Y9 Python Training!

LO to investigate and develop an understanding of a programming language using Python

In the following Computing lessons you will be developing your key skills in Python programming for your Computing GCSE


  1. Create a folder in your Sites folder called GCSE Computing and then make one inside that called Python Training
  2. From the Start menu select ALL PROGRAMS > ICT & BUSINESS > IDLE (Python GUI)
  3. For each new program created you have to start a new Python file by clicking File > New
  4. Save each program you make in your new Python Training folder
Complete the following tutorials in order...




LESSON 2: STARTER
  1. Open the IDLE (GUI) from the Start menu
  2. Go to File > New
  3. Create a program that will say "I am about to start lesson 2 of Python"
  4. Save and Run the program 




LESSON 3: STARTER
  1. Open the IDLE (GUI) from the Start menu
  2. Go to File > New
  3. Create a program that will say "What is your name?", allow you to enter your name and show you a suitable reply.
  4. Save and Run the program 
ONLY move onto Lesson 3 once Lesson 2 is complete....





LESSON 4:
  1. Open the IDLE (GUI) from the Start menu
  2. Go to File > New




LESSON 5:
  1. Open the IDLE (GUI) from the Start menu
  2. Go to File > New



LESSON 6:
  1. Open the IDLE (GUI) from the Start menu
  2. Go to File > New



LESSON 7 Example Controlled Assessment:
  1. Open the IDLE (GUI) from the Start menu
  2. Go to File > New