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K-2.IC.20 (Computer Science)


Standard Identifier: K-2.IC.20
Content Area: Computer Science
Grade Range: K–2
Concept: Impacts of Computing
Subconcept: Safety, Law, & Ethics
Practice(s): Recognizing and Defining Computational Problems (3.1)

Standard:
Describe approaches and rationales for keeping login information private, and for logging off of devices appropriately.

Descriptive Statement:
People use computing technology in ways that can help or hurt themselves and/or others. Harmful behaviors, such as sharing passwords or other private information and leaving public devices logged in should be recognized and avoided. Students keep login information private, log off of devices appropriately, and discuss the importance of these practices. For example, while learning about individual responsibility and citizenship, students could create a "privacy folder" to store login information, and keep this folder in a secure location that is not easily seen and accessed by classmates. Students could discuss the relative benefits and impacts of choosing to store passwords in a folder online versus on paper. They could also describe how using the same login and password across many systems and apps could lead to significant security issues and requires even more vigilance in maintaining security. (HSS K.1) Alternatively, students can write an informational piece regarding the importance of keeping login information private and logging off of public devices. (CA CCSS for ELA/Literacy W.K.2, W.1.2, W.2.2)

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