Converting from Pascal to Modula-2 in the undergraduate curriculum

ABSTRACT

Modula-2 has been adopted as the primary programming language at New Mexico State University. This paper discusses the reasons which led to this choice of a new primary programming language. It compares some of the features of Pascal, Modula-2 and Ada. It also gives the results of our implementation efforts.

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INDEX TERMS

Classification:
  D. Software
  D.3 PROGRAMMING LANGUAGES
      D.3.2 Language Classifications

          Nouns: Pascal; Modula-2; Ada

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

General Terms:
Languages