New Review: Cengage Learning’s New Perspectives on Computer Concepts

comp_sci_concepts
[Source: Cengage Learning]


 

Cengage Learning’s New Perspectives on Computer Concepts 2016, Comprehensive, is a comprehensive resource that supports instruction in Advanced Placement (AP) Computer Science Principles courses.  Content is available in print and eBook formats, and additional online materials are available from Cengage. Learning List has reviewed the course’s eBook and online content.Instruction begins with an introduction, “The Digital Revolution,” that provides the history of digital technology and its role in social, political, and economic change. Subsequent chapters address digital content, digital devices, networks, the Web, social media, software, digital security, the ICT industry, information systems, databases, and programming. Instruction addresses the real-world applications of computer science and its role in a wide range of careers. The course includes articles that explore the controversial issues in computer science (e.g., data mining) and new developments (e.g., cloud technology) in the field.When accessing the course eBook through Cengage’s CourseMate LMS, students have access to an audio reader, highlighting and note taking tools, a searchable course glossary and general purpose dictionary (i.e., Mirriam-Webster), and interactive flashcards of key terms. Other online resources include tools to create customized study guides and SAM (Skills Assessment Manager) resources that provide training and assessment in Microsoft Office software and technology-related topics.

cengage learning logo
[Source: Cengage Learning]
About Cengage Learning*

Cengage Learning believes that engagement is the foundation of learning… Engagement is at our core and our focus is on engaging with learners, both in the classroom and beyond, to ensure the most effective product design, learning solutions and personalized services – all to help people learn. We understand that an engaged learner is a successful one and we are leading the transition to digital with a unique faculty AND student perspective to transform learning through engagement. Our name itself reinforces this core commitment – “engage” is at the “center” of all we do.

*The content in this section is provided by or adapted from Cengage Learning.

Subscribe to Learning List for access to full editorial reviews, alignment reports and spec sheets.

3 thoughts on “New Review: Cengage Learning’s New Perspectives on Computer Concepts”

  1. Pingback: Buy guns online
  2. Pingback: freegayporn.tube

Comments are closed.

©2024 Learning List
Privacy Policy | Methodology

Learning List, 3575 Far West Blvd. Ste. 29571
Austin, TX 78731 | PH: 512.234.4458