[Edu-sig] re: Python Programming: An Introduction to Computer Science

Toby Donaldson tjd at sfu.ca
Sun Dec 14 04:32:26 EST 2003


> In my view, we need more programming in the mathematics curriculum,
which
> means recognizing that writing programs is likewise a way of writing
> mathematics. Or, more accurately, I'd say both kinds of writing are
> similar kinds of symbolic activity which deserve a prime spot in K-12 
> education.

I think teaching math and programming is a very interesting idea ...
proofs are just a kind of code walkthrough. 

Toby
--
Dr. Toby Donaldson
Assistant Professor
School of Interactive Arts and Technology
Simon Fraser University







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