Original historical sources in data structures and algorithms courses

Authors:
Inna Pivkina
Affiliations:
New Mexico State University, Las Cruces, NM
Venue:
Journal of Computing Sciences in Colleges
Year:
2011

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Abstract

Data Structure and Algorithms courses are often hard for students. Can the use of projects based on original historical sources make it a better experience for students? The paper describes three such projects which were used to cover some of the material in Data Structures and Algorithms courses. Classroom experience with the projects and student reactions to them are presented.