Python Mind Reader  
                Topic                          Logic and Coding 
                Learning objectives                                                                                   Success criteria 
                Students will…                                                                                              -     Watching and understanding 
                      •     Learn to write their first computer program in Python                                                 the video in its entirety. 
                      •     Learn about conditional logic within programming                                                -     Participating in the group 
                      •     Shows them that they are capable of following STEM subjects                                           discussion/activity.  
                                                                                                                             
                      •     Resources                                                                                 Suggested use of teaching time 
                      -     Video                                                                                     Video – 25 minutes  
                      -     Python Mind Reader Links (this contains the URLs needed to                                Cyber Activity – 25 Minutes 
                            take part in the activity) 
                      -     Decision tree printout 
                              
                Learning activity 
                The video will introduce the programming language Python. The students will learn to make a logical guessing 
                game, where the computer will “magically” guess what fruit they are. 
                 
                The students will learn to input and output information using Python, as well as the logic of conditionals 
                within programming. 
                 
                The teacher can pause the video throughout the session to allow students to complete each activity as 
                required.   
                 
                Please ignore any reference to messages in the chat window, as this was a live session that we are re-using 
                on-demand. All links are contained in the ‘Links’ document.  
                Evaluation and next steps 
                Follow up discussions – Students will be given the opportunity to continue to learn python by following our 
                free online course available on YouTube. This gives them the fundamental knowledge of programming and 
                problem solving, in a fun and engaging manner. 
                 
                Websites:  
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