Teaching the Python programming language in higher education institutions

Abstract

In the modern digital society, the range of professions whose activities are related to the tasks of processing a large amount of data is expanding. For a quick, efficient, and high-quality solution of such tasks, appropriate software tools developed by professional programmers are required. The Python programming language allows fast, simple and economic development of new software tools within the framework of professional duties by employees who do not have deep knowledge in the field of programming but are well aware of the subject specifics of tasks. For this reason, the introduction of Python into the educational process in universities taking into account the peculiarities of educational directions can be a good tool for increasing the level of readiness of graduates for professional activity.This article discusses the problem of integrating the Python programming language into the informatics course at universities. It is proposed to determine the content of educational materials depending on the specifics of the field of study. It is recommended to organize the process of learning the Python programming language based on the classification of modules. The research uses methods of analysis and synthesis of existing sources on the Python language, training programs in various educational directions, standard programs for teaching informatics and information technology. An approximate list of topics and educational literature on the Python language is proposed, taking into account the specifics of educational directions of bachelor’s degree programs.University graduates with Python language skills within the limits recommended in this article, in addition to professional skills, will also have programming competencies and will be able to implement programming skills within their professional duties.