Monthly Archives: March 2013

Adapting Classic Computer Science Problems for Elementary Students: Case Study of the Four Color Map Theorem

Posted on March 13, 2013 by JohnHeffernan

Here’s the abstract for a little research project I am planning for my final project for my inquiry learning course.  Still trying to pinpoint exactly what to collect for data and what I am looking for.  I tend to be … Continue reading →

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Computer Programming at Williamsburg Schools

Posted on March 5, 2013 by JohnHeffernan

There’s been a lot of buzz about a recent video featuring Mark Zuckerberg (founder of FaceBook) and Bill Gates (co-founder of Microsoft).  You can watch it at http://www.code.org/.  The video advocates the teaching of programming to students (including young students).  … Continue reading →

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