Using Pseudocode: Instructions in Plain English

by Jonathan Bard

Overview

In computer science, an algorithm is a plan for solving a problem. One of the simplest ways to write out an algorithm is by using pseudocode. Pseudocode might sound complex, but readers will be surprised to learn it's just the process of writing out the steps of an algorithm in plain English. Readers are introduced to STEM concepts from the Next Generation Science Standards as well as common pseudocode vocabulary. Accessible language and informational sidebars and fact boxes allow students to learn about this important computer science topic in a variety of ways.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781538331774
Publisher:	Rosen Publishing Group, Incorporated, The
Publication date:	07/30/2018
Series:	Essential Concepts in Computer Science Series
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	7.10(w) x 8.60(h) x 0.30(d)
Age Range:	9 - 11 Years

Table of Contents

Code Is All Around Us 4

Gathering Program Requirements 6

What Is Pseudocode? 8

Baking Cookies With Pseudocode 10

Graphical Pseudocode: Program Diagrams 12

Writing The First Set Of Pseudocode 14

Making Changes And Adding Keywords 16

Adding Language-Specific Syntax 18

Does Your Algorithm Actually Work? 20

Pseudocode As Comments In The Final Program 22

Writing The Final Program Code 24

Referencing Pseudocode And Debugging 26

Technology Advances Make Coding Easier 28

Pseudocode: A Helpful Tool For All Programmers 30

Glossary 31

Index 32

Websites 32