Learn the basic concepts in theoretical computer science. Discover what they imply for solving tough computational challenges.
Type of Material:
Online Course
Recommended Uses:
It is a completion self-pacing course on computation theories. However, users can choose to view one or two sessions on a particular topic.
Technical Requirements:
Web browser
Identify Major Learning Goals:
Upon completion of this course, students should be able to:
1. describe the basic concepts in theoretical computer science
2. explain NP-completeness and reduction
3. analysis algorithm
Target Student Population:
Graduate School; Undergraduate; College high;
Prerequisite Knowledge or Skills:
As mentioned in the first video, the course assumes the learners to know about some basics about algorithms, programming and mathematics.
Content Quality
Rating:
Strengths:
The course material is very comprehensive and complete. It covers the basic theoretical computer science concepts, algorithm alaysis, NP-completness, reduction, etc. The information is accurate and appropriate for undergraduate or college students in computer science or related programmes.
Potential Effectiveness as a Teaching Tool
Rating:
Strengths:
The objectives and the pre-requisite knowledge are very clear in this course. As the information is very complete and clear, it helps students to reinforce their concept in theoretical computer science. The material contains quizzes and exam, which are very good resources for self-assessment.
Summary:
The course uses videos to present the topics.
It also have some quizzes provides which are relevant and concept enforcing.
While it is using hand written contents, instead of typing text and using fancy animations, the content is clear to the viewers. The subtitles in the videos are also useful.
Ease of Use for Both Students and Faculty
Rating:
Strengths:
The vidoes in this course are very clear and in high resolution. The instructions and examples are very clear. It is easy for students to use the platform to learn the concepts. The quizzes are also well-designed.
The interactivity of the quizzes are good and the learners can get the responses on the some quizzed immediately, more importantly, with explanation
Concerns:
While it is very contentful, it would be better if there are a front page explicitly to show the content and the topics, so the viewers can select some particular topics of interest, instead of scrolling through the contents.
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