Common Planner
K–12 Standards

Grades 6-8

Other Kansas Computer Science sets

Computing SystemsCS

  • D.

    DevicesD

    1. 1

      Develop and implement a process to evaluate existing computing devices and recommend improvements to design based on analysis of how other users interact with the device. MG.CS.D.01

  • HS.

    Hardware and SoftwareHS

    1. 1

      Model a computing system involving multiple considerations and potential tradeoffs of software and hardware, such as functionality, cost, size, speed, accessibility, and aesthetics MG.CS.HS.01

  • IO.

    Input and Output IO

    1. 1

      Know and apply grade-level appropriate skills with input and output devices. MG.CS.IO.01

  • T.

    TroubleshootingT

    1. 1

      Systematically identify, fix, and document increasingly complex software and hardware problems with computing devices and their components.MG.CS.T.01

Networks & the InternetNI

  • NCO.

    Network Communication & OrganizationNCO

    1. 1

      Explain protocols and their importance to data transmission; model how packets are broken down into smaller pieces and how they are delivered. MG.NI.NCO.01

  • C.

    CybersecurityC

    1. 1

      Evaluate physical and digital procedures that could be implemented to protect electronic data/information; explain the impacts of hacking, ransomware, scams, fake scans, and ethical/legal concerns.MG.NI.C.01

    2. 2

      Compare the advantages and disadvantages of multiple methods of encryption to model the secure transmission of information.MG.NI.C.02

Data AnalysisDA

  • S.

    StorageS

    1. 1

      Analyze multiple methods of representing data and choose the most appropriate method for representing data.MG.DA.S.01

  • C.

    CollectionC

    1. 1

      Develop, implement, and refine a process that utilizes computational tools to collect meaningful data.MG.DA.C.01

  • CVT.

    Visualization & TransformationCVT

    1. 1

      Develop, implement, and refine a process to make data more useful and reliable.MG.DA.CVT.01

  • IM.

    Inference and ModelsIM

    1. 1

      Refine computational models based on the data generated by the models.MG.DA.IM.01

Algorithms and ProgrammingAP

  • A.

    AlgorithmsA

    1. 1

      Design algorithms in natural language, flow and control diagrams, comments within code, and/or pseudocode to solve complex problems.MG.AP.A.01

  • V.

    VariablesV

    1. 1

      Create programs using variables with purposeful and thoughtful naming conventions for identifiers to improve program readability. MG.AP.V.01

  • C.

    ControlC

    1. 1

      Develop programs that utilize combinations of nested repetition, compound conditionals, procedures without parameters, and the manipulation of variables representing different data types.MG.AP.C.01

  • M.

    ModularityM

    1. 1

      Decompose problems and subproblems into parts to facilitate the design, implementation, and review of complex programs.MG.AP.M.01

  • PD.

    Program DevelopmentPD

    1. 1

      Seek and incorporate feedback from team members and users to refine a solution to a problem that meets the needs of diverse users. MG.AP.PD.01

    2. 2

      Incorporate existing code, media, and libraries into original programs of increasing complexity and give attribution.MG.AP.PD.02

    3. 3

      Systematically test and refine programs using a range of student created inputs. MG.AP.PD.03

    4. 4

      Explain how effective communication between participants is required for successful collaboration when developing computational artifacts.MG.AP.PD.04

    5. 5

      Document text-based programs of increasing complexity in order to make them easier to follow, test, and debug.MG.AP.PD.05

Impacts of ComputingIC

  • C.

    CultureC

    1. 1

      Describe the trade-offs associated with computing technologies (e.g. automation), explaining their effects on economies and global societies, and explore careers related to the field of computer science. MG.IC.C.01

    2. 2

      Evaluate and improve the design of existing technologies to meet the needs of diverse users and increase accessibility and usability. MG.IC.C.02

  • SI.

    Social InteractionsSI

    1. 1

      Communicate and publish key ideas and details individually or collaboratively in a way that informs, persuades, and/or entertains using a variety of digital tools and media-rich resources. Describe and use safe, appropriate, and responsible practices (netiquette) when participating in online communities (e.g., discussion groups, blogs, social networking sites).MG.IC.SI.01

  • H.

    HistoryH

    1. 1

      Identify and describe how the prominent figures in computer science have impacted and/or progressed the field. MG.IC.H.01

  • SLE.

    Safety, Law, & EthicsSLE

    1. 1

      Discuss the social impacts and ethical considerations associated with cybersecurity, including the positive and malicious purposes of hacking.MG.IC.SLE.01

  • CP.

    Community PartnershipsCP

    1. 1

      Formulate a computer-science based solution for a problem or issue by gathering input from local / regional industry members.MG.IC.CP.01

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 6, Grade 7, and Grade 8
Where can I read the official document?
Kansas Computer Science Standards Grades P-12

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