This course introduces students to both the Logo programming language and to multimedia project development on the computer. Students will learn to use Logo as a tool for developing multimedia projects employing still graphics and pictures as well as sound tapes and movie tapes and movie video displays which allow for the creation of activities with pictures and moving parts. For Educators This course will focus on innovative and effective use of the Internet for classroom instruction. The course includes development of materials for use in the classroom, Internet searches, email and distribution list development, and instruction in web page design and related software. The purpose of this course is to provide educators instruction in the development of educational software, particularly in applying and programming hypermedia software.
Emphasis is placed on techniques for classroom instruction.
The College Board Advanced Placement Program tests are discussed. Utilizes IBM PC and modern-based compilers. This course prepares secondary computer science teachers to teach the A level course content of the College Board Advanced Placement Examination in computer science. Emphasis will be placed on the use of algorithms, proper documentation, program structure, and top-down program design. This course prepares secondary computer science teachers to teach the A-B level course content of the College Board Advanced Placement Examination in computer science.