Lights...camera...computer science: using films to introduce computer science to non-majors

Authors:
Darren Lim
Affiliations:
Siena College, Loudonville, NY
Venue:
Journal of Computing Sciences in Colleges
Year:
2008

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Abstract

This paper describes a one-credit film course featuring movies that involve many aspects of computer science. This course was designed to introduce computer science to non-major students in an unconventional fashion. Using films, as well as a selection of inclass viewings, discussions and activities, students were exposed to diverse areas of computer science, such as computer animation, computer security, artificial intelligence, bioinformatics, and gender issues.