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Java: A New Brew for Educators, Administrators and Students.

Gordon, Barbara – Educom Review, 1996

Java is an object-oriented programming language developed by Sun Microsystems; its benefits include platform independence, security, and interactivity. Within the college community, Java is being used in programming courses, collaborative technology research projects, computer graphics instruction, and distance education. (AEF)

Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Science Education, Computer Security, Computer Uses in Education

Using Visual Basic to Teach Programming for Geographers.

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Slocum, Terry A.; Yoder, Stephen C. – Journal of Geography, 1996

Outlines reasons why computer programming should be taught to geographers. These include experience using macro (scripting) languages and sophisticated visualization software, and developing a deeper understanding of general hardware and software capabilities. Discusses the distinct advantages and few disadvantages of the programming language…

Descriptors: Cartography, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Interfaces