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Introduction to Computer Science is an introductory course for undergraduates majoring in computer science and technology, which plays an important role in the disciplinary teaching system. Using a mixed teaching method, the course aims to improve students’ practical abilities with the combination of theory teaching and practice.
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FOUND projects: Reform and Construction of Undergraduate Experimental Practice Teaching in East China University of Science and Technology; and MOOC “Introduction of Computer Science” course construction. “Action Plan for Innovation on Science and Technology” Projects of Shanghai (project No: 16511101000).
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Yang, J., Zheng, H., Guo, W. (2020). Teaching Introduction to Computer Science with the Mixed Method. In: Atiquzzaman, M., Yen, N., Xu, Z. (eds) Big Data Analytics for Cyber-Physical System in Smart City. BDCPS 2019. Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing, vol 1117. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-2568-1_151
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