Development Methods

Use Problets.org to help students practice programming basics in C++, Java, C#, or Visual Basic

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Use this list of common coding errors to help students debug.

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When a student gets stuck on syntax, like a missing semicolon, just fix it for them so they don’t become frustrated.

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Tell students that they have to fix their indentation before you’ll help them debug to encourage well-organized code.

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Teach your students to proofread their code multiple times to help them find typos more effectively.

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Emphasize the need to account for the empty case, which is often overlooked and causes errors.

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Have students pay special attention to “off by one” bugs to help them avoid common mistakes in their code.

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Remember that many misconceptions regarding linked lists also occur when dealing with binary search trees so that you are prepared to identify and correct them.

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Build rapport with your class to create a comfortable learning environment. Remind students that overwhelming tasks, like undergoing code reviews, are stressful even for skilled programmers.

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Use your own mistakes to teach students what mistakes are common and how to identify them.

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