Teaching Python

Episode 150: LLMs with Simon WIllison

August 28th, 2025  |  1 hr 36 mins

ai, coding, curriculum, django, education, llm, programming, prompt injection, python, security, simon willison, teaching

Kelly and Sean chat with Simon Willison about the promises and perils of using large language models in Python education. They explore how LLMs can accelerate learning while discussing security concerns like prompt injection, the importance of building foundational skills before introducing AI tools, and strategies for maintaining student engagement in an AI-powered world.

Episode 149: Guiding Education with Sheena O'Connell

July 15th, 2025  |  47 mins 42 secs

africa, education, python

Join Sean and Kelly as they chat with Sheena O'Connell about her incredible work in education, from teaching coding bootcamps in South Africa to running teamwork courses for professionals. They dive deep into soft skills training, psychological safety in teams, and how cultural concepts like Ubuntu influence collaborative learning and development.

Episode 147: The Power of Teaching APIs

March 24th, 2025  |  40 mins 5 secs

apis, education, python, teaching

Sean Tibor and Kelly Schuster-Paredes take a deep dive into teaching APIs, sharing practical lessons, amusing anecdotes, and insights into integrating APIs into a comprehensive coding curriculum.

Episode 139: Code Your Dreams with Brianne Caplan

November 24th, 2024  |  44 mins 41 secs

community, education, python

In Episode 139 of Teaching Python, Sean Tibor and Kelly Schuster-Paredes catch up with Brianne Caplan, founder of Code Your Dreams. They discuss the evolution of coding education, embracing failure, and innovative projects from kindergarten through adult learners, including mindfulness apps and community-driven police transparency solutions. Join them for an inspiring conversation about leveraging technology to impact communities positively.

Episode 136: Learning Python with Dr. Chuck

August 11th, 2024  |  54 mins 59 secs

computer science, dr. chuck, education, high school curriculum, online learning, practical applications, programming, python, remote internships, teaching tips

Kelly and Sean chat with Dr. Chuck Severance, author of the most popular online Python course in the world, about making programming accessible to everyone, the importance of practical applications in learning, and the potential of remote internships in programming education.

Episode 128: From Blocks to Code with PickCode

March 24th, 2024  |  41 mins 46 secs

block coding, education, text coding

In this episode of Teaching Python, hosts Sean Tibor and Kelly Schuster-Paredes explore the transition from block to text coding with guest Charlie Meyer, co-founder and CEO of Pick Code. The discussion delves into the importance of making coding engaging and accessible for learners, alongside sharing personal coding stories and insights into teaching methodologies and tools designed to foster confidence and fun in coding education.

Episode 121: The Board of Knowledge

November 24th, 2023  |  16 mins 44 secs

classroom tools, coding, coding concepts, cognitive load, computer science, dual coding, education, learning strategies, python, scaffolding, teaching techniques

Episode 120: Quick Bites: Failing

November 8th, 2023  |  18 mins 12 secs

education, learning, programming, python, quick bite, teaching

In this quick bite episode, Sean & Kelly talk about the critical role of failing in learning. Not just that it happens but that it's essential for real learning to take place.

Episode 118: Quick Bites: Testing Student Code

October 21st, 2023  |  15 mins 19 secs

coding, computer science, education, programming, python, testing

Today, we'll talk about how to test students' code using automated tools. For example, the unit testing built into Replit's Teams for Education allows students to see if their code is correct, while teachers can quickly assess dozens of submissions. We'll also talk about potential pitfalls that can disrupt or distract from learning.

Episode 116: NLP with Ines Montani

September 9th, 2023  |  1 hr 2 mins

ai(artificial intelligence), classroom projects, computer science, data annotation, data science, education, educational technology, language analysis, language processing

In episode 116 of the Teaching Python podcast, Kelly Paredes & Sean Tibor discuss Natural Language Processing with expert Ines Montani. They explore Python's role in NLP, language complexities, label design, and classroom applications, including a Raspberry Pi-powered "magic mirror" project.