the last 3 days of class students will complete fun projects with Python. These projects include: Minutes in Day Mini Project Class Greeting Mini Project Mad Libs Rock, Paper, Scissors Spiral Animation These projects allow students to apply what they have learned with Python while building fun projects. Continue Learning More About Python Students can continue to learn more about Python in the level II Python camp offered through Outschool. Learn More: https://outschool.com/classes/all-about-python-the-camp-for-teenagers-HxffkHgA?usid=dysaNijt&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link Interactive Groups Build the Foundation of Code Skills Every student is encouraged to post questions, sample code, and their projects every step of the way. This gives students the chance to learn from each other and start practicing reading code. The instructor will also be providing feedback and guidance regularly throughout the course. The class is a supportive, positive, and fun environment for all students! There is no coding or computer science experience required for this class.
Learning Goals
Students will be introduced to Python and learn the foundations of the language. This allows them to confidently move onto more complex code and continue their coding journey. The Camp is also intended to encourage students to get excited about the possibilities of coding and computer science!
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Students will use Code with Mu, a free code editor designed specifically for beginners. Code with Mu requires any Windows, Apple Mac, or Linux computer. We will also utilize the official Python documentation (instructions) from Python.org as a reference throughout the class.
****Students will need to be very comfortable typing and know how to copy/paste on their device.*********
Pre-Requisites
Students will need to be very comfortable typing and know how to copy/paste on their device.
Supply List
Students will use Code with Mu, a free code editor designed specifically for beginners. Code with Mu requires any Windows, Apple Mac, or Linux computer. We will also utilize the official Python documentation (instructions) from Python.org as a reference throughout the class. Also, we utilize Pygame Zero for our final game project. ****Students will need to be very comfortable typing and know how to copy/paste on their device.*********
Joined April, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree from Mount St. Mary's University
Over 5,000 students from nearly 100 countries across a variety of platforms have started coding in one of my classes. I offer classes covering the foundations of Python, JavaScript, and AI. I am the author of the soon-to-be released book All About Python for Kids. Before teaching, I worked as a developer for nearly 10 years. I've worked for organizations including Apple, Dell, and Best Buy. I believe the best way to learn is by doing and all my classes are based around hands-on projects that progressively build in difficulty. I'm a graduate of Mount St. Mary's University in Emmitsburg, Maryland. I can't wait to meet your learner in the class and get started soon.Reviews
Live Group Class
$95
for 4 classes4x per week, 1 week
60 min
Completed by 265 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-17
6-16 learners per class
