This dynamic course is designed to provide an in-depth exploration into the world of algorithms.
Students will practice designing advanced algorithms and managing projects through the
creation of three mini-projects using Python Turtle. This course is ideal for those who have a basic understanding of Python Turtle but those with  no prior knowledge can also be guided through.

Throughout this course, students will gain hands-on experience with a variety of key
programming concepts, including branching paths, functions, debugging, and loops. They will learn how to save and manipulate data with variables, create branching paths with conditions, add an element of randomness to items drawn, and debug issues in algorithm logic.

By the end of this course, students will not only have three completed Python Turtle projects to showcase their skills, but they will also have a solid foundation in algorithm design that can be applied to any future coding projects.


Weekly Breakdown:

Week 1: Day 1: Drawing the Solar System with Python Turtle
Introduction to Python Turtle and advanced algorithms.
Use Python Turtle to draw a simplified representation of the solar system.
Understand the importance of algorithms in creating efficient code.


Week 1:Day 2: Introduction to, for. &  Loops
Practice using loops to automate repetitive tasks.
Apply  loop knowledge to improve the solar system drawing.

Week 2:Day 1: Introduction to the Random Library & 
Drawing the Night Sky
Introduction to Python random module.
Use the random module to introduce randomness into your projects.
Start a new project: Use Python Turtle and the random module to draw a night sky full of stars.

Week 2: Day 2: Continued Work on Drawing the Night Sky
Continued practice with the random module and Python Turtle.
Complete the night sky drawing project.
Review and debug the code.

Week 3: Day 1: Introduction to Functions 
Starting the Balloon Press
Introduction to functions in Python.
Learn how to create and use functions to avoid code repetition.
Begin a new project: Design the algorithm for a balloon press game.

Week 3: Day 2: Continuing the Balloon Press 
 Introduction to onkey
Continue the development of the balloon press game.
Introduction to the onkey function in Python Turtle for interactive user input.
Apply the onkey function to the balloon press game.

Week 4: Day 1: Introduction to the Turtle Game
Introduction to creating games with Python Turtle.
Begin the development of a turtle-themed game using the skills learned so far.
Learn about game design principles and how they apply to algorithm design.

Week 4: Day 2: Controlling the turtle
Using the on keypress to control the players turtle

Week 5: Day 1: Catching the turtle
Introduction to if statements

Week 5: Day 2: Finishing the Turtle Game
Complete the development of the turtle game.
Perform a thorough review and debugging of the game code.
Reflect on the skills learned throughout the course and how they can be applied to future
projects.

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