Computer Science Illuminated
6th Edition
Published on 14. January 2015
Book
Paperback/Softback
700 pages
978-1-284-05591-7 (ISBN)
Description
Each new print copy includes Navigate 2 Advantage Access that unlocks a comprehensive and interactive eBook, student practice activities and assessments, a full suite of instructor resources, and learning analytics reporting tools.
Fully revised and updated, the Sixth Edition of the best-selling text Computer Science Illuminated retains the accessibility and in-depth coverage of previous editions, while incorporating all-new material on cutting-edge issues in computer science. Authored by the award-winning Nell Dale and John Lewis, Computer Science Illuminated's unique and innovative layered approach moves through the levels of computing from an organized, language-neutral perspective.
Designed for the introductory computing and computer science course, this student-friendly Sixth Edition provides students with a solid foundation for further study, and offers non-majors a complete introduction to computing.
Key Features of the Sixth Edition include:
Access to Navigate 2 online learning materials including a comprehensive and interactive eBook, student practice activities and assessments, learning analytics reporting tools, and more
Completely revised sections on HTML and CSS
Updates regarding Top Level Domains, Social Networks, and Google Analytics
All-new section on Internet management, including ICANN control and net neutrality
New design, including fully revised figures and tables
New and updated Did You Know callouts are included in the chapter margins
New and revised Ethical Issues and Biographies throughout emphasize the history and breadth of computing
Available in our customizable PUBLISH platform
A collection of programming language chapters are available as low-cost bundling options. Available chapters include: Java, C++, Python, Alice, SQL, VB.NET, RUBY, Perl, Pascal, and JavaScript.
With Navigate 2, technology and content combine to expand the reach of your classroom. Whether you teach an online, hybrid, or traditional classroom-based course, Navigate 2 delivers unbeatable value. Experience Navigate 2 today at www.jblnavigate.com/2
Fully revised and updated, the Sixth Edition of the best-selling text Computer Science Illuminated retains the accessibility and in-depth coverage of previous editions, while incorporating all-new material on cutting-edge issues in computer science. Authored by the award-winning Nell Dale and John Lewis, Computer Science Illuminated's unique and innovative layered approach moves through the levels of computing from an organized, language-neutral perspective.
Designed for the introductory computing and computer science course, this student-friendly Sixth Edition provides students with a solid foundation for further study, and offers non-majors a complete introduction to computing.
Key Features of the Sixth Edition include:
Access to Navigate 2 online learning materials including a comprehensive and interactive eBook, student practice activities and assessments, learning analytics reporting tools, and more
Completely revised sections on HTML and CSS
Updates regarding Top Level Domains, Social Networks, and Google Analytics
All-new section on Internet management, including ICANN control and net neutrality
New design, including fully revised figures and tables
New and updated Did You Know callouts are included in the chapter margins
New and revised Ethical Issues and Biographies throughout emphasize the history and breadth of computing
Available in our customizable PUBLISH platform
A collection of programming language chapters are available as low-cost bundling options. Available chapters include: Java, C++, Python, Alice, SQL, VB.NET, RUBY, Perl, Pascal, and JavaScript.
With Navigate 2, technology and content combine to expand the reach of your classroom. Whether you teach an online, hybrid, or traditional classroom-based course, Navigate 2 delivers unbeatable value. Experience Navigate 2 today at www.jblnavigate.com/2
More details
Edition
6th New edition
Language
English
Place of publication
Sudbury
United States
Target group
Professional and scholarly
College/higher education
Edition type
New edition
Weight
964 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-284-05591-7 (9781284055917)
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Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
New editions
Nell Dale | John Lewis
Computer Science Illuminated
Book
01/2019
7th Edition
Jones and Bartlett Publishers, Inc
€202.04
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Previous edition
Other
02/2014
5th Edition
Jones and Bartlett Publishers, Inc
€133.76
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Persons
Nell Dale received a B.S. in Mathematics and Psychology from the University of Houston, a M.A. in Mathematics, from the University of Texas at Austin, and a Ph.D. in Computer Sciences from the University of Texas at Austin. Nell Dale has been on the faculty at the University of Texas, Austin since 1975. She teaches occasionally but concentrates on computer science education, writing, traveling, tennis, and bridge -- and her family of course.
John Lewis is a leading educator and author in the field of computer science. He has written a market-leading textbook on Java software and program design. After earning his undergraduate degree, M.S., and Ph.D. in computer science at Virginia Tech, John joined the faculty of the Department of Computing Sciences at Villanova University. He has received numerous teaching awards, including the University Award for Teaching Excellence and the Goff Award for Outstanding Teaching. His professional interests include'object-oriented technologies, multimedia, and software engineering. In addition to his teaching and writing, John actively participates in the Special Interest Group on Computer Science Education (SIGCSE), and finds time to spend with his family or in his workshop.
John Lewis is a leading educator and author in the field of computer science. He has written a market-leading textbook on Java software and program design. After earning his undergraduate degree, M.S., and Ph.D. in computer science at Virginia Tech, John joined the faculty of the Department of Computing Sciences at Villanova University. He has received numerous teaching awards, including the University Award for Teaching Excellence and the Goff Award for Outstanding Teaching. His professional interests include'object-oriented technologies, multimedia, and software engineering. In addition to his teaching and writing, John actively participates in the Special Interest Group on Computer Science Education (SIGCSE), and finds time to spend with his family or in his workshop.