1. (1) Computer science algorithms and programming standards for kindergarten are:

   1. (a) follow step-by-step instructions; and
   2. (b) recognize that numbers and symbols represent information.

2. (2) Computer science computing systems standards for kindergarten are:

   1. (a) identify computing devices; and
   2. (b) identify examples of common hardware and software.

3. (3) Computer science data and analysis standards to kindergarten are:

   1. (a) collect and categorize data;
   2. (b) retrieve information; and
   3. (c) identify patterns in data.

4. (4) Computer science impacts of computing standards for kindergarten are:

   1. (a) work respectfully and responsibly in groups; and
   2. (b) keep login information private and log off devices appropriately.

Authorizing statute(s): Mont. Const. Art. X, sec. 9, 20-2-121, MCA

Implementing statute(s): Mont. Const. Art. X, sec. 9, 20-2-121, 20-3-106, 20-7-101, MCA

History: NEW, 2020 MAR p. 2138, Eff. 7/1/21.