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AP Computer Science A (CSA)

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Computer Science A (CSA) introduces students to software engineering and object-oriented programming and design using the Java programming language. This curriculum covers a broad range of topics, including the design of solutions to problems, the use of data structures to organize large sets of data, the development and implementation of algorithms to process data and discover new information, the analysis of potential solutions, and the ethical and social implications of computing systems.

Planning Tools

Units

Object-Oriented Programming

Class Structure and Design

Arrays and Algorithms

Conditions and Logic

Two-Dimensional Arrays

ArrayLists and String Methods

Method Decomposition and Recursion

Searching and Sorting

AP Exam Review and Practice

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Culturally Responsive Pedagogy and Equity in CSA Code.org Computer Science A (CSA) curriculum incorporates culturally responsive strategies to influence attitudes and perceptions towards software engineering by increasing engagement, confidence, and sense of belonging with strategies that ensure equitable learning opportunities and outcomes

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AP Central

AP Central provides free, flexible online resources that can keep your class on pace throughout the year.

CSA Standards

Unit by Unit alignment to national standards for AP Computer Science - A

Professional Learning

The Code.org Professional Learning Program is hosted by Regional Partners across the country and is designed to prepare teachers before and during their first year teaching CS Discoveries or CS Principles.

AP Central

AP Central provides free, flexible online resources that can keep your class on pace throughout the year.

CSA Standards

Unit by Unit alignment to national standards for AP Computer Science - A

Professional Learning

The Code.org Professional Learning Program is hosted by Regional Partners across the country and is designed to prepare teachers before and during their first year teaching CS Discoveries or CS Principles.