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Making Games & Animations with Python Code- Level 3 & 4 (Flexible Schedule)

In this 10 week course, coders will use Python programming in fun and engaging projects while learning coding concepts. The projects will focus on: data types, variables, conditionals, loops, lists, algorithms & debugging.
Coding Doctors STEM Learning Lab
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0 pre-recorded lessons
10 weeks
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Class Experience

US Grade 5 - 8
Intermediate Level
😃 Save $15 on this class! Use coupon code: DOCTORS202315
👀 Class pre-requisite: Learners must complete levels 1 and 2 before enrolling in this class!~
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🌟What will be taught?
Students will learn to code games and animations using the Python coding language. Coding concepts covered in each lesson include variables, data types, lists, and functions. Students will learn to decompose problems and subproblems into parts to facilitate the design, implementation, and review of programs.

📆 Course Schedule
Week #1 - Spirograph
Week #2 - Robot Factory
Week #3- Wizard Whiz
Week #4 - Functions
Week #5- Conditionals/part 1
Week #6 - Conditionals/part 2
Week #7 - Random module
Week #8- Pet Shop 
Week #9- Lists
Week #10- Course Review

📖 How is the class structured?
Students will watch a video lesson and will complete the corresponding, interactive Codesters lesson and project.
The teacher will be available for questions and help any day of the week. All messages will be answered within 24 hours via the Outschool virtual classroom. 

🦉 How do I teach?
During each week's video lesson, I will provide the instruction needed to complete one lesson and a project. The project, which uses the skills learned in the lesson, will be graded and feedback will be provided to the student. 

How much will learners get to interact with you and each other?
All learners will interact by viewing each other's projects on the Codesters platform and providing feedback within the Outschool comment feature under each week's thread.
Learning Goals
At the end of this level, which includes 10 classes, students will be able to:
-Use if statements on Python
-Create a rock, paper, scissors AI game.
-Use code to collect user input.
Students will also be ready for my level 5 series to continue their pathway to becoming certified in Python.
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Students will need two devices. One will be used for coding while the other device will be used to view the lesson on Outschool.
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Florida Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Lauren Smith
Master's Degree in Education from Western Governor's University
Lauren Smith
Master's Degree in Computer Science from Florida International University
David Rice
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Broward College
Lauren Smith
Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from Universidad Católica Andrés Bello
Alejandrina Von der Heyde
Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science from Louisiana State University
Erin Ashby
New Families 💵 Save $10 on your first class! Use coupon code: DOCTO101010
Expires December 31st, 2024

☀️⛱️ Whether your child is a beginner, intermediate, or advanced coder, We have summer camps for them. We also have writing and reading workshops for K-6th grade! See you this summer!

Welcome to the Coding Doctors Learning Lab! Founded by Lauren Smith, M. Ed., a member of the Computer Science Teachers Association. 

We are a fully online learning academy dedicated to the success of children of all ages, and all abilities, all around the world. We teach coding, reading, science, and more! With an incredible team that includes dedicated certified teachers and computer science experts, your learner could not be in better hands. We cannot wait to meet your student to help them embark in a new and exciting learning adventure!

--------------------About Lauren Smith-------------------------
Lauren Smith is a certified teacher in exceptional student education with a Masters in Instructional Design and specializations in reading, and English for speakers of other languages, as well as students with autism in grades K-12. She is also certified in education from birth through four years old and is a certified teacher of the gifted for grades K-12.  

Having had the privilege of working with students across various age groups and cultural backgrounds, Lauren has taught coding, reading, and mathematics to elementary, middle, and high school children from around the world. Her enthusiasm for both general and special education settings is palpable, and she currently teaches 5th grade at a public school in Hollywood, FL in the United States of America.

Beyond the classroom, Lauren is a mother of three, ages nine, twelve, and sixteen. Her personal experience as a parent, especially to a child with special needs, fuels her passion for inclusive education. Lauren's teaching philosophy centers around the belief in a growth mindset, asserting that, with the right tools, children can master any concept and achieve expertise from a young age.

In her coding classes, Lauren seamlessly integrates math and coding concepts, empowering students to create their own video games and animations through computer code while organically learning mathematical principles. Her joy lies in witnessing her students' faces light up as they discover the possibilities of their newfound knowledge.

As an avid reader herself, Lauren endeavors to instill a love for reading in her students and her own children. Her favorite children's books, ranging from "Wonder" by R. J. Palacio to the "Percy Jackson Series" by Rick Riordan, reflect her diverse literary tastes. Parents often seek her recommendations for captivating reads for children of all ages.

As a bilingual teacher fluent in Spanish, her native language, Lauren enjoys connecting with people from different corners of the globe and delights in practicing basic greetings in various languages. With a dream to travel the world with her family, Lauren Smith continues to inspire, nurture, and celebrate the joy of learning in every student she encounters.

----------------------About David Rice-----------------------
Meet David Rice, a dynamic young coding teacher based in the sunny state of Florida in the United States of America. David holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and  is currently pursuing his Master's degree. Passionate about sharing his knowledge, he has dedicated his career to educating the next generation of tech enthusiasts.

With a flair for simplifying complex concepts, David has found his niche teaching coding to middle and high school students. His innovative and engaging teaching methods not only make coding accessible but also foster creativity and critical thinking in his students. Beyond the classroom, David serves as a teacher assistant  where he continues to inspire and support aspiring computer scientists. In the heart of the tech revolution, David is shaping the minds of tomorrow's innovators with enthusiasm and expertise.

----------------------About Mr. Davy Smith-----------------------
Davy Smith is a dad of three, one boy and two girls who all love to code. He lives in sunny ☀️ Miami, FL with his family. Davy holds a degree in Networks Systems Technologies. He codes on Scratch, HTML, and Python. He has also worked in the broadcasting industry in post production for over 20 years. Mr. Smith is excited to be a part of this amazing team of teachers whose goal is to create a learning environment where kids feel comfortable with making mistakes as they learn. Mr. Smith’s goal is to teach children coding in a fun and laid back environment. 

-----------------About Señor Rodriguez------------------
Alberto Rodriguez, our teen Spanish teacher, is a native of Venezuela. He has been living in the United States for over 30 years and worked in the public school system for over 15 years. He aims to teach teens words and phrases in Spanish that they can use in their every day lives. He also knows the importance of learning grammar rules when learning a new language, so he teaches the correct way to write and read Spanish in his classes. Sr. Rodriguez is retired and now lives with his wife in the beautiful and sunny State of Florida.


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