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Why sorting and searching algorithms are not enough

Published on: 01/10/2026

Six classroom-ready real-world algorithms to teach beyond sorting and searching. Includes a detailed greedy algorithm example with coin change plus practical links to Python, constraints, trade-offs and computational thinking.

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Rethinking Programming Pedagogy: A Comparison of PRIMM and JUMP123

Published on: 20/03/2024

Rethinking Programming Pedagogy: A Comparison of PRIMM and JUMP123

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5 techniques to help you learn to code

Published on: 23/07/2020

Ever wanted to learn how to write computer programs? With these 5 tips you can learn how to write code using any programming language.

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