Impact of Computing2-3.IC

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    Society 

    1. 1

      Identify and analyze how computing technology has changed the way people live and work.2-3.IC.1

    2. 2

      Compare and explain rules related to computing technologies and digital information.2-3.IC.2

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    Ethics

    1. 3

      Discuss and explain how computing technology can be used in society and the world. 2-3.IC.3

    2. 4

      Identify public and private digital spaces.2-3.IC.4

    3. 5

      Identify and discuss how computers are programmed to make decisions without direct human input for daily life.2-3.IC.5

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    Accessibility

    1. 6

      Identify and discuss factors that make a computing device or software application easier or more difficult to use.2-3.IC.6

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    Career Paths

    1. 7

      Identify a diverse range of roles and skills in computer science.2-3.IC.7

Computational Thinking2-3.CT

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    Modeling and Simulation 

    1. 1

      Create a model of an object or computational process in order to identify patterns and essential elements of the object or process.2-3.CT.1

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    Data Analysis and Visualization 

    1. 2

      Identify and describe data collection tools from everyday life.2-3.CT.2

    2. 3

      Present the same data in multiple visual formats in order to tell a story about the data.2-3.CT.3

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    Abstraction and Decomposition 

    1. 4

      Identify multiple ways that the same problem could be decomposed into smaller steps2-3.CT.4

    2. 5

      Identify the essential details needed to perform a general task in different settings or situations.2-3.CT.5

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    Algorithms And Programming

    1. 6

      Create two or more algorithms for the same task.2-3.CT.6

    2. 7

      Name/label key pieces of information in a set of instructions, noting whether each name/label refers to a fixed or changing value.2-3.CT.7

    3. 8

      Identify steps within a task that should only be carried out under certain precise conditions.  2-3.CT.8

    4. 9

      Identify and debug errors within an algorithm or program that includes sequencing or repetition.2-3.CT.9

    5. 10

      Develop and document a plan that outlines specific steps taken to complete a project.2-3.CT.10

Networks & System Design2-3.NSD

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    Hardware and Software 

    1. 1

      Describe and demonstrate several ways a computer program can receive data and instructions (input) and can present results (output).2-3.NSD.1

    2. 2

      Explain the function of software in computing systems, using descriptive/precise language. 2-3.NSD.2

    3. 3

      Describe and attempt troubleshooting steps to solve a simple technology problem.2-3.NSD.3

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    Networks and the Internet 

    1. 4

      Recognize that information can be communicated using different representations that satisfy different rules.2-3.NSD.4

    2. 5

      Describe and navigate to various locations where digital information can be stored.2-3.NSD.5

Cybersecurity2-3.CY

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    Risks

    1. 1

      Compare reasons why an individual should keep information private or make information public.2-3.CY.1

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    Safeguards

    1. 2

      Compare and contrast behaviors that do and do not keep information secure. 2-3.CY.2

    2. 3

      Identify why someone might choose to share an account, app access, or devices.2-3.CY.3

    3. 4

      Encode and decode a short message or phrase. 2-3.CY.4

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    Response 

    1. 5

      Identify unusual activity of applications and devices that should be reported to a responsible adult.2-3.CY.5

Digital Literacy2-3.DL

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    Digital Use 

    1. 1

      Locate and use the main keys on a keyboard to enter text independently.  2-3.DL.1

    2. 2

      Communicate and work with others using digital tools to share knowledge and convey ideas.2-3.DL.2

    3. 3

      Conduct basic searches based on student identified keywords.2-3.DL.3

    4. 4

      Use a variety of digital tools and resources to create digital artifacts. 2-3.DL.4

    5. 5

      * Standard begins in Grade Band 4-6.2-3.DL.5

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    Digital Citizenship

    1. 6

      Describe ways that information may be shared online.2-3.DL.6

    2. 7

      Understand what it means to be part of a digital community and describe ways to keep it a safe, respectful space.2-3.DL.7

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 2 and Grade 3