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This book presents a breadth-first introduction to computing.  Intended for college freshman, it introduces the reader to the fields of computing and computation that may lead to further studies in computer science, information systems, or as a standalone introduction to the subject.  The necessary mathematics, problem solving strategies, algorithm development, and introductory C++ programming are integrated into various computer topics throughout the book, thus fulfilling many of the ACM’s recommendations for a breadth-first introduction to computing. Unlike many breadth-first introductions, this book provides sufficient rigor to act as a prerequisite to computer programming, computer architecture, discrete mathematics and programing languages.  


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Kian L. Pokorny is a Professor of Computing at McKendree University. He has fifteen years teaching experience at small universities in the computing discipline and chaired the department for nine years. Dr. Pokorny teaches a broad range of computing courses including Introduction to Computing I (CS1), the course for which this book is focused.  Additionally, he has developed degree programs in Computational Science, Information Technology, and Interactive Media. He has presented at professional conferences and publish a number of peer reviewed articles focusing on various aspects of teaching and pedagogy in computing.  

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