I really would like to start with C myself, but theres always the small stuff that causes problems, like a book that focuses on a different OS and compiler, small differences that makes stuff really hard for an inexperienced person.
There is no obvious place for an Amiga owner to start from scratch, very little material and even less courses etc...
If/when OS 4 is released it would be totally awsome if some experienced coders could get together and focus on teaching C/C++ programming and really figure out new ways to teach people without a coding background. (Courses could mean revenue) :-D
Obviously, the folks at Amiga and Hyperion really should make an effort to promote development aswell as it could boost the platforms viability.