The Goals of the Computer Studies Program
The fundamental purpose of the computer studies program is to provide students with knowledge, skills, and attitudes that will enable them to achieve success in secondary school, the workplace, postsecondary education or training, and daily life.
The goals of the Computer Studies curriculum are to enable students to:
- gain an understanding of computer studies concepts;
- develop the skills, including critical thinking skills, and the knowledge of strategies required to do research, conduct inquiries, and communicate findings accurately, ethically, and effectively;
- apply the knowledge, skills, and attitudes acquired through the study of computers to a variety of learning tasks and relate them to computer phenomena on the local, national, and global levels;
- develop lifelong learning habits that will help them adapt to computer advances in the changing workplace and world;
- make connections that will help them take advantage of potential postsecondary educational and work opportunities.
Opportunities
Grade 10 Digital Technology and Innovations in the Changing World ICD2O8 (All Girls Section) with a focus on female empowerment and leadership within CS
Extracurriculars:
Computer Programming Club (CPC) - Prep for the University of Waterloo Canadian Computing Contest (CCC) in February and other advanced topics in CS not covered in curriculum; prior coding experience required
Breezecode Club (for Girls) - No coding experience required, just an interest in CS and excitement to be involved in a community where leadership and learning are fostered outside of the classroom
Computer Studies Courses
Computer Studies Department: (905) 202-1234 ext. 1031 or contact us by email firstname.lastname@yrdsb.ca