Dr. Kurtz and John G. Kemeny believed it was vital for students, even those not pursuing technical careers, to learn to use computers. They envisioned broader accessibility.
In the early 1960s, Dr. Kurtz and Kemeny revolutionized computing at Dartmouth by creating the Dartmouth Time-Sharing System, allowing multiple users to share a single computer.
The introduction of BASIC was a significant step towards democratizing computing education, enabling students from diverse academic backgrounds to engage with technology in meaningful ways.
Reflecting on their innovative approach, Dr. Kurtz described their idea as 'completely nutty,' yet it became foundational in teaching students how to navigate early computing.
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