Computer Science Instruction

Topics:

Instruction

Computer science is a basic skill in today’s economy and Iowa wants to ensure all K-12 students experience high-quality computer science education that prepares them for personal and professional success in a digital world.

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Computer Science Bytes Newsletter

The Computer Science Bytes newsletter is sent monthly providing timely updates, expectations and opportunities for educators and their students.

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Definition

See the Computer Science Definition webpage for a definition and an understanding of the two foundational concepts of computer literacy and digital citizenship.

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Standards

Iowa’s computer science standards are the CSTA K-12 Computer Science Standards, which were developed by the Computer Science Teachers Association.

The standards were approved and adopted by the Iowa State Board of Education in June 2018, based on an Iowa team’s recommendation. The standards can be viewed and filtered from the CSTA Standards webpage.

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Guidance

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Laws, Rules & Policy

Senate File 274 (Iowa Acts 2017, Chapter 106)

Iowa Administrative Code 281-12.11

Iowa Administrative Code 281-98

HF 2629

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Resources

These resources should not be considered recommendations. They are made available only to support the learning of schools, districts, and AEAs.

Getting Started

Endorsement

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