{"product_id":"click-connect-compute-computer-science-essentials-by-dharini-balasubramaniam-9781526327918","title":"Click, Connect, Compute: Computer Science Essentials","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComputer science fundamentals, using clear, expert explanations and comic illustrations to spark interest and enthusiasm in the next generation of computer scientists!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eComputer Science Essentials\u003c\/em\u003e looks at the key pillars of this fascinating discipline: from its role in communication and education, to healthcare and entertainment. Readers will get to grips with the hardware, software and pioneers of computer science who have driven new ideas and changed the world. At the end of the book, it fast-forwards to the future of computer science, robotics, and considers what it might mean to live in a 'smarter' world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eClick, Connect, Compute\u003c\/em\u003e series untangles the computer science web and teaches children about the essentials of computer software, hardware, and digital literacy as well as discussing the ethics surrounding this evolving field. Featuring fun, friendly comic strip illustrations, pioneer bios, and a quiz, this is a perfect read for children aged 8+.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWritten in a clear, thoughtful way by computer science expert, Dr Dharini Balasubramaniam, a strong advocate for ethics and education in her field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eContents: What is computer science? \/ Computer science and our world \/ Must-have parts \/ The key players in computer science \/ Important ideas at play \/ The fascinating fundamentals \/ Spotting computer science in the wild \/ It's more than just tech \/ Opening up a variety of careers \/ The future of computer science \/ Pioneer portraits \/ Further information \/ Glossary \/ Quiz yourself! \/ Index\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBooks in the series: \u003cem\u003eComputer Science Essentials\u003c\/em\u003e \/ \u003cem\u003eData, Big and Small\u003c\/em\u003e \/ \u003cem\u003eSmart Machines\u003c\/em\u003e \/ \u003cem\u003eThe Languages of Programming\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47430299255020,"sku":"9781526327918","price":24.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781526327918.jpg?v=1774559238","url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/products\/click-connect-compute-computer-science-essentials-by-dharini-balasubramaniam-9781526327918","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}