Variables-1: I know what a variable is and when to use a variable in my code

Variables-2: I can initialize a variable in Java

Variables-3: I can print out a variable in Java

Variables-4: I know the difference between System.out.print and System.out.println in Java

Variables-5: I know how to use escape characters in Java

Variables-6: I know the difference between primative types and strings

Variables-7: I can get user input in Java

Variables-8: I can use string concatenation correctly in Java

Variables-9: I understand and can use Math.random() correctly in Java

Conditionals-1: I know the difference between == and .equals() and when to use each one in Java

Conditionals-2: I know what a conditional statement is

Conditionals-3: I understand when and how to use 'if' statements in Java

Conditionals-4: I can use '&&' logically to check multiple conditions in Java

Conditionals-5: I can use '||' logically to check multiple conditions in Java

Conditionals-6: I understand when and how to use 'else if' statements in Java

Conditionals-7: I understand when and how to use 'else' statements in Java

Conditionals-8: I can write nested 'if' statements in Java

Loops-1: I know what a loop is and when to use a loop in my code

Loops-2: I know the difference between a for loop, an enhanced for loop, and a while loop and when to use each in my code

Loops-3: I can write a for loop in Java with a specified starting point, ending point, and increment

Loops-4: I can write a while loop in Java with a specified starting point, ending point, and increment

Loops-5: I can correctly use combinations of loops to produce a desired output in Java

Loops-6: I can write a nested loop in Java

Loops-7: I understand how to find the total amount of times a line of code in one or more loops runs

Exceptions-1: I can explain the difference between checked exception and unchecked exceptions

Exceptions-2: I can identify and fix arithmetic exceptions

Exceptions-3: I can identify and fix null pointer exceptions

Exceptions-4: I can identify and fix syntax errors

Exceptions-5: I understand the importance of semicolons at the end of a line in Java

Classes-1: I know what objects and classes are and why they are useful in code

Classes-2: I can create a class in Java

Classes-3: I understand the purpose of and can define the instance variables of a class in Java

Classes-4: I understand the purpose of and can define a constructor for a class in Java

Classes-5: I understand and can use the new keyword in Java

Classes-6: I understand the role of a class definition in relation to an instance of that class

Classes-7: I understand privacy modifiers and their affect on my class

Classes-8: I understand and can use the this keyword in Java

Class Methods-1: I can create a method in a class in Java

Class Methods-2: I can call a class method in the main method in Java

Class Methods-3: I know how to define a getter method to access the value of an instance variable in Java

Class Methods-4: I know how to define a setter method to modify the value of an instance variable in Java

Class Methods-5: I understand and can use the static keyword in Java

Class Methods-6: I can set a static variable in the main method in Java

Class Methods-7: I understand the role of static classes

Class Methods-8: I understand the role of method overloading and how to implement it in Java

Inheritance-1: I understand class construction in an inheritance setting in Java

Inheritance-2: I understand and can use the super keyword in Java

Inheritance-3: I can override a method for a subclass in Java

Inheritance-4: I can overload the constructor for a class in Java

Inheritance-5: I can overload a method in a subclass context in Java

Inheritance-6: I understand that subclasses can have their own functionality

Polymorphism-1: I understand what polymorphism is, and the relationship between subclasses and superclasses

Polymorphism-2: I understand method selection with shared attributes in Java

Polymorphism-3: I understand behavior when a non-existent method is called in Java

Polymorphism-4: I understand static lookup in Java

Polymorphism-5: I understand downcasting in Java

Design-1: I understand the role of a spec in software developement

Design-2: I understand how to translate written spec into a programming plan

Design-3: I can follow a spec and ask questions when unclear

Arrays-1: I can use multiple instantiation methods for arrays in Java

Arrays-2: I can set the elements of an array with a loop in Java

Arrays-3: I understand enhanced for loop syntax with arrays in Java

Arrays-4: I understand creation and instantiation of 2D arrays in Java

Arrays-5: I can iterate through a 2D array in Java

Arrays-6: I can identify and fix the ArrayIndexOutOfBounds exception

Arrays-7: I can access and interact with each element in a 2D array in Java

Arrays-8: I understand enhanced for loop syntax with 2D arrays in Java

ArrayLists-1: I understand what an ArrayList is, and how it is different from an array.

ArrayLists-2: I can use the add(loc, elem) method correctly in Java

ArrayLists-3: I understand what an ArrayList can hold in Java

ArrayLists-4: I can instantiate an ArrayList in Java

ArrayLists-5: I understand how to correctly use .size(), .add(), or .set() with ArrayLists in Java

ArrayLists-6: I can create a 2D ArrayList in Java

ArrayLists-7: I can use the enhanded for loop syntax with ArrayLists in Java

ArrayLists-8: I understand and prevent the concurrent modification error

Wrapper Classes-1: I can explain the role of wrapper classes in Java

Wrapper Classes-2: I can utilize number wrappers in Java

Wrapper Classes-3: I understand autoboxing in Java

Wrapper Classes-4: I can use the .intValue() method correctly in Java

Runtime-1: I understand runtime analysis and the motivation behind it

Runtime-2: I can analyze the runtime of nested for loops

Runtime-3: I can analyze the runtime of interdependent nested for loops

Runtime-4: I understand the impact of a return statement on runtime.

Runtime-5: I understand the difference between the best-case and worst-case scenario in the context of runtime

Recursion-1: I know what a recursive function is and its two key parts

Recursion-2: I understand infinte recursion, and can identify when it will happen

Recursion-3: I can analyze the runtime of recursive methods

Sorting-1: I understand and can explain the process by which the Selection Sort algorithm sorts data

Sorting-2: I understand and can explain the process by which the Insertion Sort algorithm sorts data

Sorting-3: I understand and can explain the process by which the Merge Sort algorithm sorts data

Sorting-4: I can analyze the runtime of a given sorting algorithm, taking into account best and worst cases

Searching-1: I understand the difference between Sequential Search and Binary Search

Searching-2: I understand and can explain the process by which the Binary Search algorithm searches for a piece of data

I use spacing and logical variable names to improve my code's readability

I regularly comment my code to improve my code's readability

I appropriately and frequently test my code

I can independently debug my code

I can independently determine which classes and objects best meet the goals of a project

Joyful Collaboration

1. I practice listening to my instructor and sharing my ideas to co-create understanding.
2. I attempt tasks independently and ask my instructor questions when I need help.

Unlimited Curiosity

1. I take ownership of my learning by asking meaningful questions both when I need clarification and when I want to know more about a topic.

Nimble Determination

1. I practice resilience when I am frustrated that I have not yet achieved mastery of a new concept or skill; instead of complaining about challenges, I try new approaches and creative solutions.

Invest in Excellence

1. I arrive to class on time and prepared to learn, with my computer set up with a strong internet connection.
2. I complete my homework on time, and if I cannot complete my homework due to other obligations, I honestly communicate the reasons for late homework to my instructor.
3. I do my best to stay present and on task for the whole session. I support my focus by putting away any distracting technology and setting notifications on my device to “do not disturb” mode.