L13: Functions

In this LESSON you will learn about:

Learning Objectives:

what a Function is
the usefulness of functions in coding
how to create a Function in Python

define what a Function is and why it is used
demonstrate an ability to create Functions with code.

Lesson Overview

Resources

Starter:
Begin with this online Python Function Quiz

Main:
This lesson is about Functions. These are lines of reusable code that can be called or re used at any point in the program without having to type out the lines of code again. In Python a Function is created using the code def name_of_function():

Teacher introduces what Functions are
Students work through online tutorial
Use class notes to re-cap / teach Function content and examples
Video can be used a lesson starter or refresher of the concepts
Students work through the worksheets activities. These can then be peer assessed or marked as a class
Students could work in small groups or peer teach each other.
Complete the online worksheet on Functions

Plenary:
Can you beat your score from the start of the lesson?