Teaching Python - Episodes Tagged with “Elementaryeducation”

web02.fireside.fm Fri, 22 May 2026 07:16:26 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) Teaching Python - Episodes Tagged with “Elementaryeducation” https://www.teachingpython.fm/tags/elementaryeducation Sun, 12 Jan 2020 00:00:00 -0500 Welcome to "Teaching Python Podcast,” the go-to podcast for anyone interested in the intersection of education and coding. Hosted by Kelly Paredes and Sean Tibor, this podcast dives into the thrills and challenges of teaching computer science through the engaging and versatile Python programming language. About the Hosts: Kelly Paredes brings a wealth of global experience in curriculum design and currently inspires sixth and eighth graders at Pine Crest School in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Celebrating her seventh year of integrating Python into her teaching, Kelly has a knack for making complex concepts accessible and exciting. Sean Tibor, a Cloud, Infrastructure, and Networks leader at Pfizer, draws from a rich background that spans marketing, database design, and digital agency leadership. Having taught Python to seventh and eighth graders at Pine Crest School, Sean now extends his expertise by supporting interns and tutoring students in Python. Explore with Us: * Engaging Lessons: Discover how we make Python programming both fun and accessible for young learners, equipping them with the skills to tackle real-world problems. * Classroom Insights: Experience our journey through both triumphs and trials in the classroom, and learn what it takes to foster a vibrant learning environment. * Expert Interviews: Gain valuable perspectives from interviews with fellow educators and industry experts, who share their top strategies and success stories in coding education. en-us episodic We're two computer science educators learning and teaching Python Sean Tibor and Kelly Paredes Welcome to "Teaching Python Podcast,” the go-to podcast for anyone interested in the intersection of education and coding. Hosted by Kelly Paredes and Sean Tibor, this podcast dives into the thrills and challenges of teaching computer science through the engaging and versatile Python programming language. About the Hosts: Kelly Paredes brings a wealth of global experience in curriculum design and currently inspires sixth and eighth graders at Pine Crest School in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Celebrating her seventh year of integrating Python into her teaching, Kelly has a knack for making complex concepts accessible and exciting. Sean Tibor, a Cloud, Infrastructure, and Networks leader at Pfizer, draws from a rich background that spans marketing, database design, and digital agency leadership. Having taught Python to seventh and eighth graders at Pine Crest School, Sean now extends his expertise by supporting interns and tutoring students in Python. Explore with Us: * Engaging Lessons: Discover how we make Python programming both fun and accessible for young learners, equipping them with the skills to tackle real-world problems. * Classroom Insights: Experience our journey through both triumphs and trials in the classroom, and learn what it takes to foster a vibrant learning environment. * Expert Interviews: Gain valuable perspectives from interviews with fellow educators and industry experts, who share their top strategies and success stories in coding education. no Digital Literacy, Coding for Kids ,Tech Integration in Education, 21st Century Skills, Blended Learning, Remote Learning, Adaptive Learning Technologies, Student Engagement Strategies, Flipped Classroom, Inquiry-Based Learning,education, python, computer science, teaching, pedagogy, STEM education, programming languages, educational technology, curriculum development, instructional design, e-learning, teacher training, data science, machine learning, higher education, tech education, innovative teaching, lesson planning, edtech tools, professional development Sean Tibor and Kelly Paredes sean.tibor@gmail.com Episode 36: An Interview with Peter Chan, 4th Grade Teacher https://www.teachingpython.fm/36 e3e0496f-6a95-4fba-bf8b-f0d89113b836 Sun, 12 Jan 2020 00:00:00 -0500 Sean Tibor and Kelly Paredes 36 An Interview with Peter Chan, 4th Grade Teacher full Sean Tibor and Kelly Paredes Peter Chan is a 4th grade teacher in Quebec, Canada. In addition to using Python in his classroom, Peter also employs maker techniques, math exploration, and English language skills. 54:55 no <p>Peter Chan is a 4th grade teacher in Quebec, Canada. In addition to using Python in his classroom, Peter also employs maker techniques, math exploration, and English language skills. Kelly and Sean talk with him about how Python can be used as part of a decentralized teaching style where students are more self-directed and have more agency and control in their learning direction. Special Guest: Peter Chan.</p> python, education Peter Chan is a 4th grade teacher in Quebec, Canada. In addition to using Python in his classroom, Peter also employs maker techniques, math exploration, and English language skills. Kelly and Sean talk with him about how Python can be used as part of a decentralized teaching style where students are more self-directed and have more agency and control in their learning direction.

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Automate the Boring Stuff with Python, 2nd Edition: Practical Programming for Total Beginners: Al Sweigart: 9781593279929: Amazon.com: Books
Automate the Boring Stuff with Python, 2nd Edition: Practical Programming for Total Beginners: Al Sweigart: 9781593279929: Amazon.com: Books — The second edition of this best-selling Python book (100,000+ copies sold in print alone) uses Python 3 to teach even the technically uninclined how to write programs that do in minutes what would take hours to do by hand. There is no prior programming experience required and the book is loved by liberal arts majors and geeks alike.
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Homepage | Minecraft: Education Edition — WHAT IS MINECRAFT: EDUCATION EDITION? A game-based learning platform that promotes creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving in an immersive digital environment. Educators in more than 115 countries are using Minecraft: Education Edition across the curriculum!
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Special Guest: Peter Chan.

Sponsored By:

Real Python: Visit realpython.com/teachingpython to get your FREE video course.

Support Teaching Python

Links:

Humble Book Bundle: Python & Machine Learning by Packt (pay what you want and help charity) — HUMBLE BOOK BUNDLE: PYTHON & MACHINE LEARNING BY PACKT Whether you’re a Python developer new to machine learning or want to deepen your knowledge of the latest developments, our latest ebook bundles from Packt is perfect for you!
Automate the Boring Stuff with Python, 2nd Edition: Practical Programming for Total Beginners: Al Sweigart: 9781593279929: Amazon.com: Books
Automate the Boring Stuff with Python, 2nd Edition: Practical Programming for Total Beginners: Al Sweigart: 9781593279929: Amazon.com: Books — The second edition of this best-selling Python book (100,000+ copies sold in print alone) uses Python 3 to teach even the technically uninclined how to write programs that do in minutes what would take hours to do by hand. There is no prior programming experience required and the book is loved by liberal arts majors and geeks alike.
Amazon.com: BBC2546862 Micro:bit go: Computers & Accessories — This educational STEAM toys pack teaches kids aged 11+ about coding, tactile creativity and craft. Part of Tech Will Save Us's Coding-Tech range, this kit is a perfect accompaniment to the BBC Micro:craft, Micro:bot and Micro:mods kits. Suitable for 6th, 7th and 8th Grade learning Free access to Club Make for unlimited projects and learning experiences Perfect for learning at home, for educational after-school STEAM workshops, in classrooms or in schools
Homepage | Minecraft: Education Edition — WHAT IS MINECRAFT: EDUCATION EDITION? A game-based learning platform that promotes creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving in an immersive digital environment. Educators in more than 115 countries are using Minecraft: Education Edition across the curriculum!
Trinket: An Hour of Python
Hour of Code | Codesters — Through Codesters Hour of Code projects you will be introduced to a variety of programming concepts by creating fun games, art, and animations. In the process, you will learn Python, a real programming language used every day at companies like Facebook, Pinterest, and YouTube.

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