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Resource develops essential computing skills through realistic business scenarios
HOUSTON - eMusicWire -- OpenStax, the world's largest publisher of open educational resources and a provider of interactive learning technologies based at Rice University, announces the publication of "Introduction to Computer Science." As a free digital learning textbook, this resource provides extensive coverage of core concepts such as algorithms, data structures, computer systems and software development with real-world applications highlighting how these concepts solve complex problems.
The digital publication of this resource allows it to provide both interactive and practical learning opportunities to guide students through software development processes such as Spiral, Unified and Agile, which prepare students for real-world business scenarios while also addressing the roles equity and inequity play in the field through conceptual discussions, features, applications and questions. Advanced topics like machine learning, cybersecurity and cloud computing provide students with a solid foundation for continued study and success in future careers.
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"By making 'Introduction to Computer Science' freely available, we hope to help students gain the foundational knowledge they need for meaningful participation in a digital world," said Anthony Palmiotto, director of higher education at OpenStax. "One reason in particular I'm excited for the publication of this resource is because it explores the global aspects and impacts of computing with many examples, including the internationalization of frameworks and applications, policy and governance differences and consumer and corporate cultural variations."
Each chapter of the textbook features interactive, hands-on activities, chapter-based scenarios and project-based assessments that allow students to apply their knowledge in realistic settings. Embedded coding exercises, industry insights and explorations of emerging technology trends enrich the learning experience and encourage students to develop problem-solving skills in meaningful, context-driven ways.
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"Introduction to Computer Science" provides an engaging entry point for students pursuing a wide range of academic fields and career paths, including computer science, data science, engineering, social sciences and more. With practical insights into the applications of computational thinking across various domains, this resource is intended to meet the needs of both computer science majors and nonmajors alike.
To access "Introduction to Computer Science" for free from OpenStax, click here (https://openstax.org/details/books/introduction-computer-science).
The digital publication of this resource allows it to provide both interactive and practical learning opportunities to guide students through software development processes such as Spiral, Unified and Agile, which prepare students for real-world business scenarios while also addressing the roles equity and inequity play in the field through conceptual discussions, features, applications and questions. Advanced topics like machine learning, cybersecurity and cloud computing provide students with a solid foundation for continued study and success in future careers.
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"By making 'Introduction to Computer Science' freely available, we hope to help students gain the foundational knowledge they need for meaningful participation in a digital world," said Anthony Palmiotto, director of higher education at OpenStax. "One reason in particular I'm excited for the publication of this resource is because it explores the global aspects and impacts of computing with many examples, including the internationalization of frameworks and applications, policy and governance differences and consumer and corporate cultural variations."
Each chapter of the textbook features interactive, hands-on activities, chapter-based scenarios and project-based assessments that allow students to apply their knowledge in realistic settings. Embedded coding exercises, industry insights and explorations of emerging technology trends enrich the learning experience and encourage students to develop problem-solving skills in meaningful, context-driven ways.
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"Introduction to Computer Science" provides an engaging entry point for students pursuing a wide range of academic fields and career paths, including computer science, data science, engineering, social sciences and more. With practical insights into the applications of computational thinking across various domains, this resource is intended to meet the needs of both computer science majors and nonmajors alike.
To access "Introduction to Computer Science" for free from OpenStax, click here (https://openstax.org/details/books/introduction-computer-science).
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