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Make sure you are prepared to explain material in multiple ways when students don’t understand it the first time around.

  • Students interpret information in many different ways, so having multiple perspectives on a topic ensures that the material can be understood by more students.
  • To learn more, visit Rob Simmons’ CS Education Zoo interview.

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CS Education Zoo Interview with Rob Simmons.
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