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I'm more of a self-study kind of guy, so here are some places where you can learn on your own.
The official Python docs tend to be well-written and easy to understand. I recommend starting with the Brief Tour of the Standard Library section of the Tutorial.
Dive Into Python is also a good place to start. The book is available for purchase, but the author makes it freely available at his website.
Based on my previous experience with Head First books, I'd recommend Head First Python. Out of the three reviews on the main page on Amazon, the bad review is complaining about it not being "deep enough" for an experienced programmer. I have to say, the Head first series is kind of fun. (Geeky jokes, cool exercises, etc).
Python Programming for the Absolute Beginner, 3rd Edition seems to have decent reviews too.
Dive Into Python if I remember correctly assumes a little bit of experience from the reader. But it's a very good book.
I know that you are looking for something structured to pass on... but don't forget that the best thing you can "teach" is how to look things up.
Also, OCW (MIT) has a class on iTunes/YouTube on programming concepts with python. Definitely worth the time investment.