Scratch to Python: Moving from Block- to Text-based Programming

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Support learners to use the thinking & programming skills they learnt in Scratch in text-based programming languages like Python.

Block-based programming languages like Scratch make it simple to learn and teach programming. But once your students have mastered it, it’s time to move on to a text-based programming language such as Python. This online course will show you how.

You’ll discover how to transfer the programming and thinking skills learnt while using Scratch to Python. You’ll look at how to help your learners develop basic text-based programming skills, understand error messages and debug code.

The course will show you the power of text-based programming and give you the tools to support your students’ transition.

Duration: 3 weeks
Weekly study: 2 hours