K-12 Computer Science Standards

South Carolina 3 Computer Science and Digital Literacy

35 Standards

1

3.DL.1.1

3 Lessons

Create documents (e.g., essays, letters) using a word processing program.

Aligned Lessons

Introduction to Google Docs™
Introduction to Microsoft Word™
Productivity Software Inquiry Project
2

3.DL.1.2

3 Lessons

Edit and format a document using a word processing program to check spelling, change fonts, and change margins.

Aligned Lessons

Introduction to Google Docs™
Introduction to Microsoft Word™
Productivity Software Inquiry Project
3

3.DL.1.3

3 Lessons

Format a presentation using presentation software to insert an image/video, change background colors, and change text color.

Aligned Lessons

Introduction to Google Slides™
Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint™
Productivity Software Inquiry Project
4

3.DL.1.4

3 Lessons

Understand that bullets are a way to organize a list.

Aligned Lessons

Introduction to Google Docs™
Introduction to Microsoft Word™
Productivity Software Inquiry Project
5

3.DL.2.1

3 Lessons

Demonstrate proper digital etiquette appropriate to the medium (e.g., not using all capital letters in an email).

Aligned Lessons

Digital Identity
Collaborating Globally
Introduction to Digital Etiquette and Communication
6

3.DL.2.2

1 Lesson

Recognize the disparity with regards to access to technology around the world and discuss ways in which digital equality may be reached.

Aligned Lessons

Technology Timeline
7

3.DL.3.1

7 Lessons

Understand the importance of acceptable use policies (e.g., to enforce safe internet usage among all members of the community).

Aligned Lessons

Internet Positivity
Strong Usernames and Passwords
Digital Identity
Safe and Responsible Use of Technology
Introduction to Computing Systems
Exploring Computing Systems
Practicing with Computing Systems
8

3.DL.3.2

3 Lessons

Distinguish between online content that is open and free to use and content that is protected by copyright.

Aligned Lessons

Giving Credit Through Attributions
What Can I Use Online?
Use and Search the Right Way
9

3.DL.3.3

2 Lessons

Understand the notion of "digital footprint" and the permanence and trackability associated with online communication (e.g., email, social media).

Aligned Lessons

Digital Identity
Digital Footprint Basics
10

3.DL.4.1

1 Lesson

Demonstrate proper keyboarding technique when keying letters, numbers, and symbols at a rate of 5 words per minute.

Aligned Lessons

Developing Keyboarding Skills
11

3.DL.4.2

3 Lessons

Use software capabilities to correct errors.

Aligned Lessons

Introduction to Google Docs™
Introduction to Microsoft Word™
Practicing with Computing Systems
12

3.CS.1.1

3 Lessons

Compare and contrast computing devices (e.g., tablets, laptops, smartphones).

Aligned Lessons

Introduction to Computing Systems
Exploring Computing Systems
Practicing with Computing Systems
13

3.CS.1.2

5 Lessons

Identify the parts of a computing device (e.g., input devices, output devices, processors).

Aligned Lessons

Introduction to Computing Systems
Exploring Computing Systems
Practicing with Computing Systems
Safety Solutions micro:bit® Design Project
Introduction to micro:bit® Inputs and Sensors
14

3.CS.2.1

2 Lessons

Identify actions (e.g., opening a file; closing a window) that are specific to an operating system (e.g., Windows, MacOS, Android, iOS).

Aligned Lessons

Data Storage
File Management and Data
15

3.CS.2.2

1 Lesson

Compare operating systems to application software (e.g., word processor, spreadsheet, presentation software, web browser).

Aligned Lessons

Introduction to Productivity Software
16

3.CS.3.1

3 Lessons

Troubleshoot simple hardware problems that may occur during use (e.g., hardware is plugged in or batteries charged; sound is muted/unmuted).

Aligned Lessons

Introduction to Computing Systems
Exploring Computing Systems
Practicing with Computing Systems
17

3.CS.3.2

4 Lessons

Troubleshoot simple software problems that may occur during use (e.g., refresh or close a web browser; close a program).

Aligned Lessons

Introduction to Productivity Software
Introduction to Computing Systems
Exploring Computing Systems
Practicing with Computing Systems
18

3.NI.1.1

2 Lessons

Identify and distinguish between wireless and wired connections.

Aligned Lessons

Networks, Packets, and the Internet
Modeling Network Connections
19

3.NI.2.1

3 Lessons

Communicate electronically with others with support from peers, teachers, and others.

Aligned Lessons

Online Collaboration
Collaborating Globally
Introduction to Digital Etiquette and Communication
20

3.NI.2.2

3 Lessons

Recognize particular websites as sources of research.

Aligned Lessons

Research: Effective Keywords
Productivity Software Inquiry Project
What Can I Use Online?
21

3.DA.1.1

2 Lessons

Understand the different types of data storage (e.g., flash drives, hard drives, cloud storage).

Aligned Lessons

Data Storage
File Management and Data
22

3.DA.1.2

2 Lessons

Identify various kinds of data (e.g., text, images, sounds, numbers).

Aligned Lessons

Data Storage
File Management and Data
23

3.DA.2.1

5 Lessons

Discuss appropriate tools for collecting data.

Aligned Lessons

Programming and Data Project
Inquiry Project: Survey Bar Graph
Inquiry Project: Data Bar Graph
Inquiry Project: Line Graph
File Management and Data
24

3.DA.2.2

3 Lessons

Represent data with bar graphs.

Aligned Lessons

Inquiry Project: Survey Bar Graph
Inquiry Project: Data Bar Graph
Inquiry Project: Line Graph
25

3.DA.3.1

5 Lessons

Interpret and analyze given data (i.e., tables).

Aligned Lessons

Programming and Data Project
Inquiry Project: Survey Bar Graph
Inquiry Project: Data Bar Graph
Inquiry Project: Line Graph
Data Detectives
26

3.DA.4.1

3 Lessons

Draw conclusions from different types of graphs (i.e., scaled bar graphs, line plots).

Aligned Lessons

Inquiry Project: Survey Bar Graph
Inquiry Project: Data Bar Graph
Inquiry Project: Line Graph
27

3.DA.4.2

4 Lessons

Discuss factors that impact accuracy.

Aligned Lessons

Inquiry Project: Survey Bar Graph
Inquiry Project: Data Bar Graph
Inquiry Project: Line Graph
Data Detectives
28

3.AP.1.1

4 Lessons

Describe a daily task as a sequence of steps.

Aligned Lessons

Sequences: Parallel Programming
Computational Thinking: Design an Obstacle Course
Computational Thinking: Design a School
Computational Thinking: Design a Neighborhood
29

3.AP.2.1

5 Lessons

Describe, using picture models, an ordered list of steps to perform a simple task.

Aligned Lessons

Sequences: Parallel Programming
Computational Thinking: Design an Obstacle Course
Computational Thinking: Design a School
Computational Thinking: Design a Neighborhood
Cause and Effect
30

3.AP.3.1

3 Lessons

Identify a simple task (e.g., eating breakfast; brushing your teeth; walking to the bus stop).

Aligned Lessons

Computational Thinking: Design an Obstacle Course
Computational Thinking: Design a School
Computational Thinking: Design a Neighborhood
31

3.AP.3.2

3 Lessons

Identify a complex task (e.g., getting ready for school).

Aligned Lessons

Computational Thinking: Design an Obstacle Course
Computational Thinking: Design a School
Computational Thinking: Design a Neighborhood
32

3.AP.4.1

4 Lessons

Use picture directions to design a series of steps to complete a simple task.

Aligned Lessons

Sequences: Parallel Programming
Computational Thinking: Design an Obstacle Course
Computational Thinking: Design a School
Computational Thinking: Design a Neighborhood
33

3.AP.4.2

1 Lesson

Test a series of directions to successfully complete a simple task.

Aligned Lessons

Sequences: Parallel Programming
34

3.IC.1.1

6 Lessons

List examples of how computing technology has changed and improved the way people live, work, and interact.

Aligned Lessons

Technology Timeline
Ethical and Responsible Use of Generative AI
AI Products: Ethical and Responsible Choices
Humans Vs. Machines
How Machines Learn
Impacts of Computing: Introduction
35

3.IC.2.1

3 Lessons

Identify and discuss the relevance and appropriateness of various electronic information sources (e.g., online databases such as Discus; web search engines).

Aligned Lessons

Research: Effective Keywords
Introduction to Productivity Software
What Can I Use Online?

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