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 the difference between primitive types and strings

Variables-6: I can get user input in Java

Variables-7: I know how to access the ith character in a string in Java

Variables-8: I know how to find the length of a string in Java

Variables-9: I can use string concatenation correctly in Java

Conditionals-1: I know what a conditional statement is

Conditionals-2: I understand when and how to use 'if' statements in Java

Conditionals-3: I can use '&&' logically to check multiple conditions in Java

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

Conditionals-5: I understand when and how to use 'else if' statements in Java

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

Conditionals-7: 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 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 understand when to use nested loops

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

Loops-7: I can determine how many times a line of code in a nested loop runs

Math-1: I can generate a random integer within a range starting at 0 in Java

Math-2: I can generate a random integer within a range starting at a value other than 0 in Java

Math-3: I know what ASCII is

Math-4: I can generate random characters in Java

Methods-1: I understand what methods are and what they are used for

Methods-2: I can define a function in Java without inputs

Methods-3: I can use parameters to define a function that has inputs in Java

Methods-4: I can define a function in Java with an output

Methods-5: I can call a function in Java, specifying parameters where necessary

Arrays-1: I know what an array is and when to use an array in code

Arrays-2: I can create an empty array in Java

Arrays-3: I can create an array with already known elements in Java

Arrays-4: I can access and interact with each item in an array in Java

Arrays-5: I can iterate through an array in Java

Arrays-6: I can update the elements of an array with a loop in Java

2D Arrays-1: I know what a 2D array is and when to use it in code

2D Arrays-2: I can create an empty 2D array in Java

2D Arrays-3: I can access and interact with each element in a 2D array in Java

2D Arrays-4: I can find the number of rows and columns in a 2D array in Java

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

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 data structures are best for 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.