Standards Alignment
CodeHS offers the most comprehensive standards-aligned course pathway across grades K-12, starting with interactive elementary lessons all the way up to AP-level programming courses in many languages. Our courses align with many state and national standards frameworks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are CodeHS courses aligned to CSTA K-12 Computer Science Standards?
Yes. All of the main courses in the CodeHS 6-12 pathway are aligned to or support the Computer Science Teachers Association (CSTA) K-12 Computer Science Standards. The AP CS courses align to the College Board frameworks while also supporting the vision of the CSTA K-12 standards.
The CSTA K-12 Computer Science Standards delineate a core set of learning objectives designed to provide the foundation for a complete computer science curriculum, as computer science and the technologies it enables rest at the heart of our economy and the way we live our lives.
Through a curriculum supported by the CSTA K-12 Computer Science Standards, students can learn new approaches to problem-solving with computational thinking. States, districts, and organizations can use the CSTA K-12 Computer Science Standards as the primary set of learning objectives or as a framework to build their own computer science pathways and sets of standards.
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CodeHS Courses Aligned to CSTA Standards:
- Computing Ideas
- Web Design
- Intro to Computer Science in JavaScript
- Intro to Computer Science in Python
- AP Computer Science Principles
- AP Computer Science A (Java)
Are CodeHS courses aligned to ISTE Standards?
Yes. All of the main courses in the CodeHS 6-12 pathway are aligned to or support the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) Computer Science Standards for students. The AP CS courses align to the College Board frameworks while also supporting the vision of the ISTE standards.
The ISTE Computer Science Standards are designed to work with a number of learning models and are affiliated with project-based learning, blended learning, and the flipped classroom model. These standards delineate a core set of learning objectives designed to provide the foundation for a complete computer science curriculum as computer science and the technologies it enables rest at the heart of our economy and the way we live our lives.
CodeHS Courses Aligned to ISTE CS Standards:
- Computing Ideas
- Web Design
- Intro to Computer Science in Javascript
- Intro to Computer Science in Python
- AP CSA (Java)
- AP CS Principles
Are CodeHS courses aligned to the K-12 Computer Science Framework?
Yes. All of the main courses in the CodeHS 6-12 pathway are aligned to or support the practices and concepts in the K-12 Computer Science Framework. The AP CS courses align to the College Board frameworks while also supporting the vision of the K-12 CS Framework.
The K-12 Computer Science Framework is designed to support access to computer science for all students. The main goal is not just to have students as computer users, but also computational creators who are proficient in computer science concepts and practices.
Through a curriculum supported by the K-12 CS Framework, students can learn new approaches to problem-solving with computational thinking. States, districts, and organizations use the Framework to inform the development of standards and curriculum, build capacity for teaching computer science and implement computer science pathways.
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CodeHS Courses Aligned to the K-12 Computer Science Framework:
- Computing Ideas
- Web Design
- Intro to Computer Science in JavaScript
- Intro to Computer Science in Python
- AP Computer Science A (Java)
- AP Computer Science Principles
Are CodeHS courses aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)?
Yes. Many of the main courses in the CodeHS 6-12 pathway are aligned to or support the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) relating to engineering design and information.
The Next Generation Science Standards is a multi-state effort to create new education standards that are "rich in content and practice, arranged in a coherent manner across disciplines and grades to provide all students an internationally benchmarked science education."
CodeHS Courses Aligned to NGSS:
- Computing Ideas
- Intro to Computer Science in JavaScript
- Intro to Computer Science in Python
- Introduction to Cybersecurity
- AP Computer Science Principles
- AP Computer Science A (Java)
Are CodeHS courses aligned to Common Core Mathematics Standards?
Yes. Many courses in the CodeHS 6-12 pathway are aligned to or support Common Core mathematics standards relating to modeling, reasoning, and abstraction.
CodeHS computer science courses reinforce several math practices listed in the Common Core mathematics standards, including modeling, reasoning, and abstraction. Exercises and projects demonstrate how math content is relevant to computer science by showing real-world applications of math skills.
CodeHS Courses Aligned to Common Core Mathematics Standards:
- Computing Ideas
- Intro to Computer Science in JavaScript
- Intro to Computer Science in Python
- Web Design
- AP Computer Science Principles
- AP Computer Science A (Java)
Where can I find CodeHS course scope and sequence documents?
CodeHS scope and sequence documents give an overview of what each course covers and the progression of content within each course. You can download the scope and sequence for each course on the CodeHS standards page.
View each course scope and sequence below:
Is CodeHS an endorsed College Board AP provider?
Yes. CodeHS is recognized by the College Board as an endorsed provider of curriculum and professional development for AP® Computer Science Principles (AP CSP), and its AP® Computer Science A (AP CSA) course is officially approved through the AP Course Audit.
This endorsement affirms that all components of CodeHS's offerings are aligned to the AP Curriculum Framework standards and the AP CSP assessment. Using an endorsed provider affords schools access to resources including an AP CSP syllabus pre-approved by the College Board's AP Course Audit, and officially recognized professional development that prepares teachers to teach AP CSP.
AP® Computer Science Principles
With our pre-approved and endorsed curriculum, it's super easy for schools and districts to register their courses with the College Board and use CodeHS to teach AP CS Principles.
You can learn more about how to go through the AP Course Audit using our sample syllabus here.
- AP Computer Science Principles in Javascript
- AP Computer Science Principles in Python
- AP Computer Science Principles: Cybersecurity
Submit AP CSP Syllabus to AP Course Audit
AP® Computer Science A
Our AP® CS A course is officially approved by the College Board and our syllabus can be submitted easily for the course audit.
Our pre-approved syllabus ID for AP® CS A is 1667173v1. For more info on submitting the AP® CS A course audit using our syllabus, see here.
Interested in diving into the course? You can review our in-depth course syllabus here, or sign up for a free teacher account here to explore the course for yourself.
- AP Computer Science A (Nitro)
- AP Computer Science A (Mocha)
Are CodeHS courses aligned to state computer science standards?
Yes. CodeHS courses are aligned to computer science standards across many states, including California, Arkansas, Texas, Nevada, Florida, and many more.
