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K–12 Standards

Grade 6

Other Alabama Digital Literacy and Computer Science sets

Computational ThinkingDLCS25.6.CT

  • AAD

    Algorithms, Abstraction, and DecompositionDLCS25.6.CT.AAD

    1. 1

      Create pseudocode using sequencing, selection, and iteration applying relational and logical operators to control program flow.DLCS25.6.1

    2. 2

      Differentiate between flowcharts and pseudocode and create both to solve a task.DLCS25.6.2

    3. 3

      Trace and debug pseudocode to identify outcomes and correct logic errors.DLCS25.6.3

    4. 4

      Break a task into smaller steps and evaluate the purpose and effectiveness of each step to solve a problem.DLCS25.6.4

    5. 5

      Explain how abstraction simplifies tasks, using real-life examples.DLCS25.6.5

  • P

    ProgrammingDLCS25.6.CT.P

    1. 6

      Create a program that includes sequencing, selection, and iteration.DLCS25.6.6

    2. 7

      Create an interactive program using sequential commands and user input to control basic program actions, like movement or responses.DLCS25.6.7

Data ScienceDLCS25.6.DS

  • DCR

    Data Collection and RepresentationDLCS25.6.DS.DCR

    1. 8

      Differentiate between numeric and text data types and construct simple data structures.DLCS25.6.8

    2. 9

      Explain why computers use a binary system.DLCS25.6.9

  • DA

    Data AnalysisDLCS25.6.DS.DA

    1. 10

      Create graphs or charts from simple datasets to identify patterns, and describe key findings.DLCS25.6.10

    2. 11

      Generate and interpret descriptive statistics, including mean, median, and mode, to summarize data.DLCS25.6.11

  • MS

    Modeling and SimulationDLCS25.6.DS.MS

    1. 12

      Use basic models or simulations to test how changes in input affect outcomes.DLCS25.6.12

Computing SystemsDLCS25.6.CS

  • NI

    Networks and InternetDLCS25.6.CS.NI

    1. 13

      Explain the basic roles of routers, IP addresses, domain names, and servers in network communication.DLCS25.6.13

    2. 14

      Differentiate between the Internet and the World Wide Web.DLCS25.6.14

  • C

    CybersecurityDLCS25.6.CS.C

    1. 15

      Identify common online threats, including social engineering, and describe safe practices to protect personal information.DLCS25.6.15

    2. 16

      Explain how strong passwords and multi-factor authentication help protect data.DLCS25.6.16

    3. 17

      Compare safe and unsafe online behaviors related to social media use, personal identifiable information, and cyberbullying.DLCS25.6.17

  • HS

    Hardware and SoftwareDLCS25.6.CS.HS

    1. 18

      Perform basic troubleshooting to solve hardware problems.DLCS25.6.18

    2. 19

      Identify examples of system and application software, and match common applications to appropriate tasksDLCS25.6.19

    3. 20

      Explain the purpose of an operating system and describe how it manages hardware and software resources.DLCS25.6.20

Impact of ComputingDLCS25.6.IC

  • CP

    Career PathsDLCS25.6.IC.CP

    1. 21

      Identify a variety of careers that relate to or utilize computer science skills.DLCS25.6.21

  • E

    EthicsDLCS25.6.IC.E

    1. 22

      Summarize major state and federal laws related to technology use, including those regulating copyright and intellectual property.DLCS25.6.22

    2. 23

      Describe how AI systems are used in everyday life and examine the ethical considerations they raise. [AI]DLCS25.6.23

  • S

    SocietyDLCS25.6.IC.S

    1. 24

      Explain how computing technologies have changed and will continue to change the way people communicate, learn, and work in their daily lives and communitiesDLCS25.6.24

  • ET

    Emerging TechnologyDLCS25.6.IC.ET

    1. 25

      Identify examples of relevant emerging technologies and describe their purposes. [AI]DLCS25.6.25

  • A

    AccessibilityDLCS25.6.IC.A

    1. 26

      Evaluate accessibility features in digital tools and explain how they improve usability for individuals with diverse abilities.DLCS25.6.26

Digital ProficiencyDLCS25.6.DP

  • IL

    Information LiteracyDLCS25.6.DP.IL

    1. 27

      Analyze digital content for reliability and cite sources properly.DLCS25.6.27

  • DL

    Digital LifeDLCS25.6.DP.DL

    1. 28

      Investigate their own digital footprints and describe the effects digital footprints can have on themselves and others.DLCS25.6.28

  • DT

    Digital ToolsDLCS25.6.DP.DT

    1. 29

      Create and apply a structured system for organizing files, folders, and subfolders to manage and retrieve digital work efficiently.DLCS25.6.29

    2. 30

      Identify AI and non-AI technologies and features when using digital tools. [AI]DLCS25.6.30

    3. 31

      Input text at a rate of 25 words per minute via keyboard or alternative text input method.DLCS25.6.31

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 6
Where can I read the official document?
Digital Literacy and Computer Science (2025)

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