Аннотация:Since the computing world has become fully parallel, every software developer today should be familiar with the notion of “parallel algorithm structure.” If in recent years, students have studied a basic introduction to algorithms; today, parallel algorithm structure must become a vital part of computer science education. In this work we present two years of experience teaching a “Supercomputer Modeling and Technologies” course, and running practical assignments at the Computational Mathematics and Cybernetics faculty of Lomonosov Moscow State University, aimed at teaching students a methodology for analyzing parallel algorithm properties.