This project will bring together experienced developers from three institutions to develop a suite of materials for teaching data structures and algorithms using the algorithm visualization tool JHAVE. These materials and the tool will support student work in active, engaged learning outside the classroom. The project will develop new materials and refine existing materials during its first two years, based on formative evaluation by outside reviewers and experiences in the classroom. In the second and third years the project will provide workshops that train faculty on how to use the developed materials and how to create their own materials. Workshop participants will use project materials in their teaching and will contribute to additional evaluation. Expected project outcomes include a published student laboratory manual, a digital library of high quality Web-based visualizations, and an instructor's guide describing best practices in using these materials.

Agency
National Science Foundation (NSF)
Institute
Division of Undergraduate Education (DUE)
Type
Standard Grant (Standard)
Application #
0341148
Program Officer
Stephen C. Cooper
Project Start
Project End
Budget Start
2004-01-01
Budget End
2007-12-31
Support Year
Fiscal Year
2003
Total Cost
$197,118
Indirect Cost
Name
Grand Valley State University
Department
Type
DUNS #
City
Allendale
State
MI
Country
United States
Zip Code
49401