Programming Paradigms and Syntax · Term 1

Complex Data Structures: Lists and Arrays

Explore how to store collections of data using lists and arrays, and perform operations on them.

Key Questions

  1. Differentiate between a single variable and a list/array for storing multiple values.
  2. Construct code to add, remove, and access elements within a list.
  3. Analyze the efficiency of different methods for searching within a list.

Ontario Curriculum Expectations

CS.HS.P.2CS.HS.A.4
Grade: Grade 10
Subject: Computer Science
Unit: Programming Paradigms and Syntax
Period: Term 1

Suggested Methodologies

Problem-Based Learning

Tackle open-ended problems without predetermined solutions

35–60 min

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Collaborative Problem-Solving

Structured group problem-solving with defined roles

25–50 min

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