Computer Science Fundamentals 4th Grade - Ellipsis Education

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Computer Science Fundamentals

4TH GRADE

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PROGRAMMING LANGUAGE:

Scratch

SOFTWARE USED IN COURSE:

Scratch
Google Chrome
Safari

SUPPORTED DEVICES:

Mac
Windows
Chromebook
iPad (no audio)

INSTRUCTIONAL MODELS:

Direct Instruction
Instructional Scaffolding
Use of Learning Objectives
Relevant Vocabulary
Bloom’s Taxonomy
of Questions
Inquiry-Based Instruction
Project-Based Instruction
Cooperative Learning
Independent Study

SUPPORTED LEARNING MODELS:

Classroom
Blended
Hybrid
Synchronous
Asynchronous

STANDARDS ALIGNED:

ISTE Seal of Alignment

National and State K-12 Computer Science Standards

REINFORCES:

Math
ELA
Social-Emotional Learning

Course Description

Establish fundamental computer science skills. Build projects through free play using Scratch, a block coding language. Apply previously learned concepts like functions, variables, conditionals, while expanding knowledge of new coding strategies, like comparison operators and parameters. Unplugged and Digital Citizenship lessons discuss ethical Internet behaviors, problem solving strategies, and a variety of STEM careers. At the end of this course, students will have practiced basic programming concepts and expanded their understanding of block coding.

Learning Objectives

Each lesson plan is designed to enable students to achieve specific learning outcomes related to course aligned computer science competencies. For example, at the end of this course students will be able to:

  • Identify variables, loops, and conditionals in code and predict the output of functions.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of how comparison operators function by developing and identifying examples.
  • Interpret and apply project criteria to independently plan and create a finished product.
  • Summarize how parameters work in code to make functions reusable.
  • Define phishing and measure the relative safety of different types of online communication.
  • Identify situations which necessitate providing attribution for borrowed work and write grade-level appropriate attributions.

Resources Included

  • Teacher training videos
  • Summative assessments
  • Formative assessments
  • Syllabus
  • Customized standards map
  • Step-by-step lesson plans
  • Pacing guide
  • Teacher and student slide decks
  • English language learner supplemental teaching guides
  • Vocabulary words and definitions
  • Coding lessons
  • Unplugged lessons
  • Digital Citizenship lessons
  • STEM Career lessons
  • Hardware integrations

“If I can teach this stuff, literally anyone could.”

— Amy Giba, STEM Teacher

“The kids get fired up because they can see the connections.”

— Collin Yust, 3rd Grade Teacher

Core Pillars of Ellipsis Education

Not every student loves to code, and that’s ok. That’s why the Core Pillars of Ellipsis Education are at the center of every course. Each pillar includes activities built to engage every learning style in the classroom.

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