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Magel, E. Terry – Computing Teacher, 1989
Discusses problems associated with teaching non-recursive binary searching in computer language classes, and describes a teacher-directed dialog based on dictionary use that helps students use their previous searching experiences to conceptualize the binary search process. Algorithmic development is discussed and appropriate classroom discussion…
Descriptors: Algorithms, Computer Science Education, Concept Formation, Dialogs (Language)
