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Navigator Band · NAVDLL 1

Navigator Phase - DLL 1

Learners in the Navigator phase begin their journey into data literacy by recognizing that data represent real people and choices. They observe, label, and communicate truthfully about simple visual information. Fairness and honesty in representation are the ethical anchors of this level.

Standards version 1.0 · Released 1/1/2025

Standards

DLL 1 Standards (10)

Band: Navigator · Strand coverage: 5

NAV.F.1.1

Foundations · F

DOK 1

Learner recognizes and names basic chart elements (title, labels, legend / color key).

Evidence

Points to or labels parts of a class chart or pictograph correctly.

Global Links

CCSS · K–1.MD (organize / interpret)
ISTE · 1a

NAV.F.1.2

Foundations · F

DOK 1

Learner connects a chart to real-life choices or objects.

Evidence

Matches bars to classroom items (e.g., lunch choices, fruit types).

Global Links

CCSS · K.Vocab / Meaning
OECD_LC2030 · (Contexts)

NAV.R.1.1

Reading & Interpreting · R

DOK 1

Learner identifies what each bar, picture, or symbol represents.

Evidence

States "Each picture = 1 vote" or "Blue means five students."

Global Links

CCSS · 1.MD.C.4
NGSS · SEP Analyzing Data

NAV.R.1.2

Reading & Interpreting · R

DOK 1-2

Learner makes simple visual comparisons ("taller / shorter," "more / fewer").

Evidence

Says "Blue is taller than red."

Global Links

CCSS · 1.MD (compare quantities)

NAV.C.1.1

Creating & Communicating · C

DOK 2

Learner contributes a personal data point and represents it fairly.

Evidence

Adds one correct mark or sticker to a class chart without exaggeration.

Global Links

CCSS · K.MD.B
ISTE · 6a

NAV.C.1.2

Creating & Communicating · C

DOK 2

Learner uses consistent same-size marks or icons when building a chart.

Evidence

Replaces mixed drawings with equal stickers or blocks.

Global Links

ISTE · 1.2
UNESCO_MIL · (Integrity of Representation)

NAV.CR.1.1

Critical & Ethical · CR

DOK 2

Learner notices when a display could be misleading (missing label, wrong size icons).

Evidence

Points out "That label doesn't match" or "Those boxes are bigger."

Global Links

ISTE · 2a
UNESCO_MIL · Ethics 1.1

NAV.CR.1.2

Critical & Ethical · CR

DOK 2

Learner asks clarifying questions about chart parts before interpreting.

Evidence

Asks "What does each picture stand for?"

Global Links

ISTE · 3a
NGSS · SEP Asking Questions

NAV.L.1.1

Leadership & Application · L

DOK 2

Learner explains why honest charts help everyone understand class results.

Evidence

States that correct labels and equal symbols make results fair.

Global Links

C3 · D1
CASEL · Responsible Decision-Making

NAV.L.1.2

Leadership & Application · L

DOK 2

Learner participates cooperatively in collecting class data.

Evidence

Waits turn; adds one truthful entry; helps peers contribute.

Global Links

CASEL · Social Awareness / Relationship Skills

Level Summary

At DLL 1, data become human. Students learn that each mark represents a real person or choice. Their first ethical lesson is honesty in representation — the foundation of all higher data reasoning and leadership.

DLL 1 | Data Literacy Levels | Chart-Ed Institute