Alice in Action with Java, an innovative new text by Joel Adams, provides CS1 users with a meaningful and motivating introduction to object-oriented programming. Using a spiral pedagogy, Adams introduces key object-oriented topics using Alice 2.0, then circles back to the same concepts in Java. Alice was developed to help teach introductory programming techniques in a less syntax-intensive environment, and addresses some of the barriers that currently prevent many users from successfully learning to program. By initially introducing basic concepts in Alice, users will have a positive first programming experience and a foundation on which to build when they revisit those concepts in Java.
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 4.5 / 5.0
The best of the Alice texts:
Off all the Alice 2.0 texts - this is, in my opinon, the best. It goes directly to Java when the (many) Alice flaws start to cause problems.
A wonderful approach to early object oriented programming:
This book is very well written and contains detailed, step by step, visual instructions which are easy for introductory students to follow. I used this book as a supplement in my introductory programming class. The students were able to follow and surpass the requirements for the class.
