Schrödinger's hat

I recommend Java, C++, or C. C is outdated, but is a good intro to Object Oriented languages. Java if you need a job. C++ is common for games and mostly everything. Java too, minus the game.

 

-Briddell

C is not object oriented...

From a learning perspective, I think that ActionScript and Flash make great teaching tools. It really helps to have that extra level of visual aid and flash projects can be a lot of fun. Flash projects will allow a student to experiment with more complete projects, and gain some satisfaction from their accomplishments. ActionScript makes full use of C-Like Syntax, is strongly typed, and can develop object-oriented code. It is also a great way to learn event driven programming.

Humm, I'd never considered that aspect.

How would you rate actionscript against logo in this role?

Well it's posted in psychology, so my guess is elaborate social experiment.