Scaffolding for Problem Solving with Loops

CS1 / Java

Authors

  • Wei Jin Georgia Gwinnett College

Abstract

Problem-solving using loops is very challenging for students. This activity is designed to help students appreciate the power of loops and develop scaffolding strategies for solving problems using loops. The prerequisite for the activity is that Students should have learned the syntax of while loops and how they execute.

This activity was developed with NSF support through IUSE-1626765. You may request access to this activity via the following link: IntroCS-POGIL Activity Writing Program

Level: Undergraduate
Setting: Laboratory
Activity Type: Learning Cycle
Discipline: Computer Science
Course: CS1 / Java
Keywords: while loop, problem-solving using loops

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Published

2023-01-08

How to Cite

Jin, W. (2023). Scaffolding for Problem Solving with Loops: CS1 / Java. POGIL Activity Clearinghouse, 3(4). Retrieved from https://pac.pogil.org/index.php/pac/article/view/290

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CS-POGIL Activity Writing Program