First Grade

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CSTA Standards

The Computer Science Teachers Association has delineated a core set of learning standards designed to provide the foundation for a complete computer science curriculum and its implementation at the K–12 level. ​

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At the elementary level the focus is on Computer Science and Me.

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There are five broad strands which make up the standards at each level.

The First Grade Standards are:
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​Computational Thinking:
The student will be able to:
Use technology resources (e.g., puzzles, logical thinking programs) to solve age appropriate problems.
Use writing tools, digital cameras, and drawing tools to illustrate thoughts, ideas, and stories in a step-by-step manner.
Recognize that software is created to control computer operations. 
Collaboration:
The student will be able to:
Work cooperatively and collaboratively with peers, teachers, and others using technology
Computing Practice and Programming
The student will be able to:
Use technology resources to conduct age appropriate research.
Create developmentally appropriate multimedia products with support from teachers, family members, or student partners. 
 Computers and Communications Devices
The student will be able to:
Use standard input and output devices to successfully operate computers and related technologies.
Community, Global, and Ethical Impacts
The student will be able to:
Practice responsible digital citizenship (legal and ethical behaviors) in the use of technology systems and software. 

Mapping Skills

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