Computer Science

Computer Science — Class 2

CBSE (Indian Curriculum) · Ages 7-8

Class 2 computer studies builds practical control of the device. Children use the keyboard with more accuracy, learn about different types of keys, and become comfortable opening, using and closing simple applications.

They create drawings using paint tools and type short pieces of text, and begin to understand that a computer follows instructions in a set order: the first step toward algorithmic thinking.

Key topics covered

• Keyboard SkillsLetter, number, function and special keys, and typing accurately.
• Using ApplicationsOpening, using and closing programs independently.
• Paint & Drawing ToolsCreating and editing pictures using basic drawing software.
• Typing TextWriting short pieces of text and correcting mistakes.
• Instructions in OrderUnderstanding that a computer follows steps in sequence.
• Uses of ComputersWhere computers are used at home, at school and in daily life.