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MindTap Computer Science, 1 term (6 months) Instant Access for Schneider/Gersting’s Invitation to Computer Science, 7th Edition

G. Michael Schneider, Judith Gersting

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MindTap Computer Science, 1 term (6 months) Instant Access for Schneider/Gersting’s Invitation to Computer Science 7th Edition by G. Michael Schneider/Judith Gersting

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Overview

MindTap for Schneider/Gersting\u2019s Invitation to Computer Science, 7th Edition is the digital learning solution that powers students from memorization to mastery. It gives you complete control of your course\u2014to provide engaging content, to challenge every individual, and to build their confidence. Empower students to accelerate their progress with MindTap. MindTap: Powered by You. MindTap helps students master skills for today\u2019s workforce. Research shows employers need critical thinkers, troubleshooters and creative problem-solvers. MindTap helps you achieve this with assignments, activities and labs that provide hands-on practice, real-life relevance and mastery of difficult concepts. Assignments progress from basic to more challenging problems. Readings and \u201CWhiteboard Shorts\u201D support the lecture, while \u201CIn The News\u201D assignments encourage students to stay current. Analytics track class progress.

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G. Michael Schneider

G. Michael Schneider is Professor Emeritus of Mathematics and Computer Science at Macalester College in St. Paul, Minnesota. He also served as a Visiting Professor of Computer Science at Columbia University in New York. His professional interests include parallel processing, computer networks, programming methodology, and computer science education. He has written many successful textbooks on software development, data structures, computer organization, and a breadth-first overview of computer science. Dr. Schneider was a member of the committee that authored the ACM/IEEE Computing Curriculum 2001. He has received Fulbright Grants to teach computer science and applied mathematics in Mauritius, Malaysia, Nepal, and Mongolia. He received his B.S. from Michigan University and his M.Sc. and Ph.D. in computer science from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Judith Gersting

Judith Gersting is a Professor Emeritus of Computer Science at the University of Hawaii at Hilo and at Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis, where she now teaches part-time. An experienced educator and respected professional, Dr. Gersting has written a number of leading college textbooks. Her areas of specialization include theoretical computer science and computer science education. She earned her B.S. from Stetson University and her M.A. and Ph.D. in mathematics from Arizona State University.

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