Python Programming

This is a six-session online class, learners will be guided on how to code using Python. We will start with some programming terminology and dive into Python coding programs. Learners will learn how to identify program errors and debug them along the way, which is very important. The course will start from the very beginning on getting familiar with Python and moving on from simple coding to more complex coding.  This online course will mimic my 6-session live Python course yet give learners the advantage of learning the content on their own time and working at their own pace.  The instructor will be available to answer any coursework questions.

After each session, there will be a short Python programming activity or exercise that learners will complete enhancing the learning process. 

COURSE OUTLINE:

Session 1:
Introduction to Python 
Using a Python Interpreter
Output with Print Function
Comments
Variables


Session 2:
Input from Keyboard
Typecasting
Calculations
Data Output with formatting
Constants

Session 3:
If Statement
If-Else Statement
If-Elif-Else Statement
Logical Operators
Relational Operators
match...case
 

Session 4: 
Repetition Structures
While Loop
For Loop

 
Session 5:
Introduction to Functions
Void Function
Local Variables
Passing Arguments to Functions
Global Variables and Constants
Value-Returning Functions
math functions
random function

 
Session 6:
Programming a Simple Game

This is a FLEX class. There will be NO LIVE meetings. The benefits are (1) students can participate and do the coursework any time during the length of the course, (2) students with different time zones and even different countries can share and learn together, and (3) students can review course materials over and over again during the length of the course.

Students will learn Python programming via videos and be assigned to code a Python program at the end of each session. Each week’s content will be uploaded on Monday by noon ET.  All interactions will occur in the Outschool classroom.

SUMMARY:  This is a FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE CLASS with NO LIVE MEETINGS. However, there will be videos and homework assignments personally reviewed and graded by the instructor.