Python 101
An introduction to learning to code in Python for intermediate or advanced coders in upper middle or high school with a focus on game design.
- GRADES 7+
- ADVANCED
- WEB
Answer Key
Module 2: Snake: Setting Up the Game
Module 3: Create the Game
Module 4: Completing the Snake Game
U.S. Standards
- CCSS-ELA: SL.7.1, SL.8.1, RI.9-10.3, RI.9-10.6, L.9-10.3, L.9-10.6
- CCSS-Math: HSN.Q.A.1, HSN.Q.A.2, HSN.Q.A.3, HSA.CED.1, HSA.CED.2, HSA.CED.3, MP.1, MP.2, MP.3
- CSTA: 2-AP-11, 2-AP-12, 2-AP-13, 2-AP-16, 2-AP-17, 2-AP-19, 3A-AP-17, 3B-AP-11, 3B-AP-12, 3B-AP-22
- CS CA: 6-8.AP.11, 6-8.AP.12, 6-8.AP.13, 6-8.AP.15, 6-8.AP.16, 6-8.AP.17, 9-12.AP.12, 9-12.AP.14, 9-12.AP.16
- ISTE: 1.c, 1.d, 4.d, 5.c, 5.d, 6.b
U.K. Standards
Key stage 3
Pupils should be taught to:- design, use and evaluate computational abstractions that model the state and behaviour of real-world problems and physical systems
- understand several key algorithms that reflect computational thinking [for example, ones for sorting and searching]; use logical reasoning to compare the utility of alternative algorithms for the same problem
- undertake creative projects that involve selecting, using, and combining multiple applications, preferably across a range of devices, to achieve challenging goals, including collecting and analysing data and meeting the needs of known users
- create, reuse, revise and repurpose digital artefacts for a given audience, with attention to trustworthiness, design and usability
- understand a range of ways to use technology safely, respectfully, responsibly and securely, including protecting their online identity and privacy; recognise inappropriate content, contact and conduct, and know how to report concerns
Key stage 4
All pupils must have the opportunity to study aspects of information technology and computer science at sufficient depth to allow them to progress to higher levels of study or to a professional career. Pupils should be taught to:- develop their capability, creativity and knowledge in computer science, digital media and information technology
- develop and apply their analytic, problem-solving, design, and computational thinking skills
- understand how changes in technology affect safety, including new ways to protect their online privacy and identity, and how to report a range of concerns
Lesson
10 : Snake
Python 101
Time: 30+ minutes
Introduction
Commands Introduced
Vocabulary
Objectives
Materials
Warm-Up
(5 minutes)
Activities
(25 minutes)
Facilitate as students complete all Snake modules on their own:
1. Make A Game: Snake (Activity)
2. Snake: Setting Up the Game (Activity)
3. Create the Game (Activity)
4. Completing the Snake Game (DIY)
Discussion Questions/Follow-Up Activities
(10 minutes)
Time: 30+ minutes
Introduction
Commands Introduced
Vocabulary
Objectives
Materials
Warm-Up (5 minutes)
Activities (25 minutes)
Facilitate as students complete all Snake modules on their own:
1. Make A Game: Snake (Activity)2. Snake: Setting Up the Game (Activity)
3. Create the Game (Activity)
4. Completing the Snake Game (DIY)