Code: CS21A

Type

Fundamental

Description

This course is the first part of Programming with Python curriculum.

Objectives

• Providing initial programming experience
• Understanding the fundamental programming concepts and be able to implement them in Python
• Boosting problem solving skills

For Grades

5 and above

Who should take this course?

• No programming background is necessary
• Recommended for students who finished Pre-algebra or a similar level math course

Content

The course content is designed in a special interactive way with respect to the guided inquiry based teaching model.

The course is composed of the following topics:

• Introduction to Python
• Variables
• Conditionals
• Loops
• Arrays
• Nested Conditions
• Nested Loops

These topics are taught utilizing 90+ programming exercises and 10+ easy former USACO Bronze problems.

In addition, there are 4 fun and challenging game projects that reinforces the programming and problem solving skills.

In the course, there are two exams; a midterm and a final exam.

Next Course

The next course is CS21B: Programming with Python - B.

It is recommended to complete at least 50% of the course (certificate of succesful completion) before taking the next one.