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Introduce a new concept by having students modify existing, well-defined programs before writing programs from scratch.

  • Students should be led to the point where they can design a program on their own given only the specifications, an initially daunting task.

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  • AP A
  • Effective Encouragement
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Tips from Deborah Power Carter The College Board’s AP Computer Science Teacher’s Guide.

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Create an environment where students feel safe approaching teaching assistants for help to ensure they get all the support they need to succeed in the course.
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Create a group of student mentors who have already completed your school’s introductory computer science courses to give current students peer role models.

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