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K–12 Standards

Middle School: Discovering Computer Science

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Computer Systems and Computational Thinking

  • 1

    Use the basic steps in algorithmic problem-solving to design solutions (e.g., problem statement and exploration, examination of sample instances, design, implementing a solution, testing, and evaluation).CS.DCS.1

  • 2

    Describe the process of parallelization as it relates to problem-solving.CS.DCS.2

  • 3

    Define an algorithm as a sequence of instructions that canbe processed by a computer.CS.DCS.3

  • 4

    Evaluate ways that different algorithms may be used to solve the same problem.CS.DCS.4

  • 5

    Act out searching and sorting algorithms.CS.DCS.5

  • 6

    Describe and analyze a sequence of instructions being followed (e.g., describe a character's behavior in a video game as driven by rules and algorithms).CS.DCS.6

  • 7

    Represent data in a variety of ways including text, sounds, pictures, and numbers.CS.DCS.7

  • 8

    Use visual representations of problem states, structures, and data (e.g., graphs, charts, network diagrams, flowcharts).CS.DCS.8

  • 9

    Interact with content-specific models and simulations (e.g., ecosystems, epidemics, molecular dynamics) to support learning and research.CS.DCS.9

  • 10

    Evaluate what kinds of problems can be solved using modeling and simulation.CS.DCS.10

  • 11

    Analyze the degree to which a computer model accurately represents the real world.CS.DCS.11

  • 12

    Use abstraction to decompose a problem into subproblems.CS.DCS.12

  • 13

    Understand the notion of hierarchy and abstraction in computing including high level languages, translation, instruction set, and logic circuits.CS.DCS.13

  • 14

    Examine connections between elements of mathematics and computer science including binary numbers, logic, sets and functions.CS.DCS.14

  • 15

    Provide examples of interdisciplinary applications of computational thinking.CS.DCS.15

Collaboration

  • 16

    Apply productivity/multimedia tools and peripherals to group collaboration and support learning throughout the curriculum.CS.DCS.16

  • 17

    Collaboratively design, develop, publish, and present products (e.g., videos, podcasts, websites) using technology resources that demonstrate and communicate curriculum concepts.CS.DCS.17

  • 18

    Use collaborative practices such as pair programming, working in project teams, and participating in group active learning activities.CS.DCS.18

  • 19

    Demonstrate characteristics necessary for collaboration: providing useful feedback, integrating feedback, understanding and accepting multiple perspectives, socialization.CS.DCS.19

Programming and Algorithms

  • 20

    Select appropriate tools and technology resources to accomplish a variety of tasks and solve problems.CS.DCS.20

  • 21

    Use a variety of multimedia tools and peripherals to support personal productivity and learning throughout the curriculum.CS.DCS.21

  • 22

    Design, develop, publish, and present products (e.g., webpages, mobile applications, animations) using technology resources that demonstrate and communicate curriculum concepts.CS.DCS.22

  • 23

    Demonstrate an understanding of algorithms and their practical application.CS.DCS.23

  • 24

    Implement problem solutions using a programming language, including: looping behavior, conditional statements, logic, expressions, variables, and functions.CS.DCS.24

  • 25

    Demonstrate good practices in personal information security, using passwords, encryption, and secure transactions.CS.DCS.25

  • 26

    Identify interdisciplinary careers that are enhanced by computer science.CS.DCS.26

  • 27

    Demonstrate characteristics used in open ended problem-solving and programming (e.g., comfort with complexity, persistence, brainstorming, adaptability, patience, propensity to tinker, creativity, accepting challenge).CS.DCS.27

  • 28

    Collect and analyze data that is output from multiple runs of a computer program.CS.DCS.28

Computers and Communications Devices

  • 29

    Recognize that computers are devices that execute programs.CS.DCS.29

  • 30

    Identify a variety of electronic devices that contain computational processors.CS.DCS.30

  • 31

    Demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between hardware and software.CS.DCS.31

  • 32

    Use developmentally appropriate, accurate terminology when communicating about technology.CS.DCS.32

  • 33

    Apply strategies for identifying and solving routine hardware problems that occur during everyday computer use.CS.DCS.33

  • 34

    Describe the major components and functions of computer systems and networks.CS.DCS.34

  • 35

    Describe what distinguishes humans from machines focusing on human intelligence versus machine intelligence and ways we can communicate.CS.DCS.35

  • 36

    Describe ways in which computers use models of intelligent behavior (e.g., robot motion, speech and language understanding, and computer vision).CS.DCS.36

Impacts of Computing

  • 37

    Demonstrate legal and ethical behaviors when using information and technology and discuss the consequences of misuse.CS.DCS.37

  • 38

    Demonstrate knowledge of changes in information technologies over time and the effects those changes have on education, the workplace, and society.CS.DCS.38

  • 39

    Analyze the positive and negative impacts of computing on human culture.CS.DCS.39

  • 40

    Evaluate the accuracy, relevance, appropriateness, comprehensiveness, and bias of electronic information sources concerning real-world problems.CS.DCS.40

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Grade 6, Grade 7, and Grade 8

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