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SIGCSE
2008
ACM
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A new paradigm for programming competitions
The annual ACM International Collegiate Programming Contest produces a competitive paradigm that is at odds with the pedagogical goals of modern computer science and software engi...
James F. Bowring
IIE
2006
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Structure, Scoring and Purpose of Computing Competitions
We identify aspects of computing competition formats as they relate to the purpose of these competitions, both stated and tacit. We consider the major international competitions
Gordon V. Cormack, Ian Munro, Troy Vasiga, Graeme ...