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In Automate the Boring Stuff with Python, you'll learn how to use Python to write programs that do in minutes what would take you hours to do by hand-no prior programming experience required. Step-by-step instructions walk you through each program, and practice projects at the end of each chapter challenge you to improve those programs and use your newfound skills to automate similar tasks. Don't spend your time doing work a well-trained monkey could do. Even if you've never written a line of code, you can make your computer do the grunt work. Learn how in Automate the Boring Stuff with Python. | Scroll down to the Table of Contents to access the book information for free. | |
Codecademy is an education company committed to building the best learning experience inside and out, making Codecademy the best place to learn, teach and create the online learning experience of the future. | Create your account and enjoy unlimited access to the online tutorials. | |
Our vision is that every student in every school will have the opportunity to learn computer science. We believe computer science and computer programming should be part of the core curriculum in education, alongside other science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) courses, such as biology, physics, chemistry, and algebra. | Create your account and enjoy unlimited access to the online tutorials. | |
Achieve mastery through challenge. Improve your skills by training with others on real code challenges. | Create your account and enjoy participating in the online coding challenges. | |
Edx offers access to free online courses delivered by a consortium of leading colleges and universities. Learn college‐level content in computer science, engineering, and robotics, among others. Similar to Edx, Coursera also provides a wide range of courses created by various colleges and universities, including many that are free. | ||
This online platform is designed for the unique needs of both students and teachers. The resources and courses inside the Navigator are designed to bring learning to life and are easily searchable by subject, grade level, national and state standards, 21st-century skills, and more. Students can study online at any time, in any place. | Create your account and enjoy unlimited access to the online curriculum. | |
This is for Harry Potter fans. Thanks to the efforts and resources (plus a little magic) from the Wizard-Muggle Integration Movement, this online Hogwarts experience and education are entirely free. Anything is possible with a lot of passion from fans and extraordinary creativity. | Create your account and enjoy unlimited access to the online tutorials. | |
Khan offers free education in Science & Engineering, Computing, Arts & Humanities, Economics & Finance, Test Prep, and more! This is an excellent resource for learning or reinforcing topics. | Create your account and enjoy unlimited access to the online curriculum. | |
Join millions of students from all over the world who learn at their own pace daily with KHAN Academy. Practice math at your own pace with our adaptive assessment environment. Students can access curriculum by grade or by subject. Begin at 1 + 1 and work your way to Calculus or jump right into whatever topic needs some brushing up. Each problem is randomly generated, so you never run out of practice material. If you need a hint, every problem can be broken down, step-by-step, with one click. If you need more help, you can always watch a related video. | Create your account and enjoy unlimited access to the online Math curriculum. | |
Available for free through many public libraries, Lynda.com has an array of online learning resources in subject areas ranging from photography to business to web development. Check with your local library for access details. While you’re at it, explore the many other digital resources your local library likely offers. Many public libraries provide free access to e‐books, streaming films and music, digital magazines, and even language learning resources, such as Mango. | ||
Economics isn’t always taught at the K-12 level, but the dynamic, self‐paced introductory economics courses offered for free through MRU are likely to pique your older child’s interest. These are also great classes for you to learn alongside your child. | ||
MOOCs | Here are some of the leading MOOC (Massively Open Online Content) Networks that provide access to thousands of free courses and tutorials. | Canvas Network: https://www.canvas.net/ Coursera: https://www.coursera.org/ Udacity: https://www.udacity.com/ edX: https://www.edx.org/ Learning Registry: https://www.learningregistry.org/educators/ |
No Red Ink | This free, online writing and grammar resource helps learners of all ages to practice and refine their writing skills. Sign up as a teacher (you can use your home as a school), create a learner profile for your child, and then allow your child to log in to the student account and get practicing. | |
Access 1,500 free online audio and video courses from top universities, as well as 1,000 free audiobooks. | ||
An online interactive lab for students and enthusiasts to learn, practice, and become proficient in programming. | Create your account and enjoy unlimited access to the online tutorials. | |
Many museums, including the Smithsonian Institution and its open-access Learning Lab, offer free online resources and activities for learners. Check out the websites of your favorite museums to see what free digital education tools are available. | ||
TED‐Ed offers a free suite of high‐quality videos on various topics for learners of all ages, including supplemental materials, discussion questions, and opportunities to probe deeper into areas of interest. Register as an educator, and you can help customize your child’s learning experience or let your child explore independently. | ||
UEN/OER Courses | The Utah Education Network (UEN) has recently embraced Open Education Resources (OER) as an excellent way for students, parents, and teachers to access state-approved, high-quality learning tools for students in grades 1-12 across all subjects. | Go to: https://www.uen.org/core/math/index.shtml to access standards and resources. Go to: https://www.uen.org/oer/ to access Math, English, and Science OER Textbooks. Go to: https://www.uen.org/core/ for Utah Core Standards. Go to: http://utahmiddleschoolmath.org/7th-grade/ for 7th grade Utah Core Math Curriculum. Go to: http://utahmiddleschoolmath.org/8th-grade/ for 8th grade Utah Math Curriculum. Go to: https://bealearninghero.org/learning-tools/?state=UT&subject=math#resource-filters for additional learning tools. |
US Mint for Kids - H.I.P. Pocket Change (History in Your Pocket) | This free resource is a U.S. Government website where kids can learn all about the United States Mint. The site is all about fun and information, especially coin information. |
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