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Courses - Fall 2025
INST
Information Studies
INST388E
"Maker Movement" Approach to Computing; Knitting = Algorithms + Coding
Credits: 1
Grad Meth: Reg, P-F, Aud
Students will examine the relationship between knitting, algorithms, and coding through the investigation and practice of knitting stitches, the design of knitting patterns, and textile creation independent of current technology and time. In this course, we will explore the concepts of computational thinking, algorithms, and coding using the medium of knitting, creating fiber arts that reflect an understanding of the importance of algorithms and their use in problem-solving. We will capture that understanding and translate algorithms into knitting patterns, culminating in a project to create fiber art employing designs developed in the course.