Martin J. Biernat
Abstract
This paper describes several teaching tools used in an Analysis of Algorithms course. The tools aid in reviewing data structures and explaining various algorithms while actively involving the student with the algorithms. These tools have helped students not only understand and retain the concepts behind the algorithms, but has also raised their level of interest in the class.
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