Data Analysis (course-taking report) The Digital Literacy and Computer Science Course-taking Report displays the number or percentage of students completing at least one digital literacy or computer science course in grades K–12. This data was reported by districts in the Student Course Schedule (SCS) system. Additional details and student demographics can be found by selecting the district or school.
DLCS District Implementation Process DESE has developed best practices in approaching the visioning and implementation of DLCS education in districts. The process, resources, and tools encompassed in these best practices have been documented in the DLCS District Implementation Process document.
See also Implementation Resources
These guides provide a brief overview of the DLCS skills and knowledge that DESE recommends students learn in each grade span.
Culturally Responsive Look Fors Observable teacher and student actions aligned to focus elements from the Model Classroom Teacher Rubric.
Culturally & Linguistically Sustaining Practices The resources on this page define cultural responsiveness, address its importance in our schools and classrooms, include professional development tools supporting culturally responsive teaching and leading, and provide examples of schools engaged in efforts to advance this work.
MassCORE MassCore is a state-recommended program of study intended to align high school coursework with college and workforce expectations. Students may substitute one unit of an approved Computer Science for a mathematics course or a laboratory science course. Approved courses include:
Leader Networks The Leader Networks provide content-area leaders with the within a district to connect with other leaders across the Commonwealth
The Digital Literacy and Computer Science Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure (MTEL) is available for certification for the MA 5–12 DLCS Teacher License. The previously-used competency review process is no longer available for educators seeking licensure. Information about what is on the test can be found on the Pearson MTEL webpage. Candidates can register for the test on the Evaluation Systems Group (ES) of Pearson website.
Last Updated: May 18, 2023
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