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Grade 4

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Concept: Computing Systems (CS)  4.CS

  • D.

    Subconcept: Devices (D)4.CS.D

    1. 1

      With teacher guidance, model how internal and external parts of computing connect multiple devices in a computing system.4.CS.D.1

  • HS.

    Subconcept: Hardware and Software (HS)4.CS.HS

    1. 1

      Recognize that bits serve as the basic unit of data in computing systems and can represent a variety of information.4.CS.HS.1

    2. 2

      Recognize that a single piece of hardware can accomplish different tasks depending on its software.4.CS.HS.2

  • T.

    Subconcept: Troubleshooting (T)4.CS.T

    1. 1

      Develop and apply simple troubleshooting strategies to solve simple hardware and software problems.4.CS.T.1

Concept: Networks and the Internet (NI)  4.NI

  • C.

    Subconcept: Cybersecurity (C)4.NI.C

    1. 1

      Discuss real-world cybersecurity problems and how personal information can be protected. 4.NI.C.1

  • NCO.

    Subconcept: Network, Communication, and Organization (NCO)4.NI.NCO

    1. 1

      Model how information is decomposed, transmitted as packets through multiple devices over networks and reassembled at the destination.4.NI.NCO.1

Concept: Data and Analysis (DA)4.DA

  • CVT.

    Subconcept: Collection, Visualization and Transformation (CVT)4.DA.CVT

    1. 1

      Select tools to collect, organize, and present data visually to highlight relationships and support a claim.4.DA.CVT.1

  • S.

    Subconcept: Storage (S)4.DA.S

    1. 1

      Recognize different file extensions and the different amounts of storage required for each type. 4.DA.S.1

  • IM.

    Subconcept: Inference and Models (IM)4.DA.IM

    1. 1

      Use a computational tool to manipulate data to draw conclusions, make predictions, and answer questions.4.DA.IM.1

Concept: Algorithms and Programming (AP) 4.AP

  • A.

    Subconcept: Algorithms (A)4.AP.A

    1. 1

      Compare and refine multiple algorithms for the same task and determine which is the most effective. 4.AP.A.1

  • V.

    Subconcept: Variables (V)4.AP.V

    1. 1

      Create programs that use variables to store and modify data4.AP.V.1

  • C.

    Subconcept: Control (C)4.AP.C

    1. 1

      Create programs that include sequences, events, loops, and/or conditionals.4.AP.C.1

  • M.

    Subconcept: Modularity (M)4.AP.M

    1. 1

      Decompose problems into smaller, manageable subproblems to facilitate the program development process.4.AP.M.1

    2. 2

      Modify, remix, or incorporate portions of an existing program into one's own work to add more advanced features.4.AP.M.2

  • PD.

    Subconcept: Program Development (PD)4.AP.PD

    1. 1

      Use an iterative process to plan the development of a program by including others' perspectives and considering user preferences.4.AP.PD.1

    2. 2

      Observe intellectual property rights and give appropriate attribution when creating or remixing programs.4.AP.PD.2

    3. 3

      Test and debug (identify and fix errors) a program/app or algorithm to ensure it runs as intended.4.AP.PD.3

    4. 4

      With teacher guidance, students take on varying roles when collaborating with peers during the design, implementation, and review stages of program development.4.AP.PD.4

    5. 5

      Describe choices made during program development using code comments, presentations, and/or demonstrations.4.AP.PD.5

Concept: Impacts of Computing (IC)4.IC

  • C.

    Subconcept: Culture (C)4.IC.C

    1. 1

      Identify and discuss computing technologies that have changed the world. 4.IC.C.1

    2. 2

      Brainstorm ways to improve the accessibility and usability of technology products for the diverse needs and wants of users.4.IC.C.2

  • SI.

    Subconcept: Social Interactions (SI)4.IC.SI

    1. 1

      Seek opportunities for local and nationally collaboration to facilitate communication and innovation. 4.IC.SI.1

  • SLE.

    Subconcept: Safety, Law, and Ethics (SLE)4.IC.SLE

    1. 1

      Use material that is publicly available and/or permissible to use.4.IC.SLE.1

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