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Re:Principles for Programming Languages for Learners by mcphage on Sunday August 28, 2016 @11:32PM (#12379835)
> I do work with older students (aged 14-18) and the key is TREMENDOUS support. I'll happily show them the command-line stuff over and over again for a month if need be.

I think the article was written more in relation to teaching younger children, rather than high schoolers.

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Re:Principles for Programming Languages for Learners by teach on Sunday August 28, 2016 @11:59PM (#12379931)
You're right, of course.

I'm not disagreeing with the article at all, actually. I agree with all five points.

I wish there was some programming offered in the lower grades in my district.

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