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K–12 Standards

3rd Grade

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Navigating the Digital World1

  • 1

    Digital Communication - Using devices to stay connected with people.1.1

    1. 1

      Practice respectful online interactions, including writing an email. 1.1.1

    2. 2

      Recognize when online interactions may be inappropriate or unsafe, and how to disengage and/or ask for help.1.1.2

    3. 3

      Describe what attributes make up a digital footprint.1.1.3

    4. 4

      Participate safely and appropriately in online school-based communication (e.g., learning management system, class email). 1.1.4

  • 2

    Digital Privacy & Security - Keeping you safe while exploring and learning online. 1.2

    1. 1

      Identify strategies (e.g., using different passwords for each site) to protect personal information online.1.2.1

    2. 2

      Describe how and why people could be dishonest online.1.2.2

    3. 3

      Describe strategies for identifying a safe website.1.2.3

  • 3

    Responsible Use of Technology - Developing good habits to use throughout their digital lives.1.3

    1. 1

      Explain why balancing screen time is important, identifying potential effects, and suggesting strategies.1.3.1

    2. 2

      Understand why you give credit for the work of others. 1.3.2

    3. 3

      Understand the importance of academic honesty (academic integrity).1.3.3

Programming Fundamentals2

  • 1

     Computational Thinking - Breaking down big, complex problems into smaller, manageable parts. 2.1

    1. 1

      Use pattern recognition to aid in problem solving.2.1.1

    2. 2

      Create a clear and ordered set of instructions that can be followed to complete a given, familiar task. 2.1.2

    3. 3

      Decompose a problem into subtasks to aid in problem solving.2.1.3

    4. 4

      Explain how to identify relevant information when problem solving. 2.1.4

  • 2

     Designing Algorithms- Creating sets of instructions for solving problems. 2.2

    1. 1

      Use visual aids (e.g., flowcharts, diagrams) to arrange algorithms in a logical sequence.2.2.1

    2. 2

      Use debugging strategies to identify and correct errors in algorithms.2.2.2

  • 3

    Develop Programming Skills - Learning to create simple instructions for computers to express ideas. 2.3

    1. 1

      Discuss how variables are used to label memory locations for storage.2.3.1

    2. 2

      Use block based coding to create programs that include using variables, user input, arithmetic operators (+, -, /, *). 2.3.2

Making Decisions with Data3

  • 1

    Data Collection - Gathering and organizing information to understand the importance of data in everyday life. 3.1

    1. 1

      Understand that data is information collected for answering questions.3.1.1

    2. 2

      Formulate appropriate questions for data collection.3.1.2

    3. 3

      Discuss the concept of accuracy when collecting data.3.1.3

  • 2

    Data Analysis - Understanding how data can be used to answer questions and make decisions in daily life. 3.2

    1. 1

      Define pattern, trend, and relationship in terms of data.3.2.1

    2. 2

      Draw conclusions supported by evidence. 3.2.2

    3. 3

      Formulate relevant questions for identifying patterns, trends, and relationships in terms of data. 3.2.3

  • 3

    Data Representation - Presenting data in various ways that make the information easier to understand and analyze.3.3

    1. 1

      Create appropriate visualizations to communicate data insights. 3.3.1

    2. 2

      Communicate data insights informatively.3.3.2

Computing Essentials4

  • 1

    Computer Components- Focusing on the basic functions of each part of the computer. 4.1

    1. 1

      Recognize the CPU (Central Processing Unit) as the brain of the computer. 4.1.1

    2. 2

      Apply effective cleaning techniques to maintain computing devices. 4.1.2

    3. 3

      Identify the different ways to store data (e.g., internal disk drives, USB drives, cloud storage). 4.1.3

    4. 4

      Apply systematic troubleshooting methods for common problems(e.g, check power, connections, restart). 4.1.4

  • 2

     Digital Literacy- Using a variety of digital tools to create, communicate, collaborate, and apply learning across subjects. 4.2

    1. 1

      Create digital presentations, applying formatting (e.g., paragraph/line spacing, page layout, images, themes).4.2.1

    2. 2

      Proofread and edit digital content (e.g., adding, moving, deleting text, rephrasing text, refining images) to improve clarity and impact.4.2.2

    3. 3

      Demonstrate basic digital file organization by saving into existing folders. 4.2.3

    4. 4

      Practice typing words and sentences using ergonomic practices (e.g, body posture, lighting, wrist position).4.2.4

  • 3

    Connected Devices - Understanding how computers communicate and share information.4.3

    1. 1

      Understand that cables connect some network equipment (e.g., Ethernet cables) that help move information quickly.4.3.1

    2. 2

      Identify that the Internet is a global network of computers that communicate using protocols.4.3.2

    3. 3

      Recognize visual clues and symbols from network devices, such as routers or error messages, that indicate problems4.3.3

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Grade 3
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