Bringing Algorithms to Life: Cooperative Computing Activities Using Students as Processors.

Bachelis, Gregory F.; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ502095

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Publication Date: 1994

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Bringing Algorithms to Life: Cooperative Computing Activities Using Students as Processors.

Bachelis, Gregory F.; And Others

School Science and Mathematics, v94 n4 p176-86 Apr 1994

Presents cooperative computing activities in which each student plays the role of a switch or processor and acts out algorithms. Includes binary counting, finding the smallest card in a deck, sorting by selection and merging, adding and multiplying large numbers, and sieving for primes. (16 references) (Author/MKR)

Descriptors: Algorithms, Class Activities, Computer Science Education, Computers, Cooperative Learning, Drama, Learning Activities, Mathematics Education, Mathematics Instruction, Physical Activities, Secondary Education

Publication Type: Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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