[Edu-sig] Python First: Free access for educators

[Radenski, Atanas]

> Another way people write switch:
> 
> def switch(choice):
>      if 0<choice<len(functions): ...

This seems a good thing to do. 

In terms of complexity, functions come after selection, and that is how
they are sequenced in the Python First pack. The material is based on
functions all way, from the very beginning, but a systematic coverage of
functions is offered *after* control structures. 

Thus, I would not use functions as parameters or list/tuple members as
early as when I cover selection. Fortunately, I can possibly add the
implementation of switch (above) as an optional lab in the chapter on
functions or in the chapter on lists and dictionaries. [Detailed
self-guided labs in Python First are fundamental in 'teaching
programming as a habit' - I would love to write on this in a later
post.]

I know this list is a most sophisticated Python audience. Any feedback
is appreciated. I can also explain my chosen pedagogy, should that need
arise. 

Cheers,

Atanas

Atanas Radenski
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> -----Original Message-----
> From: kirby urner [mailto:kirby.urner at gmail.com]
> Sent: Wednesday, March 08, 2006 7:51 AM
> To: Radenski, Atanas
> Cc: edu-sig at python.org
> Subject: Re: [Edu-sig] Python First: Free access for educators
> 
> Cool, I'm in.  Checking out your moodle.
> 
> Another way people write switch:
> 
> def switch(choice):
>      if 0<choice<len(functions):