SOL Integration Ideas

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Why Integrate with Technology?

In the VDOE Digital Learning Integration Standards, the core skills they hope to instill transcend Computer Science and apply to future careers and life skills.

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Today let's reimagine the way we use technology to be interdisciplinary and inclusive. Below, you will find some technology tools and suggestions about how to use them to promote science understanding and engagement.

Key: $ = Resources Costs Money * = Teacher Resource (students do not access)

Critical Thinking

Posing real world problems and creating solutions.

(Google Workspace / 3D Printing $)

Understanding ecosystems, geology, chemistry, and so much more!

(Minecraft $)

Creative Thinking

Students can share their learning in a variety of ways. Science & beyond!

(Seesaw)

Create portfolios, review resources, bank of knowledge, research data, etc.!

(Google Sites)

Collaboration

Connect students to scientists in the field. Go on Virtual Field Trips!

(Zoom)

Have virtual pen pals or share their learning with their peers.

(Flip)

Communication

Give students an opportunity to show what they know.

Podcasts (Audacity)

Video (Screencastify also a Google AddOn)

Creative Design (Canva)

Citizenship

Teaching students how to be productive members of our digital community.

(Common Sense *)

(GoOpenVA *)

More than Content Strands: CS SOLs

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Algorithms & Programming

Solving problems using a sequence of steps (algorithms), recognizing patterns, and understanding data to enable students to make informed decisions.

Student Look-Fors:

Students design, implement, and debug simple programs with proper code structure.
They understand control structures (e.g., loops, conditionals).
Students can explain the function of key programming concepts (variables, data types).
They work collaboratively to solve programming challenges.

Computing Systems

Students explore the design, development, and functionalities of computing devices and systems, understanding both hardware and software aspects and how they interact to provide a platform for computing.

Student Look-Fors:

Students identify basic hardware and software and their roles.
They understand the concept of an operating system.
Students can troubleshoot common hardware and software problems.
They demonstrate basic knowledge of how systems work together.

Cybersecurity

Understanding vulnerabilities in computing systems, employing safe practices and protocols, and being aware of ethical and legal implications of cyber threats.

Student Look-Fors:

Students identify common cybersecurity threats and attacks.
They use secure passwords and two-factor authentication.
Students understand the principle of digital footprints.
They discuss privacy settings and their importance.

Data & Analysis

Collecting, managing, and interpreting data, understanding its representation, and analyzing it to make informed conclusions or decisions.

Student Look-Fors:

Students can organize and interpret data through charts or graphs.
They understand and use basic statistical methods to analyze data.
Students recognize different data collection methods.
They make informed decisions or predictions based on data analysis.

Impacts of Computing

The larger context of computing, including its history, its innovations, and its far-reaching impacts on society, culture, and various sectors.

Student Look-Fors:

Students discuss real-world impacts of computing innovations.
They explore ethical considerations in computing technology (e.g., AI, data privacy).
Students can relate historical computing developments to current trends.
They discuss career opportunities and emerging technologies in computing.

Networking & the Internet

How data is transmitted and how networks, including the internet, function, as well as issues related to connectivity, security, and responsible usage.