Florida K–6 technology standards

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Recognize components of computing devices.

Identify what types of computer components can be used with senses.

Identify tools used for creative expression.

Create a project that expresses thoughts and ideas.

Explore the keyboard of a computer through Consonant-Vowel-Consonant (CVC) words.

Recognize that universal icons represent tools or information.

Discuss proper care for electronic devices.

Determine the risks of Internet usage.

Explore the need for adult permission before using a network- capable device.

Discuss that a password helps protect the privacy of information.

Explain that some information is private and should not be shared online or in person.

Explore the impact that technology has on the senses.

Explore how to create a healthy balance between physical activity and time spent on a digital device.

Discuss how a computer program is a set of instructions made by people to show a computer how to complete a task.

Recognize different types of data.

Use different data representations to make comparisons.

Arrange or sort information.

Solve problems involving logical order thinking or sequencingwith or without technology.

Observe patterns of daily life and routines.

Create and use repeating patterns using letters, numbers orsymbols.

Explore the use of technology in daily life.

Introduce and state the importance of rules.

Communicate and collaborate with teachers and other students with and without the use of technology.

Recognize and operate different types of computer components.

Create multimedia files.

Demonstrate proper care for electronic devices.

Create and review projects using digital tools.

Identify tools that can be used for data collection.

Identify tools that can be used for sharing information.

Demonstrate how to complete a task using a digital device.

Discuss the importance of saving digital work.

Use the keyboard of a computer to write consonant-vowel-consonant (CVC) and consonant-vowel-consonant-e (CVCe) words.

Type a username and password accurately.

Recognize and operate different types of computer applications.

Define and recognize the risks of Internet usage.

Explain the need for adult permission before using a network-capable device.

Recognize why student identification is considered secure information.

Define and discuss what makes a healthy balance between unplugged activities and time spent on a digital device.

Explain that a computer program can only follow a set of instructions made by people to complete a task.

Determine what makes data important.

Sort data using visual representation tools.

Recognize the type of data needed to be collected and use it to solve a specific problem using models.

Create a pattern that can be repeated to complete a task.

Extend a repeated pattern.

Describe how data collected from models can be used to solve real-world problems.

Discuss that individuals can use computing technology in the workplace or school to perform many important tasks and functions.

Explore that individuals can use computing technology at home to perform many important tasks and functions.

Explore Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered devices.

Identify why personal information should be kept private.

Compare information from two different digital resources on the same topic to confirm accuracy.

Identify a variety of digital tools used for communication.

Describe the similarities and differences among the Internet, websites and online applications.

Complete basic keyword searches.

Identify concepts illustrated by a simple simulation.

Identify the characteristics of hardware.

Demonstrate the proper handling of computers and devices.

Use the keyboard of a computer to write simple sentences.

Create an audio or video recording.

Create and present a digital product.

Explain that a computer program is running when a program or command is executed.

Identify the characteristics of software.

Introduce network system tools and how to determine if they are connected to a network.

Identify the strength of a network system from the symbol on a computing device.

Identify examples of safe and unsafe online communications.

Demonstrate why personal or family member login usernames, passcodes, passwords and secure logins should not be shared with other people.

Discuss the difference between weak and strong passwords.

Recognize that digital content posted online should have the consent of the subject.

Identify healthy digital use habits.

Identify if there is a need to reduce screen time and how that can be done.

Construct code segments using tools that do not require a textual programming language.

Collect data using a variety of computing methods.

Explore dividing a collection of data or objects into like groups.

Create data visualizations.

Create a repeatable pattern, with or without technology, to solve a problem.

Develop a plan that could be used to create a story.

Demonstrate the use of conditional logic.

Solve questions using models, simulations or data.

Recognize that people use computing technology in the workplace or school to perform many important tasks and functions.

Recognize that people use computing technology at home to perform many important tasks and functions.

Identify and compare Artificial Intelligence (AI) devices to other devices.

Evaluate if given information (written or visual) is accurate.

Describe how collaborating with others can be beneficial to a project.

Use feedback from peers to make revisions using technology.

Explain that searches may be enhanced by key terms.

Describe how computer simulations can help communicate ideas in concepts or problem-solving.

Identify uses of technology when sending communication over the Internet.

Describe responsible uses of modern communication media and devices.

Classify hardware as input, output, both or neither.

Use the keyboard of a computer to write short paragraphs or short stories.

Identify digital tools used for writing activities.

Identify digital tools for data collection.

Use digital tools for sharing information.

Apply self-editing practices to improve accuracy.

Categorize software based on its main purpose.

Introduce how network systems are part of a global communication network.

Discuss the need for parental control settings on network- capable devices.

Discuss why some sites or games have age requirements.

Explain what actions should be taken if students are either victims or witnesses of cyberbullying or harassment.

Explore ways to balance movement and screen time.

Demonstrate the use of healthy digital habits.

Explore using graphics, blocks or visual cues to design a program.

Create a program that includes user choices based on defined conditions.

Collect data using a digital tool.

Compile data collected and draw conclusions based on trends.

Analyze data for trends.

Create a repeatable pattern to solve a problem.

Demonstrate how programs written differently can have the same outcome.

Use graphical programming or visual cues to represent a set of instructions (algorithm) that includes repetition.

Create a model or a simulation of a system and explain what the model shows.

Explain the process of sorting information into a useful order.

Summarize how different types of computing devices are used to communicate with others on a daily basis.

Identify adaptive technology and discuss how it has changed over time.

Discuss the uses of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in daily life.

Demonstrate awareness of copyright laws to show respect for the ideas of others when using digital artifacts.

Identify various digital artifacts and whether they are copyrighted or trademarked.

Cite evidence using direct and indirect citations.

Identify digital information resources used to answer research questions.

Demonstrate ways that technology can foster teamwork.

Demonstrate collaboration and problem-solving.

Discuss ways that collaboration can lead to innovation.

Explain why providing and receiving feedback from others can improve performance for projects.

Compare different communication technologies.

Gather information from a variety of digital resources.

Organize information from digital resources.

Demonstrate keyboarding skills for communication.

Create and edit multimedia artifacts using digital tools.

Publish multimedia artifacts using digital tools based on feedback.

Determine whether software can be described as a system or application software.

Troubleshoot digital problems that may occur during daily use.

Discuss ways computers connect.

Discuss what makes websites and applications appropriate for use at school.

Discuss how websites and applications can be utilized for different purposes.

Evaluate the permanence of content posted online.

Identify the legal and social consequences of cyberbullying.

Identify the impact of digital device usage on behavior.

Explain that when writing programs, a specific initial program environment is necessary.

Create a condition that will modify a situation or value in the program.

Collect, organize and graph data.

Analyze a graphical representation of data.

Describe how computational thinking can be used to solve real-world issues in science and engineering.

Create a list of steps (algorithm) to solve a real-world problem.

Explain how over time digital literacy has been used to simplify tasks and functions.

Explore and identify the functions of adaptive technologies and how they have changed over time.

Explain how Artificial Intelligence (AI) affects our ability to access, create and modify content.

Define plagiarism and explore the impacts of plagiarized materials.

Identify appropriate and inappropriate uses of technology for communication with others.

Demonstrate ways with or without technology that collaborating with others can support problem solving.

Revise and refine thinking based on peer feedback.

Research and use information gathered from digital resources.

Support ideas using collected evidence through research.

Describe the function and purpose of various input/output devices.

Create a digital project that answers a research question, clearly communicating thoughts and ideas.

Explore the use of keyboard shortcuts.

Explore the use of the keyboard with proper finger placement for all rows.

Explain how computers access a network and how to effectively troubleshoot.

Explain how computers can communicate to transfer data.

Identify hardware components in the computation cycle as input, processing, output and storage.

Troubleshoot hardware problems that may occur during everyday use.

Identify software components in the computation cycle asinput, processing, output and storage.

Troubleshoot software problems that may occur during everyday use.

Discuss the importance of a search engine’s safe-search feature.

Describe the role that parental digital monitoring programs play in Internet safety.

Describe threats to safe and efficient use of electronic devices.

Define the 20-20-20 rule for technology.

Discuss ways to counteract digital fatigue.

Explain the impact of digital media, communication and the consequences of cyberbullying and harassment.

Explain how computers model intelligent behavior.

Create a program in a graphical environment.

Create a program using arithmetic operators, conditionals andrepetition in programs.

Detect and correct program errors.

Describe examples of databases from everyday life.

Identify data types and data structures.

Analyze the data from a given scenario.

Identify the concepts illustrated by a simulation that offers problems and solutions.

Solve problems using digital graphic organizers.

Explain that there are several possible algorithms for searching within a dataset.

Explain how to identify and correct logical errors in algorithms.

Explain how access to technology helps empower individuals and groups.

Explore various technology-related career paths.

Evaluate audio and video technologies and their impact on communication.

Compare digital resources.

Describe the purpose of copyright.

Describe the possible consequences for improper use of digital materials that are protected by copyright.

Verify information from digital resources.

Demonstrate how to cite sources.

Demonstrate an ability to communicate through various online tools.

Create a digital product individually and collaboratively.

Identify multiple file format types.

Identify applications that have different desktop and online versions.

Identify the differences between wired and wireless computer networks.

Describe how information is translated and communicated between computers and devices over a network.

Explain that a database is a collection of digital data that can be organized, stored and retrieved in a designated order.

Research questions using digital information resources.

Identify and describe the major hardware components and functions of computer systems.

Describe the essential characteristics of a software artifact.

Describe the main functions of an operating system.

Explain how an operating system provides user and system services.

Describe the major software components and functions of computer systems.

Evaluate various forms of input and output (IO) and peripheral devices.

Define the states of data.

Illustrate the concept of access control and how to limit access to authorized users.

Discuss the importance of cybersecurity.

Determine information that should remain confidential.

Identify the need for encryption.

Recognize the importance of digital identity.

Identify the need for security safeguards on personal devices.

Identify technology used to support specialized forms of human-computer interaction (HCI).

Identify technology skills needed in the workplace.

Identify the characteristics of Artificial Intelligence (AI).

Discuss the benefits associated with Artificial Intelligence (AI).

Explain why some tasks can be accomplished faster by computers.

Describe how humans and machines interact to accomplish tasks that neither can accomplish alone.

Identify the connection between strong passwords and Internet safety.

Discuss the need for downloads to come from trusted sources.

Describe safe practices when participating in digital communication.

Evaluate a given website to determine if it is safe for users.

Define the online disinhibition effect.

List negative impacts of excessive device usage.

Explore the impact that digital media and communication hason our behavior.

Identify the types of operations that can be performed on different data types.

Use conditional statements for a specified purpose.

Design solutions that use repetition and two-way selection.

Develop a program using a string data type.

Develop a program using a numeric data type.

Index selected items within a list.

Compare data types and their uses.

Develop a program using a Boolean data type.

Write code segments that use standard mathematical operators.

Use a function for a specified purpose.

Use looping techniques for a specified purpose.

Create designated graph types using data.

Analyze a database and propose solutions based on a task or problem.

Create a simple database.

Identify what kinds of real-world problems can be solved using modeling and simulation.

Interact with content-specific models and simulations to support learning, research and problem-solving.

Design a digital model.

Identify the benefits and the limitations of the use of models.

Create a visual representation of a solution to a problem.

Evaluate the logical flow of a step-by-step program by acting it out through computer-free activities.

Select tools and technology resources to accomplish a variety of tasks and solve problems.

Recognize the phases of the software development life cycle.

Recognize the data content sources that make your digital footprint.

Explore the history of computer and other devices.

Create a timeline for the innovation of an electronic device.

Describe various technology-related career paths.

Recognize the consequences of plagiarism on the development of creative works.

Demonstrate compliance with the school’s Acceptable Use Policy.

Explain fair use for using copyrighted materials.

Generate citations for text and non-text sources using a digital tool.