MODULE 2
WHAT is the Alabama DLCS Course of Study?
GOAL of the Digital Literacy/Computer Science
Course of Study
to provide digital and computational literacy opportunities
for all Alabama students
"The goal of the DLCS course of study is to enable students to use cognitive and technical skills responsibly in finding, evaluating, creating, and communicating information. Standards will also introduce students to the study of computers and algorithmic processes, including computer science principles, hardware, and software design, applications, networks, and societal impacts so that students will be fully equipped with the important, increasingly valuable knowledge and skills needed in college and careers." ~ Alabama Course of Study: Digital Literacy and Computer Science
The standards were released as a single integration. So, the progression is delivered with different levels of instructional focus in each area within the grade levels.
~ Alabama Course of Study: Digital Literacy and Computer Science
Please scroll through three slides. SLIDE 1 of 3
The standards are focused on five strands within digital literacy and computer science.
Each strand contains topics. The topics focus on a specific area within the strand.
next
slide
RECURRING STANDARDS
Recurring standards are key practices or concepts that reoccur at all grade levels with progressive complexity.
Hover over each box below to reveal an explanation of the recurring standards.
Safety,
Privacy,
and
Security
Identify, demonstrate, and apply personal safety use of digital devices.
Legal
and
Ethical
Behavior
Recognize and demonstrate age-appropriate responsible use of digital devices and resources as outlined in school/district rules.
Impact
of
Computing
Analyze the potential impact of computing.
Systems
Identify and employ appropriate troubleshooting techniques used to solve computing or connectivity issues.
Collaborative Research
Locate, curate, and evaluate information from digital sources to answer research questions.
Digital Tools
Produce, review, and revise authentic artifacts using appropriate digtial tools.
Check your understanding by completing the following activity.