Table 2.

A set of validation criteria towards the learning informatics outcomes

Item/Criterion	Short name
Understanding, analysing and problems solving: plans the next steps in problem-solving, including the basic stages of computational thinking (problem definition, the definition of models and concepts, finding a solution, programming and testing the solution); compares the operation of various algorithms for a selected problem, analyses algorithms based on their ready-made implementations; uses algorithms learned in primary school to solve problems in various fields; checks the correctness of the algorithms for sample data.	CR1
Programming and troubleshooting using a computer and other ICT devices: designs and programs solutions to problems in various fields, uses: input/output instructions, arithmetic and logic expressions, conditional instructions, iterative instructions, functions with and without parameters, tests the correctness of programs for various data; correctly selects IT environments, applications and resources to implement solutions to problems, also uses elements of robotics; prepares solutions to problems using selected applications: creates extensive presentations, creates a website in accordance with standards, develops documents on various topics, collects data from various sources in a spreadsheet table; searches the web for the necessary information and resources, evaluates their usefulness and uses them to solve problems.	CR2
Use of computer, digital devices and networks: learns about the possibilities of new digital devices and accompanying software; explains the functions of digital devices other than a computer and uses their capabilities; solves problems using different operating systems; characterizes the Internet network, its general structure and services, describes the basic topologies of a computer network, presents and compares the principles of operation and functioning of a client-server and peer-to-peer computer network, describes methods of identifying computers in the network.	CR3
Developing social competences: actively participates in the implementation of IT projects which solve problems in various fields, taking various roles in the project implementation team and presenting the effects of teamwork; gives examples of the influence of informatics and computer technology on the most important spheres of personal and professional life; uses selected e-services; describes the impact of technology on the welfare of societies and social communication; explains the consequences of exclusion and the positive aspects of digital inclusion; presents the benefits of information technology and computer technology for people with special needs; broadens and complements its knowledge using the resources available on e-learning platforms.	CR4
Compliance with the law and safety rules: complies with the principles of netiquette and legal regulations regarding: personal data protection, information protection, as well as copyright and intellectual property protection in access to information; is aware of the consequences of breaking these rules; respects the applicable law and ethical standards regarding the use and distribution of computer software, third party and own applications and electronic documents; uses good practices in the field of protection of sensitive information (e.g. passwords, PINs), data and operating system security, explains the role of information encryption; describes the damage that piracy activities on the Internet can cause to individuals, selected institutions and society as a whole.	CR5