K-12 Computer Science Standards

California 9-12

30 Standards

1

9-12.AP.12

Design algorithms to solve computational problems using a combination of original and existing algorithms.

2

9-12.AP.13

Create more generalized computational solutions using collections instead of repeatedly using simple variables.

3

9-12.AP.14

Justify the selection of specific control structures by identifying tradeoffs associated with implementation, readability, and performance.

4

9-12.AP.15

Iteratively design and develop computational artifacts for practical intent, personal expression, or to address a societal issue by using events to initiate instructions.

5

9-12.AP.16

Decompose problems into smaller subproblems through systematic analysis, using constructs such as procedures, modules, and/or classes.

6

9-12.AP.17

Create computational artifacts using modular design.

7

9-12.AP.18

Systematically design programs for broad audiences by incorporating feedback from users.

8

9-12.AP.19

Explain the limitations of licenses that restrict use of computational artifacts when using resources such as libraries.

9

9-12.AP.20

Iteratively evaluate and refine a computational artifact to enhance its performance, reliability, usability, and accessibility.

10

9-12.AP.21

Design and develop computational artifacts working in team roles using collaborative tools.

11

9-12.AP.22

Document decisions made during the design process using text, graphics, presentations, and/or demonstrations in the development of complex programs.

12

9-12.CS.1

Describe ways in which abstractions hide the underlying implementation details of computing systems to simplify user experiences.

13

9-12.CS.2

Compare levels of abstraction and interactions between application software, system software, and hardware.

14

9-12.CS.3

Develop guidelines that convey systematic troubleshooting strategies that others can use to identify and fix errors.

15

9-12.DA.10

Create data visualizations to help others better understand real-world phenomena.

16

9-12.DA.11

Refine computational models to better represent the relationships among different elements of data collected from a phenomenon or process.

17

9-12.DA.8

Translate between different representations of data abstractions of real-world phenomena, such as characters, numbers, and images.

18

9-12.DA.9

Describe ​​tradeoffs​ associated with​ ​how​ ​data elements​ ​are​ ​organized​​ and ​stored.

19

9-12.IC.23

Evaluate the ways computing impacts personal, ethical, social, economic, and cultural practices.

20

9-12.IC.24

Identify impacts of bias and equity deficit on design and implementation of computational artifacts and apply appropriate processes for evaluating issues of bias.

21

9-12.IC.25

Demonstrate ways a given algorithm applies to problems across disciplines.

22

9-12.IC.26

Study, discuss, and think critically about the potential impacts and implications of emerging technologies on larger social, economic, and political structures, with evidence from credible sources.

23

9-12.IC.27

Use collaboration tools and methods to increase connectivity with people of different cultures and careers.

24

9-12.IC.28

Explain the beneficial and harmful effects that intellectual property laws can have on innovation.

25

9-12.IC.29

Explain the privacy concerns related to the collection and generation of data through automated processes.

26

9-12.IC.30

Evaluate the social and economic implications of privacy in the context of safety, law, or ethics.

27

9-12.NI.4

Describe issues that impact network functionality.

28

9-12.NI.5

Describe the design characteristics of the Internet.

29

9-12.NI.6

Compare and contrast security measures to address various security threats.

30

9-12.NI.7

Compare and contrast cryptographic techniques to model the secure transmission of information.

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