Python camp for secondary computing to GCSE level CY212 / A15
Start date
18 Jul 16
Duration
3 Days
Location
National STEM Learning Centre, University of York, York YO10 5DD How to find us
Summary
Python is the most popular text based programming language used in secondary schools, and is accepted by all exam boards for assessed tasks. This intensive camp will provide you with the knowledge and confidence to teach Python. Experienced teachers will help you tackle GCSE programming tasks, enabling you to maximise the attainment of your own students.
This is a residential course, fees include meals and accommodation for the duration of the course.
Course fees vary for participants outside the UK. Please contact enquiries@stem.org.uk for more information.
Outcomes
You will:
- become confident in a Python development environment.
- learn Python fundamentals including data types and structures, and their associated functions and libraries.
- handle user input (including verification and validation) and formatted output.
- develop testing and debugging skills.
- apply these confidently to GCSE-style tasks.
Sessions
| Date | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Python camp for secondary computing to GCSE level - day 1 | 18 July 2016 | 09:30-19:00 | National STEM Learning Centre |
| Python camp for secondary computing to GCSE level - day 2 | 19 July 2016 | 09:00-19:00 | National STEM Learning Centre |
| Python camp for secondary computing to GCSE level - day 3 | 20 July 2016 | 09:00-16:00 | National STEM Learning Centre |
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Additional information
Would you like this course delivered at your school? Contact enquiries@stem.org.uk to find out more.
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