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GCSE Student Booster - Searching Algorithms (Post-event materials)

In this online session you will have learned about Searching Algorithms. The session was aimed at GCSE students. The event discussed the use of a Linear search and a Binary search. It also discussed the advantages and disadvantages of the two algorithms. By attending this event, you will have:

  • Learned the key steps to perform a Linear search 
  • Learned the key steps to perform a Binary search 
  • Now be able to explain when a Linear or Binary search can or cannot be used
  • Now be able to explain how effective the methods are for different sized data sets

These materials are shared only with Isaac Computer Science Booster participants in accordance with the Isaac Computer Science Terms of Use policy here: https://isaaccomputerscience.org/terms?examBoard=all&stage=all

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