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    <description>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.
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    <itunes:subtitle>We're two computer science educators learning and teaching Python</itunes:subtitle>
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    <itunes:summary>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.
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  <title>Episode 130: Coding is Dead?</title>
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  <itunes:title>Coding is Dead?</itunes:title>
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  <itunes:subtitle>Join Kelly, Sean, and a panel of special guests for a compelling conversation on the significance of communication skills and domain-specific creativity in coding for AI. Discover how leveraging GPT models can enhance development efficiency and drive aspiring developers toward specialized fields like biology and finance. Is coding essential in a generative AI-driven world?</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>1:05:32</itunes:duration>
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  <description>&lt;p&gt;In this episode, we grapple with the provocative question: Is coding still relevant in a rapidly evolving world dominated by generative AI? Our engaging panel discussion features insights from Sean Tibor and Kelly Schuster-Paredes, hosts and creators of the renowned Teaching Python podcast, along with a lineup of distinguished guests. Each voice adds a unique perspective on how AI is reshaping the landscape of coding and education.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Joining the discussion, we have Michael Kennedy from the Talk Python To Me podcast, known for his expertise in Python and its applications across various domains. Next, Blake Rayfield, a professor at Northern Arizona University, shares his perspective on the role of AI in higher education and research. The episode is rounded out with Brian Okken, host of the Python Test podcast, who provides a critical look at how AI is influencing software testing and development practices. &lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Together, this panel navigates the complex terrain of AI's role in coding and education, sparking insightful debates and offering viewpoints that reflect the diverse spectrum of thought in the tech community. Special Guests: Blake Rayfield, Brian Okken, and Michael Kennedy.&lt;/p&gt;
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<p>Joining the discussion, we have Michael Kennedy from the Talk Python To Me podcast, known for his expertise in Python and its applications across various domains. Next, Blake Rayfield, a professor at Northern Arizona University, shares his perspective on the role of AI in higher education and research. The episode is rounded out with Brian Okken, host of the Python Test podcast, who provides a critical look at how AI is influencing software testing and development practices. </p>

<p>Together, this panel navigates the complex terrain of AI&#39;s role in coding and education, sparking insightful debates and offering viewpoints that reflect the diverse spectrum of thought in the tech community.</p><p>Special Guests: Blake Rayfield, Brian Okken, and Michael Kennedy.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/teachingpython">Support Teaching Python</a></p>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>In this episode, we grapple with the provocative question: Is coding still relevant in a rapidly evolving world dominated by generative AI? Our engaging panel discussion features insights from Sean Tibor and Kelly Schuster-Paredes, hosts and creators of the renowned Teaching Python podcast, along with a lineup of distinguished guests. Each voice adds a unique perspective on how AI is reshaping the landscape of coding and education.</p>

<p>Joining the discussion, we have Michael Kennedy from the Talk Python To Me podcast, known for his expertise in Python and its applications across various domains. Next, Blake Rayfield, a professor at Northern Arizona University, shares his perspective on the role of AI in higher education and research. The episode is rounded out with Brian Okken, host of the Python Test podcast, who provides a critical look at how AI is influencing software testing and development practices. </p>

<p>Together, this panel navigates the complex terrain of AI&#39;s role in coding and education, sparking insightful debates and offering viewpoints that reflect the diverse spectrum of thought in the tech community.</p><p>Special Guests: Blake Rayfield, Brian Okken, and Michael Kennedy.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/teachingpython">Support Teaching Python</a></p>]]>
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  <title>Episode 92: Let's Talk Teaching</title>
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  <pubDate>Wed, 13 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Sean Tibor and Kelly Paredes</author>
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  <itunes:episode>92</itunes:episode>
  <itunes:title>Let's Talk Teaching</itunes:title>
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  <itunes:subtitle>In this episode, Sean and Kelly talk with Computer Science and STEM teachers about our wins, our failures, and all about teaching Python. </itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>50:15</itunes:duration>
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  <description>&lt;p&gt;In this episode, Sean and Kelly talk with Computer Science and STEM teachers about our wins, our failures, and all about teaching Python. We're joined by teachers Dottie Holland, Andre Chmielewski, and Andy Colley to talk about everything from our favorite teaching resources, what it's like to teach after the exams are over, why Python over other languages, and more. &lt;/p&gt;
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    <![CDATA[<p>In this episode, Sean and Kelly talk with Computer Science and STEM teachers about our wins, our failures, and all about teaching Python. We&#39;re joined by teachers Dottie Holland, Andre Chmielewski, and Andy Colley to talk about everything from our favorite teaching resources, what it&#39;s like to teach after the exams are over, why Python over other languages, and more.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/teachingpython">Support Teaching Python</a></p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Rubicon" rel="nofollow" href="https://rubicon.synthesis.is/">Rubicon</a> &mdash; Where kids learn the skills that aren't taught in school</li></ul>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>In this episode, Sean and Kelly talk with Computer Science and STEM teachers about our wins, our failures, and all about teaching Python. We&#39;re joined by teachers Dottie Holland, Andre Chmielewski, and Andy Colley to talk about everything from our favorite teaching resources, what it&#39;s like to teach after the exams are over, why Python over other languages, and more.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/teachingpython">Support Teaching Python</a></p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Rubicon" rel="nofollow" href="https://rubicon.synthesis.is/">Rubicon</a> &mdash; Where kids learn the skills that aren't taught in school</li></ul>]]>
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  <title>Episode 29: Non-Traditional Python Education</title>
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  <pubDate>Mon, 28 Oct 2019 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Sean Tibor and Kelly Paredes</author>
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  <itunes:episode>29</itunes:episode>
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  <itunes:subtitle>This week, Kelly and Sean are joined by Brianne Caplan from Code Your Dreams and Gabrielle Rabinowitz from the BridgeUP: STEM Program at the American Museum of Natural History to discuss K-12 Python Education that happens outside of a traditional classroom.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>48:06</itunes:duration>
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  <description>&lt;p&gt;This week, Kelly and Sean are joined by &lt;a href="https://www.briannecaplan.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt;Brianne Caplan&lt;/a&gt; from &lt;a href="https://www.codeyourdreams.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt;Code Your Dreams&lt;/a&gt; and &lt;a href="https://twitter.com/gabriellerab" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt;Gabrielle Rabinowitz&lt;/a&gt; from the &lt;a href="https://www.amnh.org/learn-teach/bridgeup-stem" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt;BridgeUP: STEM Program&lt;/a&gt; at the American Museum of Natural History to discuss K-12 Python Education that happens outside of the classroom.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Special Guests: Brianne Caplan and Gabrielle Rabinowitz.&lt;/p&gt;
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    <![CDATA[<p>This week, Kelly and Sean are joined by <a href="https://www.briannecaplan.com" rel="nofollow">Brianne Caplan</a> from <a href="https://www.codeyourdreams.org" rel="nofollow">Code Your Dreams</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/gabriellerab" rel="nofollow">Gabrielle Rabinowitz</a> from the <a href="https://www.amnh.org/learn-teach/bridgeup-stem" rel="nofollow">BridgeUP: STEM Program</a> at the American Museum of Natural History to discuss K-12 Python Education that happens outside of the classroom.</p><p>Special Guests: Brianne Caplan and Gabrielle Rabinowitz.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/teachingpython">Support Teaching Python</a></p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Code Your Dreams" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.codeyourdreams.org/">Code Your Dreams</a> &mdash; We apply a project-driven approach to teaching computer science with a social justice component, introduce career opportunities from App Development to UX Design to Product Management, and inspire action and involvement in local communities.</li><li><a title="BridgeUP: STEM | American Museum of Natural History" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.amnh.org/learn-teach/bridgeup-stem">BridgeUP: STEM | American Museum of Natural History</a></li><li><a title="Brianne Caplan (@BriLeeCap) / Twitter" rel="nofollow" href="https://twitter.com/BriLeeCap">Brianne Caplan (@BriLeeCap) / Twitter</a> &mdash; Founder &amp; Executive Director of Code Your Dreams // Data Scientist @ Edovo // UChicago grad // passionate about bridging the education gap</li><li><a title="Code Your Dreams" rel="nofollow" href="https://github.com/CodeYourDreams">Code Your Dreams</a> &mdash; GitHub Repositories for Code Your Dreams</li><li><a title="Python Flash Cards: Syntax, Concepts, and Examples: Eric Matthes: 9781593278960: Amazon.com: Books" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1593278969/teachingpython-20">Python Flash Cards: Syntax, Concepts, and Examples: Eric Matthes: 9781593278960: Amazon.com: Books</a></li><li><a title="Python Flash Cards: Syntax, Concepts, and Examples: Eric Matthes: 9781593278960: Amazon.com: Books" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1593278969/teachingpython-20">Python Flash Cards: Syntax, Concepts, and Examples: Eric Matthes: 9781593278960: Amazon.com: Books</a> &mdash; Keep your coding skills sharp on the go! Python Flash Cards take a tried-and-tested method and give it a programming makeover. Eric Matthes, author of the best-selling Python Crash Course, distills essential Python programming knowledge into this 101-card deck you can use anywhere.</li><li><a title="Adafruit NeoTrellis M4 with Enclosure and Buttons Kit Pack ID: 4020 - $59.95 : Adafruit Industries, Unique &amp; fun DIY electronics and kits" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.adafruit.com/product/4020">Adafruit NeoTrellis M4 with Enclosure and Buttons Kit Pack ID: 4020 - $59.95 : Adafruit Industries, Unique &amp; fun DIY electronics and kits</a> &mdash; So you've got a cool/witty name for your band, a Soundcloud account,&nbsp;a 3D-printed Daft Punk helmet...&nbsp;so what could be missing from your road to stardom? The NeoTrellis M4 Kit Pack, of course!</li></ul>]]>
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