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Breaking the Code.

Block, David – Creative Computing, 1982

Two kinds of secret writing, codes and ciphers, are discussed. The weakness of a ciphering system mentioned in the March 1981 issue is pointed out, and an alternate method is presented. Programs written in BASIC are presented which can be used to encipher messages and help break ciphers. (MP)

Descriptors: Computer Science, Computer Science Education, Enrichment Activities, Mathematical Applications

How to Solve It--With the Computer, Part 6.

Piele, Donald T. – Creative Computing, 1981

A series of lessons designed to promote problem-solving skills by encouraging students to write programs is presented. All samples of solutions are written in BASIC. (MP)

Descriptors: Computer Programs, Computer Science Education, Discovery Learning, Instructional Materials