Python Programming Twilights for teachers of computing

This popular, free and easily readable programming language is not only suitable for beginners but is also used in higher education and industry. The proposed series of twilight sessions will use the Raspberry Pi to explore the versatility of this language, build programming skills, become more familiar with the Linux/Unix OS and develop ideas, games and applications which could be used in teaching Computer Science. Although the programming techniques will apply to any platform, using a wireless network of Raspberry Pi computers at the MSLC will enable us to benefit from the excitement and huge collaborative efforts generating useful modules and demonstrate how a network of Raspberry Pi computers could be used in an educational setting. After a presentation on the techniques underpinning each topic much of the time will be committed to "hands-on" programming leading to small projects to be completed individually