Resource Overview
Computer Science III and IV
AP Computer Science Textbooks
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Java Programming
Publisher: Thompson Course Technology
Author:
Joyce Farrell
The topics covered in this text covers the Java programming language with the
assumption that the reader has no prior programming knowledge. Teacher
resources include questions and exercise solutions and a test bank.
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Fundamentals of Java (2003)
Publisher: Thompson Course Technology
Author:
Lambert and Osborne
The topics covered in this text range from introductory to advanced topics. This
book is easy to read however, it is not as detailed as other textbooks. Teacher
resources include Instructor’s Resource Kit (CD-ROM) which includes the
following: Instructor’s Manual, PowerPoint Presentations, Data Files, Solution
Files, Student Online Companion, and ExamView Engine and Testbank.
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Big Java
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
Author:
Cay Horstmann
This text covers introductory through advanced topics and is suitable to use for
Computer Science III and IV courses.
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Java Concepts AP Edition (2005)
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
Author:
Cay Horstmann
This text covers introductory through advanced topics and is suitable to use for
Computer Science III and IV courses. Teacher resources are included on a
supplemental textbook website.
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Java Methods A & AB AP Edition (2006)
Publisher: Skylight Publishing
Author:
Maria Litvin and Gary Litvin
The topics covered in this text covers the Java programming language with the
assumption that the reader has no prior programming knowledge. Teacher
resources include exercise solutions, PowerPoint slides and a test bank. Includes
Java 5 material for 2006-2007 AP test. Good resource for drills, programming
projects, assessments and other supplemental classroom material.
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Marine Biology Simulation Case Study
Publisher: The College Board
Author:
Alyce Brady
This text covers the Marine Biology Case Study whose topics encompass twentyfive percent of the Advanced Placement Exam questions.
Java and ActionScript Reference Books
o Head First Java, 2e; Kathy Sierra, Bert Bate; O’Reilly; 2005; ISBN: 0596009208
o Foundation Actionscript for Flash MX 2004; Sham Bhangal; friends of
ed/Springer-Verlag; 2004; ISBN: 1-59059-305-7
o The Flash Anthology: Cool Effects and Practical ActionScript; Steven Grosvenor;
sitepoint; 2004; ISBN: 0-9579218-7-X
o Sams Teach Yourself: Flash MX ActionScript in 24 Hours; Gary Rosenzweig;
Sams Publishing; 2002; ISBN: 0-672-32385-0
AP Computer Science Study Guides
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Computing Concepts with Java Essentials
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
Author:
Fran Trees and Cay Horstmann
This text is an Advanced Placement Computer Science Study Guide which can be
used for Computer Science III and Computer Science IV. Chapters are broken
into Advanced Placement topics which includes a summary of each topic
followed by a small group of practice problems and a free response question.
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Cracking the AP Computer Science A & AB Exams (2006)
Publisher: The Princeton Review
Author:
(Various Princeton Review staff)
This exam review guide provides brief reviews of each of the AP topics in both
the A and AB exams. It includes over 170 AP exam review questions and 2 full
length practice exams including both multiple choice and free response questions
with answers and explanations. The Marine Biology Case Study and related
questions are included. The guide also includes strategies for taking AP tests. It
is an excellent supplemental resource.
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Be Prepared for the AP Computer Science Exam Java
Publisher: Skylight Publishing
Author:
Maria Litvin
This text includes a section which reviews the material covered on the AP exam
with over fifty multiple choice questions with complete solutions that show you
effective strategies and shortcuts. Four complete practice exams with answers and
solutions (two A and two AB exams, with no overlap).
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125 Multiple-Choice Questions in Java
Publisher: Skylight Publishing
Author:
Maria Litvin and Gary Litvin
This text includes 125 Advanced Placement type multiple choice questions. The
text is specifically written for The Continental Mathematics League however, it is
a wonderful teaching supplement.
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175 Multiple-Choice Questions in Java (2006)
Publisher: Skylight Publishing
Author:
Maria Litvin and Gary Litvin
This text includes 175 Advanced Placement type multiple choice questions. The
text is specifically written for The Continental Mathematics League however, it is
a wonderful teaching supplement.
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Addison-Wesley's Review for the AP Computer Science Exam in Java
Publisher: Adisson and Wesley
Author: Susan Horwitz
This book provides the Java review, sample tests, and test-taking hints for the AP
Exam in Computer Science. The book includes four comprehensive sample
exams, a review of the core Java topics, an extensive glossary that provides quick
and easy reference of Java and general computer science terms, and a multitude of
test-taking hints.
Computer Science AP Related Internet Sites
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http://apcentral.collegeboard.org
Once the site is open, search for computer science. The site offers up-to-date
information regarding all aspects of the exam. Teachers should check the site
often in order to remain current on the AP test information. The site also provides
links to related sites that can assist the computer science instructor and Marine
Biology Case Study downloads.
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java.sun.com
A download of Java is available on this website along with the all the Java APIs
(Application Program Interface)
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http://skylit.com
This site includes PowerPoint teaching slides which go along with Maria and
Gary Litvin’s Java Methods book.
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http://www.phschool.com/atschool/
Code: GDK 0001
This site includes Teacher’s Resource Material for Java Software Solutions for
AP Computer Science by Lewis | Loftus | Cocking. Once you login, choose Java
Software Solutions (Dark Blue Book). Then choose “Lab Manual Solutions” link.
This provides a neat list of written labs accompanying files to complete the lab
along with its solutions for teachers. Truly a great site.
Here is the direct link to the Labs:
http://www.phschool.com/atschool/java/lab_manual/solutions/
Optional and Supplemental Material
 http://www.lego.com/eng/education/mindstorms/
Computer science coupled with robotics makes for some highly interactive
projects. This website is an excellent resource for teachers interested in
integrating robotics into their programming curriculum. Robot kits can be
purchased from this Lego website. A basic language is included, but more
sophisticated languages including Java can be used as well.
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http://lejos.sourceforge.net
This is Lego’s Java website for teacher wishing to incorporate robotics and
program them in Java.
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http://www.cbs.com/primetime/numb3rs/ti/
This is an excellent supplement to numeric computer processing based off the
CBS television show Numb3rs. It provides real world applicability to
mathematical, computer programming and logic skills learned in the classroom.