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K–12 Standards

Computer Solutions (2020): Grades 7-8

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 Demonstrating Personal Qualities and Abilities1

  • 1

     Demonstrate creativity and innovation.1.1

  • 2

     Demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving.1.2

  • 3

     Demonstrate initiative and self-direction.1.3

  • 4

     Demonstrate integrity.1.4

  • 5

     Demonstrate work ethic.1.5

 Demonstrating Interpersonal Skills2

  • 1

     Demonstrate conflict-resolution skills.2.1

  • 2

     Demonstrate listening and speaking skills.2.2

  • 3

     Demonstrate respect for diversity.2.3

  • 4

     Demonstrate customer service skills.2.4

  • 5

     Collaborate with team members.2.5

 Demonstrating Professional Competencies3

  • 1

     Demonstrate big-picture thinking.3.1

  • 2

     Demonstrate career- and life-management skills.3.2

  • 3

     Demonstrate continuous learning and adaptability.3.3

  • 4

     Manage time and resources.3.4

  • 5

     Demonstrate information-literacy skills.3.5

  • 6

     Demonstrate an understanding of information security.3.6

  • 7

     Maintain working knowledge of current information-technology (IT) systems.3.7

  • 8

     Demonstrate proficiency with technologies, tools, and machines common to a specific occupation.3.8

  • 9

     Apply mathematical skills to job-specific tasks.3.9

  • 10

     Demonstrate professionalism.3.10

  • 11

     Demonstrate reading and writing skills.3.11

  • 12

     Demonstrate workplace safety.3.12

 Addressing Elements of Student Life4

  • 1

     Identify the purposes and goals of the student organization.4.1

  • 2

     Explain the benefits and responsibilities of membership in the student organization as a student and in professional/civic organizations as an adult.4.2

  • 3

     Demonstrate leadership skills through participation in student organization activities, such as meetings, programs, and projects.4.3

  • 4

     Identify Internet safety issues and procedures for complying with acceptable use standards.4.4

 Exploring Work-Based Learning5

  • 1

     Identify the types of work-based learning (WBL) opportunities.5.1

  • 2

     (Optional) Reflect on lessons learned during the WBL experience.5.2

  • 3

     Explore career opportunities related to the WBL experience.5.3

  • 4

     (Optional) Participate in a WBL experience, when appropriate.5.4

 Using Word Processing Software to Solve Problems6

  • 1

     Format existing documents.6.1

  • 2

     Describe the writing process.6.2

  • 3

     (Optional) Create documents.6.3

 Using Spreadsheet Software to Solve Problems7

  • 1

     Identify the structure of a spreadsheet.7.1

  • 2

     Input data and formulas.7.2

  • 3

     Edit data within the spreadsheet.7.3

  • 4

     Create graphs and charts to visually represent data.7.4

  • 5

     Apply spreadsheet skills to solve a problem.7.5

 Using Database Software to Solve Problems8

  • 1

     Identify the structure of a database.8.1

  • 2

     Create a database by defining fields and designing formats.8.2

  • 3

     Apply database skills to solve a problem.8.3

 Using Technologies to Solve Problems9

  • 1

     Identify emerging technologies available to solve specified problems.9.1

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     Identify local and worldwide network communication systems.9.2

  • 3

     Use electronic search strategies to retrieve and evaluate relevant electronic information.9.3

  • 4

     (Optional) Analyze a problem to determine the technological options needed for a solution.9.4

  • 5

     (Optional) Apply technological skills to solve a communications problem.9.5

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     Explore coding skills to solve real-world problems.9.6

 Solving Ethical and Security Problems Relating to Technology10

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     Identify security issues related to hardware, software, and data.10.1

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     Explore problems involving integrity, courtesy, and confidentiality related to information and communications systems.10.2

  • 3

     Identify the effect of regulations such as copyright and licensing agreements in computer software applications.10.3

 Solving Problems Relating to Computer Maintenance11

  • 1

     Identify safety precautions associated with computer use.11.1

  • 2

     Describe the care necessary for internal and external storage devices.11.2

  • 3

     Describe methods of preventing the spread of computer viruses.11.3

 Using Presentations to Solve Problems12

  • 1

     Identify presentation applications.12.1

  • 2

     Identify the components of an effective presentation.12.2

  • 3

     Build a multimedia presentation.12.3

  • 4

     Apply a multimedia presentation to solve a problem.12.4

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 7 and Grade 8
Where can I read the official document?
Computer Solutions (2020): Grade 7-8

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