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This competition is for you if you’re passionate about or studying or planning to study:
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Founded in 1873, The Harvard Crimson is the official student newspaper of Harvard University, and the oldest continuously published daily college newspaper in the United States. The Crimson has a rich tradition of journalistic integrity and counts among its ranks of editorship some of America's greatest journalists. More than 40 Crimson alumni have won the Pulitzer Prize; many of their portraits line the walls of The Crimson.
Countless Crimson alumni have gone on to make history in journalism, business, public service, and politics; distinguishable figures include Franklin D. Roosevelt, John F. Kennedy, Steve Ballmer, Linda Greenhouse, Jim Cramer, Susan Wojcicki and more.
Stand out in school and college applications by demonstrating your mastery of STEM knowledge
Reinforce key STEM knowledge covered or will be covered in your school curriculum
Earn awards and meet like-minded peers who share your passion for STEM
2-5 students per team
(all team members must be from the same school)
Grade 6 - 8 (Year 7 - 9)
Grade 9 - 12 (Year 10 - 13)
Description: The preliminary round is open to all registered teams worldwide
Format:
No proctoring is not required. The test will be conducted online with anti-cheating algorithms in place. Participants must use a laptop or computer with a camera and keep it on throughout the test.
Middle School
The history and importance of computers, basic computer components and their functions (CPU, RAM, storage, input/output devices), an introduction to coding and programming languages (block coding, Python, JavaScript), algorithms and problem-solving in computer science, binary code and how computers process data, cybersecurity basics (passwords, encryption, and online safety), how the internet works (IP addresses, web browsing, and cloud computing), artificial intelligence and its applications, ethical issues in computing (privacy, data security, and digital citizenship), and real-world applications of computer science in robotics, gaming, and scientific research.
You should be able to identify major coding languages and solve basic situational problems relating to computer science, as well as answering questions about major historical figures and developments.
Ex: Imagine you are a codebreaker for Great Britain in World War 2. You have just solved an important problem with the Enigma machine. Which leader of British codebreaking and namesake of a famous “test” would you approach with your solution?
A: Alan Turing
High School
Computer architecture and hardware (CPUs, memory, storage, input/output devices), fundamental programming concepts (variables, loops, conditionals, functions, recursion, data structures), common programming languages (Python, Java, C++, JavaScript), algorithms and computational thinking (sorting, searching, efficiency, big-O notation), cybersecurity principles (encryption, network security, ethical hacking, privacy laws), databases and SQL, artificial intelligence and machine learning basics, software development methodologies (Agile, debugging, version control), how the internet works (IP addresses, domain name systems, protocols), and real-world applications of computer science in fields like robotics, gaming, finance, and medical research.
Students should be able to write simple programs, describe standard algorithms, and recognize the purposes of major technologies without needing to implement advanced systems or perform professional-level coding.
Ex: What computer science term describes how the performance of an algorithm changes as the size of the input increases?
A: Big-O Notation
Description: The top 30 highest-scoring teams in each quiz category from the preliminary round will qualify for the global semi-final round. All semi-final rounds across all quiz categories will take place at the same time.
Format: Live Zoom session to answer rapid-fire questions
Description: The top 5 performing team from the semi-final round in each quiz category will advance to the global final round.
Format: Live Zoom session to answer rapid-fire questions
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Fee waiver is available for individual low-income students. Please ask your school counselor or principal to send an email titled 'Fee Waiver Request' to waivers@algoed.co from their official school email with your email address and confirm you need a waiver.
All fee waivers must be requested before the regular deadline.
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This competition is more than a contest; it's your gateway to the fascinating realm of global knowledge and academic exploration.
Interested in more than just Computer Science?
The Harvard Crimson Global Quiz Bowl offers multiple categories, including Government & Politics, History, Economics & Business, STEM, and Sports. You can join different teams for different categories and expand your knowledge across multiple subjects! Explore your interests and maximize your chances to compete and win.
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