Using Visualization To Teach Novices Recursion (2001)
| Venue: | Proceedings of the 6 th Annual Conference on Innovation and Technology in Computer Science Education |
| Citations: | 13 - 3 self |
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@INPROCEEDINGS{Dann01usingvisualization,
author = {Wanda Dann and Stephen Cooper},
title = {Using Visualization To Teach Novices Recursion},
booktitle = {Proceedings of the 6 th Annual Conference on Innovation and Technology in Computer Science Education},
year = {2001},
pages = {109--112}
}
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Abstract
This paper describes an approach for introducing recorsion, as pan of a course for novice programmers. The course is designed to mke use of a 3-D animation word-builder as a visualization tool that allows students to see their own programs in action. One of the pedagogical goals of the course is to enable the student to gain an intuitive sense of and mathematical insight into the recursire process. The software, examples of animation using recursion, and some experiences in using this approach are discussed.
