Teaching computer graphics constructively

ABSTRACT

This paper is concerned with the teaching of interactive computer graphics. It provides a short overview of two influential constructivist epistemologies and describes a preliminary attempt to apply them in practical graphics education.

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INDEX TERMS

Primary Classification:
  K. Computing Milieux
  K.3 COMPUTERS AND EDUCATION
      K.3.1 Computer Uses in Education
          Subjects: Collaborative learning

Additional Classification:
  K. Computing Milieux
  K.3 COMPUTERS AND EDUCATION
      K.3.2 Computer and Information Science Education
          Subjects: Computer science education

Keywords:
computer graphics education, constructivism