Teaching Python

Let’s take a deeper look at how we teach students about one of Python’s most venerable data structures: the list. For many learners, the list is the first data structure that they encounter and it can be tricky to understand at first. Episode Outline: Start with clear goals for topic Why are we teaching this? Backwards by design process What do we want the kids to do? What should students know when we’re done? Are the objectives differentiated? Can students demonstrate more advanced understanding according to Bloom’s Taxonomy? Where do they go next? What do students need to know before we start? Introducing the List Mathes’ : cheat sheet https://t.co/KZdJkdPz7i?amp=1 (https://t.co/KZdJkdPz7i?amp=1) The problem of organizing too many bits of data Programmers use data structures to organize related data Vocabulary Data structure Ordered Mutable Sequence Examples and Demonstrations Real World Grocery List Brainstorming types of lists in the real world Python Grocery List Practical applications List sizes Small lists (choices, menus, limiting options) Medium Lists (class rosters, schedules, phone apps, etc) Large Lists (weather data, sensor measurements, etc) List limits (when not to use a list) Order doesn’t matter Searching by key (use dictionary) List shouldn’t change (use tuple) List indices are confusing at first Zero-indexed Negative index List methods Append & Insert Pop & Remove Sort & Sorted Tools for visualization and understanding Python Tutor Mu Debugger Synthesis Opportunities Using for loops with lists List slicing List of Lists Functions/methods Creativity & Fun Class Schedule Rock Paper Scissors

1 Syys 20201h 3min

Kelly and Sean discuss many of the upcoming changes for a school year heavily influenced by COVID, distance learning, hybrid/flexible classrooms, and prioritizing health and safety over content. Episode Contents: Wins of the Week Main Topic: The Upcoming School Year Integrating New Ideas Safely Teaching Physical Computing PyBites / CodeChalleng.es Flipped Classroom Using Reflection Choice Boards Routines and Rituals Teacher Self Care Setting Realistic Expectations Follow @TeachingPython (https://twitter.com/teachingpython) on Twitter. Send us a message at teachingpython.fm (https://teachingpython.fm)

28 Elo 202049min

Ever had one of those moments where you thought you did something but then found it unfinished months later? Here's an episode we recorded back in May about how to keep your distance learning fresh and new. We're calling it the Lost Episode. New episodes are coming every Tuesday starting on August 18! In this episode, Kelly and Sean talk about ways they keep their distance learning sessions fresh and engaging for students. From refresher exercises to virtual classroom management, we've got some ideas that can help you teach no matter where you or your students are sitting.

16 Elo 202054min

As teachers around the world move into online teaching and learning, we must consider ways to modify our way of teaching. Writing and communicating in an online learning environment, while making connections with your students, is a very important first step. This is the second episode in a two-part series. Video can help students connect with the concepts and provide an opportunity for teachers to engage and add opportunities to connect with their students. How will teachers adapt their teaching in order to communicate and engage learners? What materials will teachers develop to ignite motivation with students? How will connections and community be built via online courses? In this episode, Sean and Kelly talk with Christopher Bailey from Real Python. We will share tips and techniques for developing quality online videos for learners. Ten Tips for Developing Video Content online: 1. Make an outline 1. Use a table of contents 1. Use of slides and code editor 1. Short video lengths 1. Intro, teach, repeat 1. Recreating 1. Display the code -speeding it up 1. Try out a repl that works well (B python for code completion) 1. Remove the jargon make it audience specific 1. Find your pacing "The goal of online communications is the same as the goal in face-to-face communications: to bond; to share information; to be heard, and to be understood. Fostering a sense of community in online classes will make the learning experience more meaningful for online students and help them stay connected during the life of the course." From Humanizing Online Teaching and Learning (https://humanmooc.pressbooks.com/chapter/using-video-to-humanize-online-instruction/) Special Guest: Christopher Bailey.

27 Huhti 20201h

As teachers around the world move into online teaching and learning, we must consider ways to modify our way of teaching. Writing and communicating in an online learning environment, while making connections with your students, is a very important first step. This is the first episode in a two-part series. How will teachers adapt their online writing in order to communicate and engage learners? What materials will teachers develop to ignite motivation with students? How will connections and community be built via online courses? In this episode, Sean and Kelly talk with David Amos, a writer for Real Python about how he makes connections with his Real Python tutorials and we will share tips and techniques for developing quality online writing for learners. David Amos Real Python https://realpython.com/team/damos/ https://realpython.com/python-gui-tkinter/ https://realpython.com/python-rounding/ Special Guest: David Amos.

14 Huhti 20201h 5min

“Resilience in teachers is key for creating quality classrooms and schools. The opportunity for becoming resilient originates in how an educator makes sense of irritants, interruptions, and unexpected events, because interpretation dictates actions. By cultivating resilience, teachers can fulfill the intentions that brought them into the teaching profession.” Elena Aguilar In this episode, Kelly and Sean invite Elena Aguilar to our show for a little twist of conversations. Elena Aguilar “Elena has trained thousands of educators across the United States and abroad in transformational coaching. She is the author of four highly acclaimed books: The Art of Coaching, (2013) and The Art of Coaching Teams, (2016) Onward: Cultivating Emotional Resilience in Educators (2018) and the Onward Workbook (2018 and her newest book is being released in August, Coaching for Equity.). She is a regular contributor to Edutopia and ASCD’s Educational Leadership, and she was a blogger for EdWeek Teacher for many years. “ Kelly first met Elena at a workshop she attended in 2016. Special Guest: Elena Aguilar.

6 Huhti 202059min

Python for Parents or so you want your child to code? Sometimes it just takes a few creative ideas and a short amount of time to make some fun little projects. Sean and Kelly, with the help of Anthony Shaw and his lovely daughters, ‘ Zebra’ and ‘Jaguar’ have a little fun with this topic! The Shaws’ help us to dive into the topic of #pythonicparenting. Together we discuss things that a parent can do to help your child have the same passion for coding as you do. Or at least some interest! Whether you are an experienced coder or just a beginner, you can still find some projects that you can build with your kids at home. We encourage you to have a little fun, enjoy a lot of giggles and make loads of memories with your kids, while learning Python,. Special Guest: Anthony Shaw.

1 Huhti 202041min

With our campus closed due to COVID-19 and distance learning in full swing, Kelly and Sean discuss the brighter side of all these sudden changes to education. The sudden shift to distance learning for much of the world has introduced more than a few challenges, but many opportunities arise as well. Kelly and Sean talk about the importance of using online tools to capture attention, to shift learning from synchronous to asynchronous delivery, and even how to ask questions of your students that engage their learning. We'll be recording from home, so you may hear quite a bit of background noise as we record amongst our busy families. Thanks for your patience and understanding!

28 Maalis 202037min