Date and time:
Venue: 10.08.04
Chair: Xiaodong Li
Abstract:
A Java Task force was formed by ACM Education Board two years back, to make
it easier to teach Java to first year computer science students by coming up
with pedagogical resources. Some of the problems identified were:
1. Lack
of a simple input mechanism
2. Lack
of parametric classes
3. Difficulty
in using the Wrapper classes
Java 1.5 has introduced a number of new classes and enhancements to fix some
common problems faced by introductory students.
However other problems, such as inappropriate GUI components for
beginners still remain a concern.
This talk will highlight some enhancements in J2SE 5.0. It hopes to promote discussion on ways to
further improving the teaching methodologies using these enhancements and ways
of working around existing problems. The changing profile of students requires
us to adapt new ways to keep our students interested in our programs.
About the speaker:
Charles Thevathayan is a lecturer
at the
Seminar Organisation
Seminars are free and open to the general public. No booking is necessary. If you are interested in giving a presentation in this seminar series, or to make suggestions for speakers, please contact Xiaodong Li, the seminar co-ordinator.