Why computer science students need language

  • Authors:
  • Theresa Beaubouef

  • Affiliations:
  • Southeastern Louisiana University, Hammond, Louisiana

  • Venue:
  • ACM SIGCSE Bulletin
  • Year:
  • 2003

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Abstract

Many students enter the field of computer science with misconceptions about the importance of communication skills. They often choose this field, thinking they will end up with jobs working alone or with other "techies" developing computer games, and not having to deal with people. These students often do not realize the significance of reading, writing, and speaking skills in computer science. This paper discusses several relevant areas of computer science, and explains why computer science students need skills covered in English, speech, technical writing, and even foreign language courses in order to achieve success as a computing professional.