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Oklahoma Exploring Computer Science for 8th Grade

In this course, students will be introduced to the exciting world of computers and technology! They will gain foundational skills in programming, explore the vast potential of the internet, and understand how to be a responsible digital citizen. Through engaging activities and projects, students will learn how technology can be used to solve problems, analyze data, and navigate the digital world effectively.

Overview & Highlights

Level
Middle School
Contact Hours
100

Course Overview

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Programming with Turtle Graphics
Students learn Python commands, functions, and control structures by drawing shapes on the screen and solving puzzles with Turtle Graphics.
Exploring Computing
Students explore different technologies and the impact they have on our world.
Project: Using Technology to Solve Problems
Students will explore the systematic selection and integration of hardware and software components that represent a powerful approach to problem-solving in today's technology-driven world. Whether it's optimizing crop yields, enhancing athletic performance, or creating intelligent home systems, the synergy between hardware and software enables us to improve efficiency and address challenges.
Exploring the Internet
Students are introduced to network protocols and different strategies used to protect online information.
Exploring Digital Citizenship
Students learn about Internet etiquette and how to stay safe on the world wide web.
Exploring Data and Spreadsheets
Students synthesize all they've learned in this course to complete a project where they use a device to collect and analyze data to find an answer to a question they have.

61
Lessons
40
Videos
135
Exercises
5
Challenges
115
Offline Handouts

Demo Programs

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Standards

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