Student Tools Student Text Introduction to Computer Science: Java Programming presents a comprehensive approach to learning object-oriented programming with Java. Intended for first-time users, this engaging, hands-on text guides students to developing basic Java programs, troubleshooting, and debugging errors. By studying this text, students will learn computer science concepts of computational thinking and encoding as well as information about variables, expressions, classes, repetition, and other important programming concepts. Extension opportunities provide cross- curricular connections to math, science, and language arts that help students relate to Java’s widespread relevance in the real world. In addition to learning programming concepts, practical coverage of computing and society is addressed. The importance of abiding by basic principles of right and wrong, respecting others’ ideas, and behaving in an ethical manner are emphasized. Laboratory Manual The student laboratory manual that accompanies Introduction to Computer Science: Java Programming provides hands-on practice with warm-up exercises, Java programming activities, and debugging challenges. Each chapter corresponds to the text to reinforce key concepts and applied knowledge. Online Learning Suite (OLS) The Online Learning Suite provides the foundation of instruction and learning for digital and blended classrooms. An easy-to-manage shared classroom subscription makes the OLS a hassle-free solution for both students and instructors. An online student text and laboratory manual, along with rich supplemental content, brings digital learning to the classroom. All instructional materials are found on a convenient online bookshelf and accessible at home, at school, or on the go. G-W Companion Website The G-W Learning companion website is a study reference that contains e-flash cards and vocabulary exercises. Starter files needed to complete selected programming and cross- curricular activities are available for download. The companion website is accessible from any digital device. Online Learning Suite/Student Text Bundle Looking for a blended solution? Goodheart-Willcox offers the Online Learning Suite bundled with the printed text in one easy-to-access package. Students have the flexibility to use the printed text, the Online Learning Suite, or a combination of both components to meet their individual learning styles. The convenient packaging makes managing and accessing content easy and efficient. Instructor Tools LMS Integration Integrate Goodheart-Willcox content within your Learning Management System for a seamless user experience for both you and your students. LMS-ready content in Common Cartridge format facilitates single sign-on integration and gives you control of student enrollment and data. With a Common Cartridge integration, you can access the LMS features and tools you are accustomed to using and G-W course resources in one convenient location—your LMS. To provide a complete learning package for you and your students, G-W Common Cartridge includes the Online Learning Suite and Online Instructor Resources. When you incorporate G-W content into your courses via Common Cartridge, you have the flexibility to customize and structure the content to meet the educational needs of your students. You may also choose to add your own content to the course. QTI® question banks are available within the Online Instructor Resources for import into your LMS. These prebuilt assessments help you measure student knowledge and track results in your LMS gradebook. Questions and tests can be customized to meet your assessment needs. TOOLS FOR STUDENT AND INSTRUCTOR SUCCESS