For the Introduction to Computer Science course Computer Science‎:‎ An Overview uses broad coverage and clear exposition to present a complete picture of the dynamic computer science field‎.‎ Accessible to students from all backgrounds‎,‎ Glenn Brookshear uses a language‎-independent context to encourage the development of a practical‎,‎ realistic understanding of the field‎.‎ An overview of each of the important areas of Computer Science provides students with a general level of proficiency for future courses‎.‎ Teaching and Learning Experience This program will provide a better teaching and learning experience‎-for you and your students‎.‎ It will help‎:‎ *Develop a Practical‎,‎ Realistic Understanding of Computer Science‎:‎ A language‎-independent overview of each of the important areas of Computer Science prepares students for future courses‎.‎ *Fit your Course Preferences‎:‎ Individual chapters are independent and can be covered in an order that suits your course‎.‎ *Reinforce Core Concepts‎:‎ More than 1000 Questions and Exercises‎,‎ Chapter Review Problems‎,‎ and Social Issues questions give students the opportunity to apply concepts‎.‎