AP Computer Science Principles
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Computational Thinking Practices
1. Computational Solution Design
Design and evaluate computational solutions for a purpose.
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1.A
Investigate the situation, context, or task.
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1.B
Determine and design an appropriate method or approach to achieve the purpose.
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1.C
Explain how collaboration affects the development of a solution.
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1.D
Evaluate solution options.
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2. Algorithms and Program Development
Develop and implement algorithms.
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2.A
Represent algorithmic processes without using a programming language.
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2.B
Implement and apply an algorithm.
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3. Abstraction in Program Development
Develop programs that incorporate abstractions.
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3.A
Generalize data sources through variables.
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3.B
Use abstraction to manage complexity in a program.
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3.C
Explain how abstraction manages complexity.
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4. Code Analysis
Evaluate and test algorithms and programs.
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4.A
Explain how a code segment or program functions.
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4.B
Determine the result of code segments.
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4.C
Identify and correct errors in algorithms and programs, including error discovery through testing.
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5. Computing Innovations
Investigate computing innovations.
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5.A
Explain how computing systems work.
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5.B
Explain how knowledge can be generated from data.
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5.C
Describe the impact of a computing innovation.
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5.D
Describe the impact of gathering data.
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5.E
Evaluate the use of computing based on legal and ethical factors.
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6. Responsible Computing
Contribute to an inclusive, safe, collaborative, and ethical computing culture.
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6.A
Collaborate in the development of solutions.
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6.B
Use safe and secure methods when using computing devices.
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6.C
Acknowledge the intellectual property of others.
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