There was only one computer science class this week due to the photo takings, and this class was our first computer science class which I was very excited about.
In this class, I learned everyone’s name as everyone introduced themselves. I got to know who is our computer science teacher. I learned some basic information about pre-IB computer science class such as the content of the class, some requirements, and etc. We appointed a class assistant. We were also required to set our computers in English, install multiple internet browsers, create several accounts, and test our typing skills. I found that I can type 57 words per minute, but I’m not sure whether this score is good or not. I also tried to type when the keyboard was covered, and I can type 28 words per minute. I found that I could type fluently sometimes when the keyboard was covered, but if I stuck for once, I would be stuck for a while.
As for my expectations from the pre-IB computer science class, firstly I hope that I can have a clearer mind on how the IB computer science class would be and how computer science can be applied in real life after having this course so that I will be able to decide whether I want to take it or not when I turn to grade 11. Secondly, I hope to learn some basic computer skills. I also want to know at least what programming is as I have literally no idea about it when people mention it. Thirdly, I wish to know some latest news in the world of computer science or technology because I believe that modern technologies such as robotics are developing rapidly and becoming increasingly important and it is vital not to fall behind the times.
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