Computer Science
K-5 Computer Science
The Arkansas Computer Science and Computing Standards for Grades K-8 provide an introduction to computing concepts which are to be embedded across content areas and are intended to support existing classroom learning activities. The standards support critical thinking through the essential skills of computational thinking and algorithmic problem solving.
Learn the basics about blogs, email, internet safety and more.
BrainPOP offers topics that guide students in what it means to be careful, considerate, and aware digital citizens. Explore our collection of digital citizenship resources including movies, activities, games, and planning guides.
CodeMonkey is an educational computer coding environment that allows beginners to learn computer programming concepts and languages. CodeMonkey is intended for students ages 6–14
6-8 Computer Science
The Arkansas Computer Science and Computing Standards for Grades K-8 provide an introduction to computing concepts which are to be embedded across content areas and are intended to support existing classroom learning activities. The standards support critical thinking through the essential skills of computational thinking and algorithmic problem solving.
Learning Blade is an online system that allows students to explore STEM careers while reviewing academics. This is done through “Missions” that cover 12 different STEM areas. These lessons are designed for middle school (5th to 9th) and are aligned to all AR academic standards.
TypingClub helps students learn how to type while having an engaging and interactive experience. It features virtual keyboard and hand guides to show proper hand position, badges and stars to keep students motivated, games and videos to make learning fun, voice over that reads words aloud as you type them, and typing playback to view past performances.
Scratch is a free programming language and online community where you can create your own interactive stories, games, and animations.
9-12 Computer Science
The Arkansas Computer Science and Computing Initiative standards for high school courses are designed to provide understandings of concepts in computer science that are necessary for students to function in an ever-changing technological world.
CodeHS is an interactive online learning platform offering computer science and programming instruction for schools and individual learners.
PLTW Computer Science empowers students to become creators, instead of merely consumers, of the technology all around them. The program engages students in collaborative projects that help them develop in-demand computer science knowledge as well as transportable skills like creative thinking and communication.