Elementary Elementary Foundations of Computer Science Grade 2
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License Model
FlexPoint or School/District Hosted
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Number of Credits
1.0
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Estimated Completion Time
32-36 weeks
Suggested Prerequisites
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In Foundations of Computer Science Grade 2, students are introduced to the foundational concepts of computer science in a fun and encouraging environment. They will explore basic skills, such as troubleshooting, algorithms, security, and privacy, while also learning to be responsible online citizens and practicing healthy tech habits. Key concepts, like conditional logic, data analysis, and basic programming, are introduced through interactives, models, and simulations to make abstract ideas accessible. The curriculum integrates lessons on digital literacy, problem-solving, and early critical thinking through an engaging experience that builds confidence and helps students recognize how technology, including AI, works in everyday life.Module One: Net Ninjas
-The internet and apps
-Digital citizenship
-Online communication
-Passwords and privacy
-Credit and consent
-Healthy tech habits
Module Two: Gadget Gurus
-Hardware and software
-Computer care
-Basic troubleshooting
-Network system tools
-Signal strengths
Module Three: Click-tastic Creators
-Creating with technology
-Digital artifacts
-Programming
-Patterns
-Loops
-Conditional logic
Module Four: Logic Leapers
-Sequences
-Loops
-Algorithms
-Conditional logic
-Block-based coding
Module Five: Stat Trackers
-Tally charts, pictographs, and bar graphs
-Collecting and organizing data
-Patterns in data
-Comparing and interpreting data
-Showing data in different ways
Module Six: Idea Engineers
-Artificial Intelligence
-True and accurate information
-Ways to use AI
-Past and present technology
-Technology around us
-Digital citizenship