UNPLUGGED ACTIVITIES |
LITERACY AND NUMERACY CURRICULAR COMPETENCIES SUPPORTED BY COMPUTATIONAL THINKING |
These activities can be used to further build foundational skills and understanding without using a device.
CS Fundamentals Unplugged Computer Science Unplugged These articles give background and pedagogy about computational thinking skills for teachers. Beanz: The Magazine for Kids, Code and Computer Science PROGRAMMING LANGUAGES
Angela Moino, Grade 3 Teacher at RC Garnett Elementary, discusses ScratchJr and links to the Core Competencies.
RC Garnett's Angela Moino talks about using iPads for differentiation.
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Gr. 3 teacher Angela Moino reflects on her practice with iPads and ScratchJr.
Student progression from graph paper programming to digital storytelling
OTHER RESOURCES |
Students are expected to use the learning standards for Curricular Competencies from Applied Design, Skills, and Technologies K–5 in combination with grade-level content from other areas of learning in cross-curricular activities to develop foundational mindsets and skills in design thinking and making.
Language Arts K-3Comprehend and connect (reading, listening, viewing)
Math K-3Reasoning and analyzing
Language Arts 4-5Comprehend and connect (reading, listening, viewing)
Math 4-5Reasoning and analyzing
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