This course is designed to equip students, especially those from non-technical backgrounds, with foundational skills in computational thinking and programming. The primary focus is on cultivating logical thinking to solve problems and acquiring basic Python programming skills to implement these solutions through flowcharts and code. Additionally, the course introduces the fundamentals of artificial intelligence (AI), including a hands-on exploration of generative AI. Students will learn how to use AI tools like ChatGPT to generate text and music while exploring AI’s applications in creative fields and data analysis. Ethical considerations and future trends in AI will also be discussed, helping students develop a well-rounded understanding of AI technologies and their practical uses.This course is designed to equip students, especially those from non-technical backgrounds, with foundational skills in computational thinking and programming. The primary focus is on cultivating logical thinking to solve problems and acquiring basic Python programming skills to implement these solutions through flowcharts and code . Additionally, the course introduces the fundamentals of artificial intelligence (AI), including a hands-on exploration of generative AI. Students will learn how to use AI tools like ChatGPT to generate text and music while exploring AI's applications in creative fields and data analysis . Ethical considerations and future trends in AI will also be discussed, helping students develop a well-rounded understanding of AI technologies and their practical uses.
Beecher, K. (2017). Computational thinking: a beginner's guide to problem-solving and programming. Swindon, UK: BCS.
Krauss, J., & Prottsman, K. (2017). Computational thinking and coding for every student. Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage.
Beecher, K. (2017). Computational thinking: a beginner's guide to problem-solving and programming. Swindon, UK: BCS.
Krauss, J., & Prottsman, K. (2017). Computational thinking and coding for every student. Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage.
| 評分項目 Grading Method | 配分比例 Grading percentage | 說明 Description |
|---|---|---|
| Attendance and class participationAttendance and class participation attendance and class participation |
20 | |
| In-class assignmentsIn-class assignments in-class assignments |
25 | |
| ProjectProject project |
30 | |
| Midterm ExamMidterm Exam midterm exam |
25 |
