Standard 2: The impact of computing resources on local and global society

Students will examine the purpose of the Supreme Court, the impact their precedents have, and explain the possible consequences of the inappropriate use of social media. This is the first lesson in a 3-part integrated computer science and civics mini-unit. 

Type: Lesson Plan

This is lesson 2 in a 3-lesson unit plan. In this integrated civics lesson, students will choose an environmental issue, determine whether it should be addressed locally or by the state, research public policy alternatives, identify an appropriate government agency and/or representative to address the issue and determine a course of action. Additionally, students will learn how computer technology can be used to aid in civic action.

Type: Lesson Plan

This is the first lesson in a 3-lesson unit plan. In this lesson, students will learn to identify when an issue should be solved at the local or state level and how to find a government agency or representative to help resolve the issue. Additionally, students will learn how to use computer technology to aid in civic action in this integrated lesson plan.

Type: Lesson Plan

This is lesson 2 of a 3-lesson unit. In this lesson, students learn about how variables and inequalities are used in both math and computer science through the exploration of how a win/loss is calculated in an Electoral College model/simulator.

Type: Lesson Plan

This article addresses and debunks 10 myths employees often believe about using the Internet at work for personal use and their right to privacy.

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