Python programming constructs: sequencing, selection and iteration - face to face, by invitation only CA223 / F04
Summary
Take your first steps to becoming a competent teacher of Python programming; this CPD will develop your foundational knowledge around the Python language. Learn how to write code to input, process and output data, and how to manipulate data stored in variables. Using the building blocks of sequence, selection and iteration you’ll begin to understand how programs are constructed to perform a multitude of simple and more complex tasks.
You’ll gain confidence with lots of hands-on experience under the guidance of highly successful teachers of computer science.
Mapped closely to the specifications of GCSE computer science, the course will provide you with essential knowledge leading to expertise in teaching programming.
Prior knowledge:
You’ll benefit from having some experience of basic programming, perhaps using a block-based language, to access this GCSE-level subject knowledge enhancement.
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Recommended next steps:
This course forms part of the Computer Science Accelerator Programme. For the next step towards becoming a confident teacher of Python programming, we recommended the one-day course: Python programming – working with data at your local computing hub and Programming 101: An Introduction to Python for Educators online.
This course is delivered as part of the National Centre for Computing Education.
Who is it for?
This course is for current or prospective teachers of GCSE computer science with some understanding of computer science fundamentals.
What topics are covered?
- 01 | Inputs and outputs – explore how to utilise inputs and outputs in Python, including the use of variables and efficient use of simple data types.
- 02 | Selection – learn how to write branching programs using selection. Understand how to apply operators and use nested selection within a program.
- 03 | Count-controlled iteration – this session will help you create code that repeats using count-controlled loops. You’ll also trace program outputs using trace tables.
- 04 | Condition-controlled iteration – this session will explore condition-controlled iteration, using logic to dictate how programs run in the Python language.
How will you learn?
You’ll engage with active learning in groups including direct instruction, hands-on activities and challenge-based learning. Examination practice with guidance will be linked to the specific requirements of the main awarding bodies. The course will model teaching approaches that can be taken back to the classroom.
How long is this course?
This is a one-day course which consists of five hours of teaching time.
Who is the course leader?
Outcomes
You will:
- Become familiar with the Python programming language
- Develop some basic program constructs using variables, handling user input and output to the screen
- Use mathematical and logical operators to build functionality into programs
- Follow the flow of a program, identifying values held in variables at different stages of execution
- Create and control indefinite loop structures in programs
- Begin to evaluate programs and suggest improvements
Sessions
| Date | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Python programming constructs: sequencing, selection and iteration | 22 June 2022 | 09:30-15:30 | Ridgeway High School |
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Additional information
If the course you would like to attend is fully booked, please contact enquiries@stem.org.uk to express your interest in being added to a waiting list. We will contact you when the course is due to run again.
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Tameside One, Wellington Road, Ashton-under-Lyne OL6 6BL
Worshipful Company of Information Technologists,
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Sandringham School, The Ridgeway, St Albans AL4 9NX
Bingley Grammar School, Keighley Road, Bingley BD16 2RS
University of Hertfordshire2, De Havilland Campus, Mosquito Way, Hatfield AL10 9EU
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