Advanced Python: Functions and Algorithms
Master intermediate Python concepts including functions, algorithms, searching, and sorting. Perfect for teachers looking to enhance programming skills.
Master intermediate Python concepts including functions, algorithms, searching, and sorting. Perfect for teachers looking to enhance programming skills.
This comprehensive course takes your Python programming skills to the next level. Over four weeks, you'll learn to break down complex problems into manageable parts using functions and algorithms. The curriculum covers essential topics like parameter passing, return values, and algorithm efficiency. You'll explore various searching and sorting techniques while working with list structures, preparing you for advanced programming concepts.
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What you'll learn
Design and implement functions with parameters and return values
Break down complex problems into manageable components
Implement and compare different search and sort algorithms
Analyze algorithm efficiency and performance
Work effectively with list structures and data manipulation
Interpret algorithms in pseudocode and flowcharts
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There are 4 modules in this course
This intermediate-level Python programming course focuses on advanced concepts including function design, algorithm implementation, and data manipulation. The curriculum covers breaking down complex problems, implementing search and sort algorithms, and understanding algorithm efficiency. Students learn to work with functions, parameters, and return values while exploring list structures and their applications. The course emphasizes practical programming skills and algorithmic thinking.
Functions with Parameters and Return Values
Module 1 · 1 Weeks to complete
Algorithm Design and Application
Module 2 · 1 Weeks to complete
Searching and Sorting Algorithms
Module 3 · 1 Weeks to complete
Algorithm Efficiency and List Structures
Module 4 · 1 Weeks to complete
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Instructors
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Bridging Technology and Education: A STEM Champion's Vision
Marc Scott, a distinguished Senior Learning Manager at the Raspberry Pi Foundation, brings 15 years of rich experience in Science, Computer Science, and Engineering to transform informal technology education. His expertise shines through his leadership in developing engaging content for club members, home learners, and technology enthusiasts, while his particular passion for physical computing has enabled him to create innovative learning experiences that blend computers, electronics, and crafts. Through his role and dedication to hands-on learning, Scott has become instrumental in making technology education more accessible and engaging, helping learners discover the creative possibilities that emerge when traditional craftsmanship meets modern computing.
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Computing Education Innovator: From STEM Classroom to Curriculum Leadership
James Robinson serves as the Senior Learning Manager at the Raspberry Pi Foundation where he focuses on curriculum development and computing pedagogy He holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from the University of Portsmouth completed between 2001-2004 His career began as a Computing Teacher at Soham Village College from 2011 to 2015 At the Raspberry Pi Foundation he has progressed through roles including Senior Learning Manager for pedagogy interim Director of Educator Support and Education Developer He specializes in supporting teachers to develop effective teaching approaches for computing and has been key in developing the National Centre for Computing Education's pedagogical framework Robinson combines technical expertise with creative interests including maker skills like knitting crochet programming and 3D design and has conducted innovative projects such as sending Lego minifigures to near space using Raspberry Pi computers His work emphasizes creating accessible computing education resources developing research-based teaching strategies and promoting computing literacy across educational levels Through his leadership he has made significant contributions to pedagogical guidelines online courses and educational resources that help teachers deliver effective computing education while maintaining academic rigor and fostering student creativity His decade of classroom experience teaching STEM subjects has informed his approach to developing quality curriculum materials and promoting effective computing education practices.
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