Week 1
Lesson 1
Foundations of Python Programming
This week will cover the basics of Python programming. Students will review variables, conditional statements, and functions. They'll apply these concepts in a Fizz Buzz mini-project and explore nested conditional statements. The week will conclude with an introduction to scope, the global keyword, and the pass statement, providing a solid foundation for the rest of the course.
 Week 2
Lesson 2
Planning and Project Development
Students will learn the importance of planning in coding projects. They'll be introduced to flowcharts and brainstorming techniques for breaking down problems. The majority of the class will be spent on the Outschool Pizza Shop project, where students will apply their knowledge to develop a multi-day project, reinforcing previous concepts in a practical, engaging context.
 Week 3
Lesson 3
Advanced Python Concepts
This class focuses on more advanced Python concepts. Students will explore Python methods, including string and math methods. They'll learn about ternary operators for concise conditional statements and study Python's keywords and reserved words. These concepts will enhance their ability to write more efficient and readable code.
 Week 4
Lesson 4
File Operations and Loops
Students will dive into file operations, learning to read from, write to, and append to files. They'll create their own files and manipulate data within them. The class will also include a comprehensive review of loops, with a focus on while loops, providing students with tools to handle repetitive tasks and data processing efficiently.
 Week 5
Lesson 5
Data Structures and Advanced Function Concepts
This class introduces students to tuples as a data structure and explores various ways of working with data in Python. Students will learn about function default parameters, return statements, and the concept of variable arguments (*args). These advanced concepts will allow students to write more flexible and powerful functions.
 Week 6
Lesson 6
Graphical User Interfaces with Python
Students will be introduced to GUI development using the Tkinter library. They'll learn to create windows, buttons, and other GUI elements. The main project for the class will be developing an Outschool Interactive Calendar Application, allowing students to apply their GUI knowledge in a practical, engaging context.
 Week 7
Lesson 7
Introduction to Data Science with Python
This class provides an introduction to data science concepts. Students will learn about graphing applications in Python, focusing on the Numpy and Matplotlib libraries. They'll work on a Python Graph Application project, applying their knowledge to analyze and visualize real-world data.
 Week 8
Lesson 8
Game Development with PyGame Zero
Students will explore game development using PyGame Zero. They'll learn about game loops, sprites, and event handling. The class will also cover the importance of documentation in coding. Students will apply these concepts in a Space Explorer Game project, creating a simple but engaging game.
 Week 9
Lesson 9
Web Development with Python Flask
This class introduces web development using the Flask framework. Students will learn the basics of creating web applications, including setting up a server, handling routes, and working with HTML templates. They'll begin work on a Todo List Application, learning about form handling and basic database operations.
 Week 10
Lesson 10
Project Completion and Student Presentations
In the final class, students will complete their Todo List Application, adding final features and basic styling. The latter part of the class will be dedicated to student presentations, where each student will showcase their final project, demonstrating what they've learned throughout the course and receiving feedback from their peers and instructor.