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Standards: Computer Science

Arizona Computer Science Standards

(Approved: October 22, 2018)

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*New Computer Science Implementation Guidance Document  

Arizona Computer Science Vision Statement

Arizona’s K-12 students will develop a foundation of computer science knowledge and learn new approaches to problem-solving and critical thinking. Students will become innovative, collaborative creators and ethical, responsible users of computing technology to ensure they have the knowledge and skills to productively participate in a global society. For a better understanding of the design of this standard and guidance on implementing this standard, download the complete Word or PDF document and refer to the Introduction pages.

Appendix A | Glossary           Appendix B | Computer Science Practices         

Arizona Computer Science Standards 

  • Grades K-2 Standards PDF | Word     

  • Grades 3-5 Standards PDF | Word     

  • Grades 6-8 Standards PDF | Word     

  • High School Standards PDF | Word

  • Credit Hours Sheet for Verification of CS Endorsement Training
  • Overview of AZ Endorsement for CS Educators
  • PreK-8 Endorsement
  • Grades 6-12 Endorsement
  • How Micro-credentials Can Revolutionize CS Certification - Nov. 5th Code.org | BloomBoard | ADE

 

    Computer Science Essential Concepts and Subconcepts

    Computer Systems

    K-HS

    Networking

    K-HS

    Data

    K-HS

    Algorithms

    K-HS

    Impacts

    K-HS

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    Computer Systems

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    Cybersecuirty

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    Data Analysis

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    Algorithms and Programming

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    Impacts of Computing
    PDF | WORDPDF | WORDPDF | WORDPDF | WORDPDF | WORD

    ADE STEM Series 1 | Integrating Technology into STEM Webinar

    ADE STEM Series 1 | Integrating Technology into STEM 

    ADE STEM Series 2 | Computer Science Resources for the K-5 Webinar

    ADE STEM Series 2 | Computer Science Resources for the K-5 PowerPoint

    ADE STEM Series 3 | Meet the Computer Science Standards with CODE.ORG Webinar

    ADE STEM Series 3 | Meet the Computer Science Standards with CODE.ORG PowerPoint

     

    COVID-19 HELPFUL GUIDANCE AND INFORMATION

    The Arizona Department of Education’s Virtual Learning Hub is a resource for teachers and families to assist them as they plan for non-traditional instruction and should be used with discretion and in the way that best fits with their school/district curricula. This is a living document that will be updated frequently. Virtual Learning Resources

    Contact Information: Sarah Sleasman, Director of Science and STEM | 602-364-2353

     

    **The views and opinions expressed in any third-party resource do not necessarily reflect those of the Arizona Department of Education (ADE) and do not imply an endorsement by ADE.

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