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Elementary Computer Science Grade 2

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Description

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.

 

Follow the link below for the Department of Education description for this course:

FDOE CPALMS Course Description Link: https://www.cpalms.org/PreviewCourse/Preview/23335

Segment One

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

Segment Two

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

  • meaning of Artificial Intelligence
  • true and accurate information
  • ways to use AI
  • past and present technology
  • technology around us
  • digital citizenship

Students will need the following materials: printer, cell phone or scanner, headset or earbuds, notebook, pen, pencils, erasers, scissors, coloring materials (markers, crayons, colored pencils), glue, tape, stapler, ruler, printer paper, lined paper, colored paper, and general household objects for activities.

Besides engaging students in challenging curriculum, the course guides students to reflect on their learning and evaluate their progress through a variety of assessments. Assessments can be in the form of practice lessons, multiple choice questions, writing assignments, projects, oral assessments, and discussions. Core courses will use the state-approved grading scale and Special Area courses will use an S or U grading scale.

To achieve success, students are expected to submit work in each course weekly. Students can learn at their own pace; however, “any pace” still means that students must make progress in the course every week. To measure learning, students complete self-checks, practice lessons, multiple choice questions, projects, discussion-based assessments, and discussions. Students are expected to maintain regular contact with teachers; the minimum requirement is monthly. When teachers, students, and parents work together, students are successful.