Reflections on organization and implementation of algorithm-design-based courses

Algorithm design ability is the most fundamental and principal ability for students majoring in computer. Algorithm design courses give stress over abstraction, practice and creativity of the knowledge. Therefore, the difficulty in teaching is also increased to certain extent. With aim at the features of algorithm design courses, the thesis proposes that the principle of overall arrangement, good foundation and making progresses gradually shall be observed in organizing the courses. Also, the methods for enhancing students' interests, cultivating the ability to analyze questions abstractly and solve actual problems during the implementation of courses are discussed in great detail. Finally, the guiding points in practical teaching are also summarized in the paper.