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Explain inheritance using an “is-a” relationship and composition using a “has-a” relationship.

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Compare a program to a military dictatorship to emphasize that correctly-formed computer program instructions are followed literally and without question.

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Use analogies to real-life things or events in order to provide students with a more concrete picture of abstract concepts.

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Use treasure hunts as a way to motivate linux commands.

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Approach local store owners to see if they would like a website built by your class.

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Use the "PB&J" sandwich activity to introduce important components of algorithms.

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Build your course around "big ideas" that are motivated by "essential questions" to excite students.

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When designing CS courses for total novices, integrate activities based on students’ pre-existing interests to engage them.

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Ask students what they like about programming—it lets you know what to focus on so that students remain interested.

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Model the software engineering process by having students design games or other projects for an audience. This helps students gain valuable, hands-on experience and make connections to real world applications.

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