Over the years I have taught programming using QBasic, Basic, HyperCard (which was a lot of fun), C, C++, and Java. Yes, it really doesn't matter which one you use, because the basic thought processes of programming are still there. Kids get turned off C and J++ as well as Java because it ends up being harder than they thought it would be. Not that this is bad, its just kids want to get A's without really having to work hard at it sometimes.
If I get enough kids for C++ this next semester, I'll use Linux because it is built in. js -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jackie Fonley Sent: Monday, December 01, 2003 9:47 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [info-tech] Computer Programming OK, I have just been informed we are offering Computer Programming next semester (mid Jan), and that I am the lucky one who gets to teach it. So, what I need to know is "What do I need?" . . . . I have had recommendations to go with Visual Basic(?). I am looking for textbooks needed, software possibly--any information at all would be helpful. Thanks in advance to anyone with any information! -Jackie Fonley --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by the algona.k12.ia.us server.] --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] --------------------------------------------------------- Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/[EMAIL PROTECTED]/ --------------------------------------------------------- --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus on the server aea8.k12.ia.us] --------------------------------------------------------- Archived messages from this list can be found at: http://www.mail-archive.com/[EMAIL PROTECTED]/ ---------------------------------------------------------
