An Effective Introduction To Computer Programming

‘An Effective Introduction to Computer Programming' is an introduction to the programming component of the Information Technology syllabus that is normally used in high schools. It targets mainly 4th and 5th forms (10th and 11th grades) students but may be used in 3rd forms (9th grade) at schools which introduce programming at that level. The focus is on understanding and applying basic principles in developing algorithms using program flowcharts and pseudocode.

‘How to Teach Beginners Computer Programming’ presents a series of illustrations, examples, specific problems and associated solutions to reinforce the concepts that are presented. No attempt is made to instruct the reader on how to develop a program in any particular language. It focuses on identifying basic principles in relation to the programming task.

‘How to Teach Beginners Computer Programming’ is an effective spring board for anyone who needs an effective introduction to computer programming. As a result, anyone who needs to be introduced to programming in a formal way, or intends to pursue programming as a career, must acquire ‘How to Teach Beginners Computer Programming’.