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Have students write short computer science poems for extra credit to encourage them to show what they’ve learned in a new way.

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  • This can be a fun exercise for more creative students, and it also requires an in-depth understanding of concepts.
  • Below is an example poem from Hélène Martin. Check out her blog for more great poems!

    My mind has gone blank
    Now as void as a method
    that does not return

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Hélène Martin's website under "Programming Poetry"

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