How to Succeed in CS
Content created by 2018-2019 Ninjas: Michelle Ma, Bayliss Wagner, Daniel Chaiken, Kei Imada. Edited by Hannah Holt in 2021.
Computer Science
Ninjas
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All intro computer science (CS) classes have Ninjas staffing them, but there are no student teaching assistants for labs.
Notes about Tutoring
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Make sure to attend at least two Ninja sessions before requesting an individual tutor.
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In addition to reaching out to the professor, you can also reach out to the CS academic support coordinator, Lauri Courtenay, who can help find you a tutor. She is great resource for understanding student problems and knowing what kind of help students need and where to get it.
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Tutors can help with conceptual problems, but are instructed not to help with the current weekly lab assignment (students should be directed to Ninja sessions or office hours).
Study Groups
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Students can form support groups on their own. Most classes have an online discussion forum via Slack or Piazza, where students can reach out to peers.
