What question did this study set out to answer?

This analysis aims to map and compare the competence areas and learning outcomes of DigComp 3.0 and CSTA Standards Draft 3.0 to find correlations and discrepancies.

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February 17, 2026Open Access

Appendix A - Crosswalk of DigComp 3.0 and CSTA Standards Draft 3.0

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This analysis aims to map and compare the competence areas and learning outcomes of DigComp 3.0 and CSTA Standards Draft 3.0 to find correlations and discrepancies.
Conducted a qualitative crosswalk between DigComp 3.0 and CSTA Standards Draft 3.0.
Identified competence areas and learning outcomes from both frameworks.
Analyzed areas of convergence, divergence, and potential conceptual mismatches.
Highlighted several areas of alignment between DigComp 3.0 and CSTA Standards.
Identified key conceptual gaps that may affect the integration of both frameworks.
Noted discrepancies in terminology and educational outcomes that need addressing.

Abstract

Appendix for qualitative crosswalk, competence areas and learning outcomes from DigComp 3.0 mapped against concepts and practices of CSTA Standards Draft 3.0 to identify areas of convergence, divergence, possible conceptual mismatch and gaps. The main paper is currently a draft. References Computer Science Teachers Association. (2025). Revised PK–12 computer science standards: Draft 3.0. https://csteachers.org/k12standards/revision/ Cosgrove, J., Cachia, R. (2025). DigComp 3.0: European Digital Competence Framework - Fifth Edition, Publications Office of the European Union, Luxembourg, https://data.europa.eu/doi/10.2760/0001149, JRC144121

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