Programming for Everybody (Getting Started with Python)

Before you read this review, some notes about me (so you can form your own opinion about my review below):

- I have been interested in programming since I was little, but never gained any real experience in it until my adult life.
- I tried to take a Java course in college my freshman year and I struggled and had to drop out and ended up getting a degree something completely unrelated to computer science or math.
- I have a difficult time with the sometimes very "stuffy"/pretentious parts of formal academia at the university level (and many opinions about modern education :) )
- In my mid-20s I tried to teach myself C++ and struggled. Then I found Python and made it to defining a CLASS, but gave up because it was too hard. I decided to start over again with this course on Coursera (years later)

My review:

Section 1: At first I was very put off by Charles Severance's teaching and video lectures. This is because the first section of this course (7 sections) has nothing to do with teaching Python, but talking about machine language and computer functionality in general. I was eager to start Python, and I was not interested in the subject matter he was discussing (which by chance I already knew a lot about), and it seemed as though he recorded the lecture in 1 take with no formal notes or organization around the lectures - mostly just ramblings that I found hard to relate to anything Python-specific. This greatly disappointed me and I almost gave up.

DON'T GIVE UP. KEEP MOVING TO SECTION 2.

Sections 2-7: I had previously already taught myself everything this full 7 section course offers, so nothing came as a complete surprise. This is also my first course on coursera so I did not realize until around section 5 that we were supposed to read the chapter from Charles' book (which is free) Python for Everybody: Exploring Data Using Python 3 and then view the lectures. If you have never programmed before I recommend that you read these chapters first and then watch the lectures. If you have programmed before, you can skip the reading and watch the lectures until you hit material that is more challenging and then I recommend reading the chapter and following all of the exercises. As the material became more difficult it became more interesting and I grew to enjoy and appreciate the down-to-earth style that Charles has when teaching a concept in the course. I believe that he may be the person who can help me understand how to properly execute classes with functions in my coding.

The course was easy (I expected this), and I was only truly challenged on the last section (where the homework took me more than 5-10 mins to complete).

I look forward to the next section of this 5 part Python for Everybody course on Coursera, where I expect to be more challenged than in the first part (Getting Started with Python).

Thanks for reading this and I hope it helps others.

This is a great course. The teacher not only knows his material, but has a lot of experience working with first time programmers and so knows what errors they are likely to make and what questions they are likely to ask and addresses them all. He is fun to listen to, unlike some moocs I have taken where the teachers were reading and got the intonation all wrong--very distracting. This one wasn't like that by far. He was interesting and even funny at times. The only issue I have is that if you are auditing the class, it isn't as nice an experience. You can't submit quizzes to see if you got them right and all your coding problems are marked wrong. You can still do the coding and the website will error check and all, but you won't get the pass/fail grade to be sure you got it right. I worked through all the materials, including reading the chapters in the book in just four days. I'd say there is about 2 to 4 hours of work per "week" expected. So, great course, but Coursera has become more interested in making money than in those of us who must only audit. It is not worth my time to chase up financial aid for something I'm working through so quickly. I'd rather spend the time working on a portfolio for future work than to bother about all that. I'm disabled, so I have no money to through at the problem. So, if you can only audit the class, is it worth it? YES! Just prepared to be highly annoyed with Coursera. The problem isn't the instructor's fault and I'm glad to have the materials. The videos covers what's in the book, but in an easy to understand way, so when you read the chapter associated with it, you can follow along without it being too dry or laborious. Then you are ready for the quiz and coding problem(s), and then a little wrap up material before moving on to the next lesson. I'm glad we are allowed to work ahead. I'm moving on to the second course in the specialization, which picks up where this one left off. If you want to learn Python or just "a" programing language to get a start or just dabble in programming, this is a great place to start!

To be honest, I thought the course stumbled and fell short. It was far too basic and slow paced. Considering how little is taught, even for a beginner's course in Python, it could hardly be described as college-level material.
The tone was a bit immature at times, and perhaps appropriate for a grade school level classroom--not something for college students or working professionals. Even if the goal were to teach those having absolutely no programming experience, the course could accomplish that while providing more content by doing the following: keep up the pace of the lectures, give better (more relevant) coding examples, and remove the portions of the lectures that are irrelevant to the course objectives.
Is the course worth the price? Hell no. If you do pay, you may feel very cheated at the end. The entire course can be reduced to 3 pages of notes. One would be better off checking into other free, online tutorials.
I'm not sure about the value of all of the videos titled "Office Hours." They look like nothing more than self-promotional behavior from the professor, as if to say, "hey look how great I am making this irrelevant two-minute video in Paris." They're really nothing more than that.

In one video, Severance corners a guest speaker at a conference, who appears annoyed after a few minutes and gives a polite brush-off: "other people here would like to speak with me too." It's obvious that Severance didn't set up the interview beforehand or warn the other person that he was going to be videotaped. Things like that make the professor look naive, unprepared, and unprofessional. After all of these videos, you will ask yourself, "okay, why did Severance make me watch that?" "What was the point?" And you'll shrug your shoulders and say, "gee, thanks for wasting my time … again."

I work in lesson design and blended learning teacher training. I train teachers how to combine effective teaching practices with technology in K-8 classrooms. There is lots of room for improvement in this course. I would not recommend it to someone with no experience. I have no experience in coding, and did well in this course because I went to other sources to answer my questions and fill the knowledge gaps in this course. Though the instructor was great. He seems very passionate.

From a teaching/pedagogy standpoint the scope and sequence was poor. It went from extremely broad (defining computer parts) to hyper specific (defining variables in python) really quick. There was no information between on the practical pieces of what python is, what it looks like on our computer, and how we interact with it.

It feels like multiple people got together to build the course, but after it was finished they never came back to say “Here’s where we didn’t communicate, let’s edit these things.”

There is a HUGE disconnect between writing python programs and running them vs. running the actual python platform and typing commands line by line. The most frustrating thing was that every example in the course was given as a line of code in the python platform with the chevron prompt, and every single assignment was about writing a program in the text editor and the running the program. I didn’t realize these were two completely different things until about week 6. PLEASE ADDRESS THIS. Make it clear for future students that this is a thing. Go over how to use both, and the benefits and drawbacks of each. Make it clear that your examples are taking place in the command line python platform, but our homework is writing programs and saving and running them. I didn’t understand the use of the ‘type’ function until I realized this discrepancy. This was so confusing.

Some of the quiz questions were very specific questions that were mentioned for about a second or never explicitly made clear. Some of the ideas that were emphasized or mentioned multiple times in the same lecture video (seemed important) were never asked on the quiz. I can give examples of both.

I learned some stuff, but overall I would not recommend this course without pointing to the discrepancies. I would say there are multiple obvious areas for improvement and multiple gaps in knowledge that I filled from other sources. I could give more specific examples, but I feel like I already wrote quite a bit.

I recently completed the "Programming for Everybody" course offered by the University of Michigan on Coursera, and I must say it was an excellent introduction to Python programming. As someone with little prior programming experience, this course provided me with a solid foundation in Python and ignited my passion for coding.

The course content was well-structured and delivered in a clear and engaging manner. Dr. Charles Severance, the instructor, did an exceptional job explaining the concepts, making them accessible to beginners like myself. The course started with the basics, gradually progressing to more advanced topics, ensuring a smooth learning curve.

One aspect that stood out was the hands-on approach. Each week, we had programming assignments that allowed us to apply the concepts learned and gain practical experience. The assignments were thoughtfully designed, providing a balance between challenge and achievable tasks. Additionally, the auto-grader system provided prompt feedback, which was immensely helpful in my learning journey.

The interactive textbook, "Python for Everybody," was an invaluable resource. It presented the material in a concise and comprehensible manner, with practical examples that reinforced the concepts covered in the lectures. The supplementary materials, including video transcripts and practice quizzes, further enhanced the learning experience.

The discussion forums were a vibrant community of learners, where we could ask questions, seek clarification, and interact with fellow students. The active participation of both students and teaching assistants fostered a supportive learning environment.

By the end of the course, I had gained a solid understanding of Python programming concepts, including variables, data structures, loops, conditional statements, and functions. I felt confident enough to start working on personal projects and continue my coding journey.

In summary, I highly recommend the "Programming for Everybody" course to anyone looking to learn Python from scratch. The course provides a solid foundation, with clear explanations, practical assignments, and an engaging learning environment. Whether you're a beginner or have some programming experience, this course is an excellent starting point to develop your coding skills.

Бұл курсты анонимді аяқтады.

Осы шолуды оқымас бұрын мен туралы біраз ескертпелер (төменде менің шолуым туралы өз пікіріңізді қалыптастыруға болады):

- Мен кішкентай кезімнен бағдарламалауға қызығатынмын, бірақ ересек өмірге дейін ол бойынша нақты тәжірибе жинаған емеспін.
- Мен колледжде бірінші курста Java курсын оқуға тырыстым, мен қиналып, оқуды тастап, информатика немесе математикаға мүлдем қатысы жоқ дәрежеге ие болдым.
- Мен университет деңгейіндегі формальды академияның кейде өте «толық»/пайдалы бөліктерімен (және заманауи білім туралы көптеген пікірлер :)) қиын уақытты өткіземін.
- 20 жасымның ортасында мен өзімді C++ тіліне үйретуге тырыстым және күрестім. Содан кейін мен Python-ды таптым және оны КЛАСС-ты анықтадым, бірақ бұл өте қиын болғандықтан бас тарттым. Мен Coursera бойынша осы курсты қайта бастауды шештім (жыл өткен соң)

Менің шолуым:

1-бөлім: Бастапқыда Чарльз Северанстың оқыту және бейне лекциялары мені қатты таң қалдырды. Себебі, бұл курстың бірінші бөлімінде (7 бөлім) Python тілін оқытуға ешқандай қатысы жоқ, машина тілі мен жалпы компьютердің функционалдығы туралы айтылады. Мен Python-ды бастауға асық болдым, мен оның талқылап жатқан тақырыбына қызықпадым (бұл кездейсоқ мен бұл туралы көп білетінмін) және ол дәрісті ешқандай ресми жазбаларсыз немесе ұйымсыз бір рет түсіріп алған сияқты болды. лекциялар - негізінен Python-ға тән кез келген нәрсемен байланыстыру қиын болған жай ғана. Бұл мені қатты ренжітті және мен бас тарта жаздадым.

БЕРІЛМЕ. 2-БӨЛІМГЕ ӨТУ.

2-7 бөлімдер: Мен осы толық 7 бөлімнен тұратын курстың барлығын бұрын өзіме үйреткенмін, сондықтан ештеңе күтпеген еді. Бұл курстар бойынша менің алғашқы курсым, сондықтан мен Чарльздың Python for Everybody: Python 3 арқылы деректерді зерттеу, содан кейін лекцияларды көру (тегін) кітабының тарауын 5-бөлімге дейін оқып шығу керек екенін түсінбедім. Егер сіз бұрын ешқашан бағдарлама жасамаған болсаңыз, алдымен осы тарауларды оқып, содан кейін лекцияларды қарауды ұсынамын. Егер сіз бұрын бағдарламалаған болсаңыз, оқуды өткізіп жіберуге және қиынырақ материалға жеткенше лекцияларды қарауға болады, содан кейін тарауды оқып, барлық жаттығуларды орындауды ұсынамын. Материал қиындаған сайын ол қызықтырақ болды және мен Чарльздың курста тұжырымдаманы оқыту кезіндегі қарапайым стилін ұнатып, бағалай бастадым. Ол менің кодтауымдағы функциялармен сабақтарды қалай дұрыс орындау керектігін түсінуге көмектесетін адам болуы мүмкін деп ойлаймын.

Курс оңай болды (мен мұны күткенмін) және мен тек соңғы бөлімде (үй тапсырмасын орындауға 5-10 минуттан астам уақытты қажет ететін) шынымен сынға түстім.

Мен Coursera бойынша 5 бөлімнен тұратын Python for Everybody курсының келесі бөлімін асыға күтемін, онда мен бірінші бөлімге қарағанда қиынырақ болады деп ойлаймын (Python-мен жұмысты бастау).

Мұны оқығаныңыз үшін рахмет және бұл басқаларға көмектеседі деп үміттенемін.

With so many glowing reviews, I don't think mine matters, but here it is anyway: This course is amazing.

This course is so amazing that a) I realized I threw away way too much money on a different "introduction to python" course that had live instructors and one-on-one access to mentors because this class was free and far more beneficial; and b) when I'm done writing this review, I'm going to sign up for the whole Coursera Python for Everybody specialization.

The Python playground is amazing, but it isn't even necessary because the instructor provides such great material for getting Python installed and running on your computer (with windows, mac, and linux instructions), even a complete beginner would be able to follow the instructions and make a functioning script in no time. But the playground is just a lot of fun to play with, and makes tinkering as a beginner super easy.

I spent one whole day and finished the entire Getting Started with Python course (auditing, no quizzes), and learned more than I learned in the first 4 weeks of a 6 week paid course. Dr. Chuck is GOOD at what he does. He presents material in a very down-to-earth manner in clear, plain language that's technical, but not over my head. I have very little experience with programming, and know the basics of computers and computing, but even the introduction to hardware architecture was fascinating and I learned more about hardware than I expected. I felt a lot more prepared to dive into programming after that lecture.

The amazing thing is that so much is crammed into such short lectures, and yet the material is still accessible.

Speaking of accessibility: the lectures have captions AND interactive transcripts. The audio is crisp and clear, as is the video-- without background noise or distractions. The dedication to accessibility has blown me away and is another big reason I plan to support Coursera by paying for the specialization path.

DON'T GIVE UP SO SOON. KEEP ON MOVING TO COURSE 2 OF THIS SPECIALIZATION.

Sections 1-7: I had no previous knowledge about programming, even my educational background doesn't related to computer science at all. I have passion for working on the computer as a graphic designer as well as website designer, I thought I must have knowledge of programming language in order to ease my work as a website designer, but everything in this full 7 section course offers me the basic knowledge of programming with python, so nothing came as a complete surprise, that's why I mustn't quit so soon, I need to proceed to the next course to have viable workable experience in this specialization.

This is also my first course on coursera so I did not realize until around section 3 that we were supposed to read the chapter from Charles' book (which is free) Python for Everybody: Exploring Data Using Python 3 and then view the lectures. If you have never programmed before I recommend that you read these chapters first and then watch the lectures. If you're a programmer, you can skip the reading and watch the lectures until you hit material that is more challenging and then I recommend reading the chapter and following all of the exercises for the beginners.

In my own opinion Dr. Chuck is a great lecturer although he somehow seems to be funny sometimes but I really interested in this course because of him. If everyone of the lecturer happen to be like him even an academic challenged individual can easily master the subject matter. All the topics of discussion were explicitly stated. All the videos were well organised in a logical manner. As the material became more difficult it became more interesting and I grew to enjoy and appreciate the down-to-earth style that Dr. Chuck has when teaching a concept in the course. I believe that he may be the person who can help me realize my dream in programming and understand how to properly execute classes with functions in my coding.

The course was easy (I expected this), and I was only truly challenged on the last section of the course where the homework took me more than 5-10 mins to complete. Anyway, I was astonished when I got it later.
I'm looking forward to the next section of this 5 part specialization of Python for Everybody course on Coursera, where I expect to be more challenged than in the first part (Getting Started with Python).

Thanks for reading this and I hope it will be of help to you.

Most of the low reviews are from people who are not the target audience of this Specialization. If you already have a background in programming or impatient, this isn't for you. This is meant to be a complete INTRO class specialization.

The teacher is super knowledgeable, but doesn't let that get in the way of knowing his audience. He understands we're beginners, and even in his passionate rambling about real world applications (or movies) it never goes beyond a beginner level of understanding. In fact, those passionate ramblings just make the subject SO much more approachable and him more human for it.

So many programming classes I've taken where the teacher was passionate, but they didn't understand that they were living within muscle memory and skipping over nuances that beginners don't have. They operated with a level of assumption that had forgotten how they were when they were just dipping their toes into code.

I'm so grateful for this class and I am grateful for a teacher that understands knowledge is power and it should be accessible to all!

I really enjoyed the online course. I thought it was well planned and layed out, easy for me to follow. The work load(h.w. & test)was just enough, so i could finish everything with enough time, learn about the topics and not feel over loaded and rushed.



Overall I really like this class because all lectures, assignments, and tests are straight forward. A couple things I dislike about the class are that there should be more opportunities for extra credit and it would be awesome if the final was an objective essay about what we have learned in this class or what we like about the class. I believe that I have more knowledge about ocean, weather, and marine lives and hopefully, I can use them in real life.



The course was everything you said it would be, fun but a lot of work. And it was! I enjoyed the web-labs because they were a lot of fun and easy to understand. And the answers were usually somewhere in the text. I also liked the assignments that required us to get online. Sometimes articles aside from the reading book gave me a better idea and understanding of the subject for that week. What I disliked was the short essay question because I found it difficult to explain certain concepts without introducing in some way, Ideas from the course notes or book (keeping in mind plagiarism). I never expected to learn so much from an online class; I now see the ocean life in a whole new way. I know I could have done better, but in the end I learned that an online class could be as much work or more than a regular class. However, I still enjoyed it very much.



I really enjoyed this class and the format it was presented in. For me, I learn and retain much more through an online class due to the fact you can do the course as an ¡§open book.¡¨ This really makes me search for the answer and in return, I retain more information. I found it relaxing to be able to turn the work on the assignments and test at my leisure and when I had the time. I liked the fact you were very clear that more internet research may be necessary for some assignments To be honest, there is nothing that I disliked about the course. I will definitely be taking another online course from you!



To be honest , this was my first online class. I am looking forward to taking more online classes. The experience of this class has being nothing but positive. I thought the coarse outline/power point was extremely helpful. The homework, quizzes and test were reasonable. I would have enjoyed experiencing a field trip to Carlsbad or Oceanside, my only suggestion would be to have more days available for those who cannot make it on the specific time/day. Maybe a field trip later in the day? Or another weekend? I have to say this class made me more aware of current event dealing with the ocean and weather. I also did something for the first time as a north county resident, I participated in the annual grunion run in Carlsbad. Lots of fun!!! Enjoy the summer Mr.T.



I really liked learning about the tide pools and local labs. Originally I enrolled in this class because I am not from CA or even a coastal areas ( I am from WI) so I thought it would be good to learn a little about the waves, swells and currents as I venture into the water a little more the longer I have lived here. I had no idea the depth of the earth’s oceans or the importance of them. I really liked the online option of this class because I am a very busy person (2 jobs and college). The only thing that was a little confusing at first was all the different resources. In the beginning I had a hard time finding the answers to questions because I wasn’t sure where to look. The book, Notes, PowerPoint presentations, web-labs, the cd with the book… Just was a little much but as the semester progressed I got the feel of it and benefited from all the information

Pros: The instructor is very passionate and knows code inside and out. I truly believe he did his best to teach students basic Python language. I'm not convinced he is well equipped to teach beginner Python courses in the "real" world....let alone an online course with no real feedback, tutors or interactive assignments along the way. You WILL learn basic Python language, but I'm quite confident most students will not be able to accurately write code upon completion of the certification.

Cons: My biggest complaint is the fact that there is that there is no real tutoring available. Nobody to talk to one-on-one and students helping students is strictly prohibited. Several students attempted to help me and they promptly got their hands slapped with the threat of breaking the "Honor Code." Too bad the tutors were not this prompt when we asked for help with our code. It takes them days to reply.... ugh. Discussions in the public forum is the only source of communication available to the students to my knowledge. This is where Coursera fails miserably. Coupled with the fact that all of the assignments are directly inline with the course material.... until the very last one. I easily passed every quiz and assignment until 5.2. The discussion threads for this particular week are double and triple all the other threads for a reason. They have strategically built your confidence along the way to send you the subliminal message that "You can do this!" In assignment 5.2 they make it nearly impossible to complete. After spending only a few weeks (and incidentally only $50) up until the very last assignment, I ended up spending an additional $150 before I finished 5.2. At least I wasn't the only sucker....I was so frustrated I literally gave up for 60 days due to the holidays, stress at home, my whole family contracting COVID, etc, etc. In the end, I merely had to change the order of the input to get my code to give the correct output. How is this possible? My code is either right or wrong. I shouldn't be able to change the order of the input to get the correct output and code to ultimately get a passing grade. There is a glitch somewhere in your grading system. A little ironic for a professional coding class if you ask me. In an earlier assignment I knew my code was right, but I was not getting the correct output. Out of sheer desperation, I highlighted my code, copied it, cleared the assignment board, went back to the home screen, refreshed the page, went back into the assignment portal, pasted the EXACT code that was there earlier, clicked the tab "CHECK CODE" and the output miraculously worked. Yet another glitch.

Before I began the course, I was so eager to learn Python. To be quite honest, this course has turned me off. I would not recommend this course to anyone. I would strongly recommend enrolling in an in-person class or an online class with a tutor who is available at all times.

I'm a UofM grad with a BSEE degree and worked has a hardware engineer for about 10 years before becoming a stay-at-home mom for the past 16. With my sights set on slowly making my way back into the workforce, Python sounded like a good stepping stone. It's been almost 30 years since I did much programming while at UM so this course was the perfect refresher course. Since it's geared towards people with absolutely no programming experience what-so-ever, I found it to be pretty easy but not boring at all.

Professor Severance did an amazing job teaching this class and I wish I had a professor like him when I was a student at UofM. He's obviously very knowledgeable on this topic but also very charismatic, funny and kept the course interesting.

The exercises were just right and I was really impressed by the Playground and how much effort it must have taken to put together such a polished course. This is only my second Coursera course, but my favorite so far. Looking forward to finishing up the Python for Everyone Specialization!

I really enjoyed the online course. I thought it was well planned and layed out, easy for me to follow. The work load(h.w. & test)was just enough, so i could finish everything with enough time, learn about the topics and not feel over loaded and rushed.

Overall I really like this class because all lectures, assignments, and tests are straight forward. A couple things I dislike about the class are that there should be more opportunities for extra credit and it would be awesome if the final was an objective essay about what we have learned in this class or what we like about the class. I believe that I have more knowledge about ocean, weather, and marine lives and hopefully, I can use them in real life.

The course was everything you said it would be, fun but a lot of work. And it was! I enjoyed the web-labs because they were a lot of fun and easy to understand. And the answers were usually somewhere in the text. I also liked the assignments that required us to get online. Sometimes articles aside from the reading book gave me a better idea and understanding of the subject for that week. What I disliked was the short essay question because I found it difficult to explain certain concepts without introducing in some way, Ideas from the course notes or book (keeping in mind plagiarism). I never expected to learn so much from an online class; I now see the ocean life in a whole new way. I know I could have done better, but in the end I learned that an online class could be as much work or more than a regular class. However, I still enjoyed it very much.

I really enjoyed this class and the format it was presented in. For me, I learn and retain much more through an online class due to the fact you can do the course as an ¡§open book.¡¨ This really makes me search for the answer and in return, I retain more information. I found it relaxing to be able to turn the work on the assignments and test at my leisure and when I had the time. I liked the fact you were very clear that more internet research may be necessary for some assignments To be honest, there is nothing that I disliked about the course. I will definitely be taking another online course from you!

To be honest , this was my first online class. I am looking forward to taking more online classes. The experience of this class has being nothing but positive. I thought the coarse outline/power point was extremely helpful. The homework, quizzes and test were reasonable. I would have enjoyed experiencing a field trip to Carlsbad or Oceanside, my only suggestion would be to have more days available for those who cannot make it on the specific time/day. Maybe a field trip later in the day? Or another weekend? I have to say this class made me more aware of current event dealing with the ocean and weather. I also did something for the first time as a north county resident, I participated in the annual grunion run in Carlsbad. Lots of fun!!! Enjoy the summer Mr.T.

I really liked learning about the tide pools and local labs. Originally I enrolled in this class because I am not from CA or even a coastal areas ( I am from WI) so I thought it would be good to learn a little about the waves, swells and currents as I venture into the water a little more the longer I have lived here. I had no idea the depth of the earth’s oceans or the importance of them. I really liked the online option of this class because I am a very busy person (2 jobs and college). The only thing that was a little confusing at first was all the different resources. In the beginning I had a hard time finding the answers to questions because I wasn’t sure where to look. The book, Notes, PowerPoint presentations, web-labs, the cd with the book… Just was a little much but as the semester progressed I got the feel of it and benefited from all the information

I really enjoyed the online course. I thought it was well planned and layed out, easy for me to follow. The work load(h.w. & test)was just enough, so i could finish everything with enough time, learn about the topics and not feel over loaded and rushed.

Overall I really like this class because all lectures, assignments, and tests are straight forward. A couple things I dislike about the class are that there should be more opportunities for extra credit and it would be awesome if the final was an objective essay about what we have learned in this class or what we like about the class. I believe that I have more knowledge about ocean, weather, and marine lives and hopefully, I can use them in real life.

The course was everything you said it would be, fun but a lot of work. And it was! I enjoyed the web-labs because they were a lot of fun and easy to understand. And the answers were usually somewhere in the text. I also liked the assignments that required us to get online. Sometimes articles aside from the reading book gave me a better idea and understanding of the subject for that week. What I disliked was the short essay question because I found it difficult to explain certain concepts without introducing in some way, Ideas from the course notes or book (keeping in mind plagiarism). I never expected to learn so much from an online class; I now see the ocean life in a whole new way. I know I could have done better, but in the end I learned that an online class could be as much work or more than a regular class. However, I still enjoyed it very much.

I really enjoyed this class and the format it was presented in. For me, I learn and retain much more through an online class due to the fact you can do the course as an ¡§open book.¡¨ This really makes me search for the answer and in return, I retain more information. I found it relaxing to be able to turn the work on the assignments and test at my leisure and when I had the time. I liked the fact you were very clear that more internet research may be necessary for some assignments To be honest, there is nothing that I disliked about the course. I will definitely be taking another online course from you!

To be honest , this was my first online class. I am looking forward to taking more online classes. The experience of this class has being nothing but positive. I thought the coarse outline/power point was extremely helpful. The homework, quizzes and test were reasonable. I would have enjoyed experiencing a field trip to Carlsbad or Oceanside, my only suggestion would be to have more days available for those who cannot make it on the specific time/day. Maybe a field trip later in the day? Or another weekend? I have to say this class made me more aware of current event dealing with the ocean and weather. I also did something for the first time as a north county resident, I participated in the annual grunion run in Carlsbad. Lots of fun!!! Enjoy the summer Mr.T.

I really liked learning about the tide pools and local labs. Originally I enrolled in this class because I am not from CA or even a coastal areas ( I am from WI) so I thought it would be good to learn a little about the waves, swells and currents as I venture into the water a little more the longer I have lived here. I had no idea the depth of the earth’s oceans or the importance of them. I really liked the online option of this class because I am a very busy person (2 jobs and college). The only thing that was a little confusing at first was all the different resources. In the beginning I had a hard time finding the answers to questions because I wasn’t sure where to look. The book, Notes, PowerPoint presentations, web-labs, the cd with the book… Just was a little much but as the semester progressed I got the feel of it and benefited from all the information

There are many benefits of taking a Python course, including:

Increased job opportunities: Python is one of the most in-demand programming languages in the tech industry, and learning it can open up many job opportunities.

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Easy to learn: Python is known for its simple syntax and readability, making it an ideal language for beginners to learn.

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Overall, learning Python can be a valuable investment in your career and personal development.

The instructor is awesome and the designing of course is fabulous and super easy to understand. I found this course great. I will suggest who want to learn Python Must must take this Course. It will help you lot and clear all your basics.I refer all my beloved friends and juniors to take this course. ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................THANK YOU

As an aspiring programmer looking to kickstart my journey into the world of Python, I recently took the "Introduction to Python" course offered by Dr. Chuck from the University of Michigan on Coursera. I must say that this course exceeded my expectations in every aspect, and I highly recommend it to anyone interested in learning Python effectively and comprehensively.

Content (5/5):
The course curriculum was thoughtfully organized and presented in a logical manner, catering to both beginners and those with some prior programming experience. It covers all the fundamental concepts of Python, from basic syntax and data structures to more advanced topics like file handling and web scraping. Dr. Chuck's teaching style is engaging and easy to follow, making complex concepts accessible even to newcomers.

Instructor (5/5):
Dr. Chuck's expertise and passion for teaching Python shine through in every lecture. His explanations are clear, concise, and peppered with real-world examples, making it easier to understand the practical applications of the concepts being taught. Additionally, his friendly demeanor creates a comfortable learning environment, encouraging students to ask questions and participate actively in the course.

Assignments and Practice (4.5/5):
The course includes a variety of assignments and quizzes that complement the video lectures. These practical exercises are well-designed to reinforce the concepts covered in each module. They gradually increase in complexity, providing an excellent opportunity for hands-on practice. The only slight downside was that a few questions in the quizzes could have been more elaborated for better clarity.

Community and Support (4.5/5):
Coursera's platform allows students to connect with peers from around the world, fostering a vibrant learning community. There are discussion forums where participants can seek help, share ideas, and collaborate on assignments. Moreover, the course staff and Dr. Chuck himself actively participate in the discussions, providing prompt and valuable feedback to students' queries.

Accessibility (5/5):
The course's accessibility and flexibility are significant advantages. I appreciated the ability to learn at my own pace, enabling me to fit the coursework into my busy schedule. The video lectures were well-structured, and the course materials were easily accessible, making it convenient to revisit specific topics for revision.

Conclusion:
In conclusion, "Introduction to Python" by Dr. Chuck from the University of Michigan on Coursera is an outstanding online course for learning Python. The course's comprehensive content, engaging teaching style, and practical assignments make it an ideal choice for beginners and aspiring programmers. By completing this course, I gained a solid foundation in Python programming and the confidence to tackle more advanced Python projects. If you're looking to start your Python journey or want to solidify your existing Python skills, this course is an excellent investment of your time and effort. I am grateful for this learning experience and would eagerly explore other courses by Dr. Chuck and the University of Michigan in the future.

"Programming for Everybody" is an exceptional resource for anyone looking to dip their toes into the vast and captivating world of programming. Developed with beginners in mind, this online course by Dr. Charles Severance, a professor at the University of Michigan, offers a remarkable learning experience that demystifies the complexities of programming languages.

From the very first module, it becomes evident that this course is thoughtfully designed to accommodate learners with no prior programming knowledge. Dr. Severance's teaching style is engaging, clear, and accessible, making complex concepts easy to understand. The course primarily focuses on Python, a versatile and beginner-friendly programming language, making it an ideal starting point for aspiring programmers.

One of the strengths of "Programming for Everybody" lies in its comprehensive curriculum. The course takes learners on a well-structured journey, starting with basic programming principles and gradually building upon them. Each module is carefully planned, introducing new concepts while reinforcing previous knowledge through interactive exercises and quizzes. The hands-on approach ensures that learners actively apply what they've learned, solidifying their understanding and boosting their confidence.

Furthermore, the course materials, including lecture videos, slides, and code examples, are well-organized and easily accessible. The lectures are concise, averaging around five minutes, which helps maintain engagement and prevents information overload. Additionally, the online platform provides a forum where learners can connect with each other, ask questions, and seek guidance, fostering a supportive learning community.

What sets "Programming for Everybody" apart from other introductory programming courses is its emphasis on real-world applications. Dr. Severance demonstrates the practical uses of programming in various fields, such as data analysis and web development. This approach not only makes the content more relatable but also showcases the vast opportunities available to those with programming skills.

Moreover, the course is free, making it accessible to anyone with an internet connection. This inclusivity is commendable, as it removes financial barriers and encourages individuals from diverse backgrounds to engage with programming.

If there is any room for improvement, it would be beneficial to include more interactive coding exercises and projects to further reinforce the learned concepts. Nonetheless, the course provides additional resources and references for those who wish to explore further.

In conclusion, "Programming for Everybody" is an outstanding course that lives up to its promise of making programming accessible to everybody. Dr. Severance's expertise, combined with the well-structured curriculum and practical approach, creates an optimal learning experience for beginners. Whether you're an aspiring programmer or simply curious about the world of coding, this course is an invaluable resource that will set you on the right path to programming proficiency.

This was my first MOOC so I went in with an open mind and no expectations. I had absolutely no dev experience so I was looking for an online course that was truly for beginners.

The course consists of an eBook and online videos/assignments/quizzes. The professor Dr. Charles Severance is passionate about Python and enthusiastic about sharing his knowledge. He is engaging in the online lectures. In addition to the lectures, he also adds interviews and other relevant video clips - these extras made me feel like I was truly a part of this course.

The assignments/quizzes are due on a weekly basis and must be completed by Sunday evening. I felt this helped me hold myself accountable - even when I had things going on, I prioritized getting my assignment and quiz in prior to Sunday.

I enjoyed this course so much that I've decided to complete the entire Coursera Learn to Program and Analyze Data with Python Specialization.

I really enjoyed the online course. I thought it was well planned and layed out, easy for me to follow. The work load (h.w. & test) was just enough, so I could finish everything with enough time, learn about the topics and not feel over loaded and rushed.

Overall I really like this class because all lectures, assignments, and tests are straight forward. A couple things I dislike about the class are that there should be more opportunities for extra credit and it would be awesome if the final was an objective essay about what we have learned in this class or what we like about the class. I believe that I have more knowledge about ocean, weather, and marine lives and hopefully, I can use them in real life.

The course was everything you said it would be, fun but a lot of work. And it was! I enjoyed the web-labs because they were a lot of fun and easy to understand. And the answers were usually somewhere in the text. I also liked the assignments that required us to get online. Sometimes articles aside from the reading book gave me a better idea and understanding of the subject for that week. What I disliked was the short essay question because I found it difficult to explain certain concepts without introducing in some way, Ideas from the course notes or book (keeping in mind plagiarism). I never expected to learn so much from an online class; I now see the ocean life in a whole new way. I know I could have done better, but in the end I learned that an online class could be as much work or more than a regular class. However, I still enjoyed it very much.

I really enjoyed this class and the format it was presented in. For me, I learn and retain much more through an online class due to the fact you can do the course as an ¡§open book.¡¨ This really makes me search for the answer and in return, I retain more information. I found it relaxing to be able to turn the work on the assignments and test at my leisure and when I had the time. I liked the fact you were very clear that more internet research may be necessary for some assignments To be honest, there is nothing that I disliked about the course. I will definitely be taking another online course from you!

To be honest , this was my first online class. I am looking forward to taking more online classes. The experience of this class has being nothing but positive. I thought the coarse outline/power point was extremely helpful. The homework, quizzes and test were reasonable. I would have enjoyed experiencing a field trip to Carlsbad or Oceanside, my only suggestion would be to have more days available for those who cannot make it on the specific time/day. Maybe a field trip later in the day? Or another weekend? I have to say this class made me more aware of current event dealing with the ocean and weather. I also did something for the first time as a north county resident, I participated in the annual grunion run in Carlsbad. Lots of fun!!! Enjoy the summer Mr.T.

I really liked learning about the tide pools and local labs. Originally I enrolled in this class because I am not from CA or even a coastal areas ( I am from WI) so I thought it would be good to learn a little about the waves, swells and currents as I venture into the water a little more the longer I have lived here. I had no idea the depth of the earth’s oceans or the importance of them. I really liked the online option of this class because I am a very busy person (2 jobs and college). The only thing that was a little confusing at first was all the different resources. In the beginning I had a hard time finding the answers to questions because I wasn’t sure where to look. The book, Notes, PowerPoint presentations, web-labs, the cd with the book… Just was a little much but as the semester progressed I got the feel of it and benefited from all the information