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AP Computer Science A |
On-Line for 2010-2011 School Year (Class
Full)
Teacher: Cynthia Lang
E-mail: CKLang@aol.com
Texts Required:
Technical Requirements:
Who Should Apply: The necessary prerequisites for entering the AP Computer
Science A course include a completion of Algebra II
with B or better and experience in problem solving. A student in the AP
Computer Science A course should be comfortable with
functions and the concepts found in the uses of functional notation. Previous
computer programming experience is not required. Prospective students should be
ready to commit at least 6 hours working alone on the computer in addition to
attending a 90-minute “live” online session with the teacher each week. The
live session is scheduled based on the availability of the class members.
Course Fee: $650
Course Description: This course prepares students for the AP Computer Science A Exam. Object-oriented programming methodology with a
concentration on problem solving and algorithm development is
emphasized. Students will read, answer questions, take quizzes, and most
importantly, design, code, document and test Java programs. In addition, a case
study developed by the College Board that highlights the capabilities and
implications of object-oriented program design is integrated into the
curriculum. Throughout the year, AP-style questions are practiced. However,
starting in March, the emphasis in the class shifts completely toward
preparation for the AP Exam, which is administered in May.
As a member of this class, you will be part of an online
community. You will be interacting with your classmates and the teacher through
“live” class sessions conducted through
Computer science graduates are in high demand and receive
correspondingly high salaries in the workplace. Perhaps through this
class, you will decide this is the career for you. A side benefit to studying
computer science is that it has been shown to boost
Instructor Qualifications: I have an MSChE from
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