All About Python: The Camp for Beginners Part 2
This exciting camp is for students who want to continue learning more about Python! Students will learn the foundations of Python while coding fun games and projects.
David Sofield
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What's included
4 live meetings
4 in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. includedClass Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
Beginner Level
Your student will learn how to code with Python, one of the world's most popular coding languages. This is a highly interactive class with students encouraged to interact with other students and the instructor regularly. Your student will be amazed at what they can do at the end of camp and be excited to continue their coding journey. Day 1 Review Level I Python Dictionaries Dictionary Methods Python Tuples Day 2 Pep8 Style Guide Python Sets Python Login Project Coder Skills #2: A Good Coder Is a Good Searcher. Day 3 Python Loops Loop Practice Questions Python Friend Generator Coder Skills #3: Life-long learning Day 4 PyGame Zero Coding Games with Python Space Collector Game Build Fun Games and Projects with Python Over the course students will complete 3 projects with Python. These projects include: Spiral Animation Project Login System Guess the Number Space Collector Game These projects allow students to apply what they have learned with Python while building fun projects! Interactive Groups Every student is strongly 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 daily throughout the course. The class is a supportive, positive, and fun environment for all students! Technology Requirements Students will use Code with Mu, a free code editor designed specifically for beginners. Code with Mu requires any Windows, Mac, or Linux computer. ***Students will need to be very comfortable typing and know how to copy/paste on their device.*********
Learning Goals
Students will be introduced to Python and learn about the basic syntax(structure) of the language. The goal of the class is for students to be interested in continuing to learn about coding and technology!
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. 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.***********
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. ****Students will need to be very comfortable typing and know how to copy/paste on their device.*********
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined April, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree from Mount St. Mary's University
I’ve been a professional developer for nearly a decade. In the past I've worked for Dell, Apple, Best Buy, and the Government of New Zealand. Over the last 4 years, I’ve been teaching and mentoring aspiring junior developers. Reviews
Live Group Class
$125
for 4 classes4x per week, 1 week
60 min
Completed by 176 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-16
6-15 learners per class
