Digital Literacy and Computer Science (2018) Grade(s): 8

DLCS18.8.26

Create a simulation that tests a specific model.

COS Examples

Examples: Demonstrate that pressure changes with temperature in a controlled environment; demonstrate that rocket design affects the height of a rocket’s launch; demonstrate that the amount of water changes the height of a plant.

Unpacked Content

Knowledge

Students know:
  • what information is important to the simulation.

Skills

Students are able to:
  • create a simulation that tests a specific model.

Understanding

Students understand that:
  • simulations are used to save time and money.
  • simulations serve to recreate processes you otherwise may not be able to.
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