Grades 6-8 computer science builds upon the computer science standards for grade bands K-2 and 3-5, and helps to provide a seamless transition to introductory high school coursework. The standards highlight Indiana’s Five Core Computer Science Concepts: Data and Information, Computing Devices and Systems, Programs and Algorithms, Networking and the Internet, and Impact and Culture. Focusing on these domains, students engage in core practices to develop computational thinking skills as they experience and apply a variety of computer science concepts in order to build a solid foundation for more advanced and specialized studies. 

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Course Title:   Computer 7 (Semester)

0488.68 Computer Science Grades Six-Eight 6-8 computer science builds upon the computer science standards for grade bands K-2 and 3-5, and helps to provide a seamless transition to introductory high school coursework. The standards focus on Indiana’s Six Core Computer Science Concepts: Data and Information, Computing Devices and Systems, Programs and Algorithms, Networking and the Internet, Impact and Culture, and Digital Literacy. Focusing on these domains, students engage in core practices to develop computational thinking skills as they experience and apply a variety of computer science concepts in order to build a solid foundation for more advanced and specialized studies. 

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Digital Applications and Responsibility prepares students to use technology in an effective and appropriate manner in school, in a job, or everyday life.  Students develop skills related to word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, and communications software.  Students will learn what it means to be a good digital citizen and how to use technology, including social media responsibility.  Students expand their knowledge of how to use digital devices and software to build decision-making and problem-solving skills.  Students should be provided with the opportunity to seek industry-recognized digital literacy certifications.

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Digital Citizenship prepares students to use computer technology in an effective and appropriate manner. Students develop knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, presentation and communications software. Students establish what it means to be a good digital citizen and how to use technology appropriately. Along with the current academic standards for this subject, the Science/Technical Studies Content Area Literacy Standards are incorporated with the expectation of a continuum of reading and writing skills development.

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Business and Information Technology, Middle Level provides concepts and applications that facilitate the development of competencies required for success in all academic areas and in real-world contexts. The curriculum relates closely to understandings and competencies students will need as their world expands and as they develop career interests. The four broad areas included in this curriculum are technology, career exploration, personal financial responsibility, and basic business (business communications, marketing, and entrepreneurship). The domains and standards for each area provide many opportunities to engage students in learning essential business content and in applying technology as a tool. This approach is in keeping with the National Education Technology Standards (NETS) approach, which places heavy emphasis on integrating technology into the curriculum. Along with the current academic standards for this subject, the Science/Technical Studies Content Area Literacy Standards are incorporated with the expectation of a continuum of reading and writing skills development.

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