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 middle school computer science through the engaging and versatile Python programming language.

Together, they explore the intricacies of teaching Python, the evolving role of AI in education, and the excitement of discovering new programming features. Join the conversation and be part of their exploration into the balance of fun and learning in the world of Python.

Jul 17, 2019 · What are the best editors for teaching in Python? In this episode, Kelly and Sean examine a variety of different environments for students to learn to code Python. Should it be online or local? Paid or free? Simple or full-featured? An editor or an IDE? Here's what made our list: Mu Editor; Visual Studio Code; PyCharm Edu; python.microbit.org ...

Our very first episode! Kelly and Sean talk about how to get started teaching Python, including how to set up a room for computer science, what books and podcasts were most useful, the joys of Tynker, and how to set your own expectations for how to teach Python for others.

programming, python, teaching Let’s take a deeper look at how we teach students about one of Python’s most venerable data structures: the list. For many learners, the list is the first data structure that they encounter and it can be tricky to understand at first.

In this episode, Kelly and Sean speak to Reuven Lerner about how to teach adult learners and people switching to Python from other languages. Reuven is a corporate trainer of Python and Data Science. He helps developers around the world learn how to code in Python.

This blog explores the power of metaphors in teaching coding, demonstrating how these metaphors make abstract concepts more accessible to beginners. Students outgrow metaphors like the hamburger model for conditionals, which spurs critical thinking and deeper understanding of coding concepts.

Teach students to use AI to gather information on coding concepts or languages they are unfamiliar with. This encourages them to take initiative in their learning and share their findings with peers, promoting a culture of shared learning.

Episode 131 of Teaching Python dives into the engaging world of Lightning Talks, exploring their definition, benefits, and how they can be effectively incorporated into classroom settings.

In this episode, Sean and Kelly go through their top books for teachers to learn about Python and teach students. With everything from coding your own games in Python, to automating the boring stuff, there's something for every teacher here.