2. Python MakeCode/Notebook Lab (16 weeks) – Advanced

Description

Objective and Outcome: Students deepen their Python knowledge by exploring conditional logic and Boolean expressions to make decisions within their programs. They apply “while” loops and sequencing to control repeated actions and respond to changing situations in simulated emergency scenarios. The use of functions is introduced, enabling students to write modular, reusable code for organizing tasks. Students are then challenged to combine all previously learned concepts to build more complex, fully functional programs. By the end of this sequence, they demonstrate their skills through a summative creative coding challenge that reflects their problem-solving and programming abilities.

Topics Covered:

• Conditional statements (if, else, elif)

• Boolean logic

• while loops and sequencing

• Creating and using functions

• Writing modular code with in-code comments

• Project development using decomposition

• Applying all concepts in a creative summative task