Algorithm Visualization Laboratory

这个项目利用一个具有图形功能的实验室来显示算法对数据结构的影响。使用动画，数据结构在被算法操作时被显示出来，这样学生可以从概念层面理解数据结构和算法，而不是用特定的语言表示。算法可视化实验室有六(6)台Macintosh II微型计算机参与本地Appletalk网络。六个系统中的一个作为以太网络的网关，将麦金塔II与大学的VAX 11-780和MicroVAX连接起来。大多数算法软件的开发都是在MicroVAX上完成的，然后传输到Macintosh计算机上进行图形显示。该实验室使用一种能够在大屏幕上展示交互式Macintosh会话的头顶投影系统。实时显示允许教师演示算法性能的概念，它允许学生在个人的基础上实验算法和数据结构——他们通过观察算法的执行来学习算法。这笔奖金将由受资助者提供等额的奖金。

This project utilizes a laboratory with graphics capabilities to display the effects of algorithms on data structures. Using animation, data structures are displayed as they are manipulated by algorithms so that students may understand the data structures and algorithms from a conceptual level apart from their representation in a particular language. The algorithm visualization laboratory has six (6) Macintosh II microcomputers participating in a local Appletalk network. One of the six systems serves as a gateway to an Ethernet network linking the Macintosh II's to the University's VAX 11-780 and MicroVAX. Most algorithm software development is done on the MicroVAX and then transmitted to the Macintosh computers for graphic display. The lab uses an overhead projection system capable of presenting an interactive Macintosh session on a large screen. Real-time display allows the instructor to demonstrate concepts of algorithm performance and it allows students to experiment with algorithms and data structures on an individual basis - they learn about algorithms by watching them perform. This award is being matched by an equal sum from the grantee.