Introduction to Programming

In your option ICT/Computing lessons you will need to learn how to program.
This means that you need to be able to think logically and apply the knowledge you have in a variety of ways.

I will teach you the Python programming language and you need to apply what you know to solving problems and creating a program.
The answers might not always be obvious, which is why you have to think about what you are going to do before you do it (Planning....).

Example

If in class we learn about a "for loop" then you need to be able to decide when in your programming you might want to use a "for loop" and how you would adapt the code to make it work for the program.

This class will require you to have your brain plugged in, and to be able to solve problems and come up with your own conclusions based on what you already know.

The more you practice the better you will get at it!

 

We are learning Python 3, and you can download it for free at home. Just use the link in the "links" tab (Make sure you download version 3 though, otherwise your code will not work).

 

Helpsheets
Here are some help sheets which will support your learning.

• Python, A list of key words and their descriptions
• Python Turtle, A how to guide
• Snake Wrangling for Kids (PC)
• Snake Wrangling for Kids (MAC)
• Non-programmers guide to Python
• Code Academy (Although this website will not work on Internet Explorer!)