Introduction to Python (Feb 2018)
This webinar offers an introduction to python programming, and how to teach it to students in the classroom. It is aimed at the Year 7–8 band of the Australian Curriculum, focusing specifically on the Implementation thread and the requirements of the curriculum. However, this webinar is also relevant for primary teachers who want to see what comes after Scratch and block programming.
Additional details
| Year band(s) | Foundation, 1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8, 9-10 |
|---|---|
| Content type | Professional learning |
| Format | Video |
| Keywords | Webinar |
| Organisation | ESA |
| Copyright | Creative Commons Attribution 4.0, unless otherwise indicated. |
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