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Python 3
Explores deeper into Python such as recursion, 2D lists, reading and writing to text files, different sorting methods, and more.
16 Lessons
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- Course Outline
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Students are presented with more advanced Python concepts as they learn how to navigate 2D lists and execute recursive functions. They practice working with text files using Python read and write modes. Students will analyze different sorting methods for efficiency and speed as they practice building sorting algorithms. They continue to further their understanding of Python as they continue to practice building more advanced code using previously learned concepts.
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PY3.1 Reading Files
Learning Outcomes:
Students learn how to access text files using the Python language. They learn how to use reading mode.
Topics covered:
Reading Files
Standard alignment:
2-AP-14, 2-DA-07, 2-AP-11, 2-AP-13, 2-AP-17, 3A-AP-13, 3A-AP-17, 3A-AP-18, 3B-AP-11, 3B-AP-12, 3B-AP-14
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PY3.2 Reading Parts of a File
Learning Outcomes:
Students learn how to use Python to read specific parts of a text file.
Topics covered:
Reading Parts of a File
Standard alignment:
2-AP-14, 2-DA-07, 2-AP-11, 2-AP-13, 2-AP-17, 3A-AP-13, 3A-AP-17, 3A-AP-18, 3B-AP-11, 3B-AP-12, 3B-AP-14
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PY3.3 Append a Line to a Text File
Learning Outcomes:
Students learn how to use Python to append lines to a text file using the append mode.
Topics covered:
Append a Line to a Text File
Standard alignment:
2-AP-14, 2-DA-07, 2-AP-11, 2-AP-13, 2-AP-17, 3A-AP-13, 3A-AP-17, 3A-AP-18, 3B-AP-11, 3B-AP-12, 3B-AP-14
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PY3.4 File Write Mode
Learning Outcomes:
Students learn how to use Python to adjust a text file by useing the write mode.
Topics covered:
File Write Mode
Standard alignment:
2-AP-14, 2-DA-07, 2-AP-11, 2-AP-13, 2-AP-17, 3A-AP-13, 3A-AP-17, 3A-AP-18, 3B-AP-11, 3B-AP-12, 3B-AP-14
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PY3.5 Multi-dimensional Lists
Learning Outcomes:
Students learn more about Lists as they discover how to read, understand, and manipulate lists in multi-dimensions.
Topics covered:
Multi-dimensional Lists
Standard alignment:
2-AP-14, 2-DA-07, 2-AP-11, 2-AP-13, 2-AP-17, 3A-AP-13, 3A-AP-17, 3A-AP-18, 3B-AP-11, 3B-AP-12, 3B-AP-14
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PY3.6 Nested For Loops
Learning Outcomes:
Students practice creating loops within loops in their Python code. They learn how useful nesting loops can be.
Topics covered:
Nested For Loops
Standard alignment:
2-AP-14, 2-DA-07, 2-AP-11, 2-AP-13, 2-AP-17, 3A-AP-13, 3A-AP-17, 3A-AP-18, 3B-AP-11, 3B-AP-12, 3B-AP-14
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PY3.7 Iterating through 2D Lists
Learning Outcomes:
Students practice looping through lists using iteration and applying that skill to various scenarios.
Topics covered:
Iterating through 2D Lists
Standard alignment:
2-AP-14, 2-DA-07, 2-AP-11, 2-AP-13, 2-AP-17, 3A-AP-13, 3A-AP-17, 3A-AP-18, 3B-AP-11, 3B-AP-12, 3B-AP-14
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PY3.8 Object-Oriented Programming
Learning Outcomes:
Students are introduced to the idea of object oriented programming and practice building and using classes.
Topics covered:
Object-Oriented Programming
Python Classes
Standard alignment:
2-AP-14, 2-DA-07, 2-AP-11, 2-AP-13, 2-AP-17, 3A-AP-13, 3A-AP-17, 3A-AP-18, 3B-AP-11, 3B-AP-12, 3B-AP-14
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PY3.9 Creating an Instance
Learning Outcomes:
Students practice using objects as they create different instances of the object.
Topics covered:
Object-Oriented Programming
Instances
Standard alignment:
2-AP-14, 2-DA-07, 2-AP-11, 2-AP-13, 2-AP-17, 3A-AP-13, 3A-AP-17, 3A-AP-18, 3B-AP-11, 3B-AP-12, 3B-AP-14
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PY3.10 Stacks
Learning Outcomes:
Students learn about a way of organizing data called stacks and how to manipulate the data points inside.
Topics covered:
Stacks
Standard alignment:
2-AP-14, 2-DA-07, 2-AP-11, 2-AP-13, 2-AP-17, 3A-AP-13, 3A-AP-17, 3A-AP-18, 3B-AP-11, 3B-AP-12, 3B-AP-14
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PY3.11 Recursion
Learning Outcomes:
Students are introduced to the concept of recursion through a story example. They practice creating recursive functions in their Python code.
Topics covered:
Recursion
Standard alignment:
2-AP-14, 2-DA-07, 2-AP-11, 2-AP-13, 2-AP-17, 3A-AP-13, 3A-AP-17, 3A-AP-18, 3B-AP-11, 3B-AP-12, 3B-AP-14
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PY3.12 Recursion vs Iteration
Learning Outcomes:
Students examine the differences between recursion and iteration. They further practice building recursive functions and compare and contrast them with an iterative function.
Topics covered:
Recursion
Iteration
Standard alignment:
2-AP-14, 2-DA-07, 2-AP-11, 2-AP-13, 2-AP-17, 3A-AP-13, 3A-AP-17, 3A-AP-18, 3B-AP-11, 3B-AP-12, 3B-AP-14
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PY3.13 Bubble Sort
Learning Outcomes:
Students learn how the bubble sorting method works and practice building their own bubble sorting function.
Topics covered:
Bubble Sort
Standard alignment:
2-AP-14, 2-DA-07, 2-AP-11, 2-AP-13, 2-AP-17, 3A-AP-13, 3A-AP-17, 3A-AP-18, 3B-AP-11, 3B-AP-12, 3B-AP-14
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PY3.14 Selection Sort
Learning Outcomes:
Students learn how the selection sorting method works and practice building their own selection sorting function. They compare the sorting methods for efficiency and speed.
Topics covered:
Selection Sort
Standard alignment:
2-AP-14, 2-DA-07, 2-AP-11, 2-AP-13, 2-AP-17, 3A-AP-13, 3A-AP-17, 3A-AP-18, 3B-AP-11, 3B-AP-12, 3B-AP-14
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PY3.15 Insertion Sort
Learning Outcomes:
Students learn how the insertion sorting method works and practice building their own insertion sorting function. They compare the sorting methods for efficiency and speed.
Topics covered:
Insertion Sort
Standard alignment:
2-AP-14, 2-DA-07, 2-AP-11, 2-AP-13, 2-AP-17, 3A-AP-13, 3A-AP-17, 3A-AP-18, 3B-AP-11, 3B-AP-12, 3B-AP-14
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PY3.16 Merge Sort
Learning Outcomes:
Students learn how the merge sorting method works and practice building their own merge sorting function. They compare the sorting methods for efficiency and speed.
Topics covered:
Merge Sort
Standard alignment:
2-AP-14, 2-DA-07, 2-AP-11, 2-AP-13, 2-AP-17, 3A-AP-13, 3A-AP-17, 3A-AP-18, 3B-AP-11, 3B-AP-12, 3B-AP-14
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Python 3
In this course, students will complete challenges that help solidify concepts as they use skills in a variety of ways. In order to complete tasks, students will creatively apply what they've learned by using different approaches to reach a goal. This experience closely follows challenges they would face in a technical interview, allowing them to practice.
Projects in this course include: Give Credit, Subtracting in a 2D List, Bubble Sort, Recursion, and Vacation Planner
30 Student Activities
16 Teacher Resources
16 Checkpoints-
43 Quiz Questions 
Autograder
English and Spanish
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