Python half term three day intensive Event
- Time:
- 09:00 - 16:00
- Date:
- 23 - 25 October 2017
- Venue:
- Mathematics and Science Learning Centre, Southampton Education School, Level Three, Graham Hills Building 29, University of Southampton, Highfield, Southampton, SO17 1BJ
For more information regarding this event, please telephone Mathematics and Science Learning Centre on 02380 598810 or email cassoutheast@computingatschool.org.uk .
Event details
This short course led by Tig Williams is suitable for beginners and will give the skills and resources to teach computing at KS3 and KS4.
Python for KS3
Monday 23rd October 2017- 9:00am – 16:00
The day will take Python beginners up to a level to deliver Python at KS3. By the end of the day you should be confident with PRINT, INPUT, IF (selection) and managing LISTS. The course will follow a structure and give resources that can be used to deliver directly as a half term (6 lesson) unit in KS3.
Python for KS4 GCSE
Tuesday 24th October 2017 - 9:00am – 16:00
This day will improve upon the previous day and add the use of LOOPS, ARRAYS, DICTIONARIES, data manipulation and working with SQL databases. Attendees will also start to look at applying the skills learnt to the solution of GCSE level problems.
Solution of GCSE tasks using Python
Wednesday 25th October 2017 - 9:00am – 16:00
The day will focus on the systems analysis of GCSE problems and the subsequent solution of the problems using Python. You will look at current controlled assessment tasks across a number of exam boards and by the end of the day all candidates should have both the skills to analyse and solve future problems and a worked example of a current relevant unit.
Course fee -Each day includes lunch, refreshments and course materials.
3 day cost: £150 per person
1 day cost: £60 per person
(booking priority given to 3 day delegates)
Speaker information
Mr Tig Williams,Leader of Southampton CAS Hub