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American Government State Test
Teacher Resources
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Test Blueprint, Description of Stimulus and Item Types, Item Format and Interaction Types, Depth of Knowledge, Specific Guidelines for Item Development, Sample Items1-page (front/back) review guide with bullet points of key vocabulary and concepts to knowStudent review guides with narrative summaries of learning targets and main ideas, questions for review, application exercises, and checks for understanding
Teacher slide decks with key bullet points and video reviews
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Interactive Student Resources
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Vocabulary Practice Quizlets
Interactive vocabulary exercises and games for each lessonEvidence-Based Sets Practice Assessments
Work with primary source materials to show deep understanding of social studies topics (Create a free Edulastic account)Examine primary sources and construct evidence-based arguments on compelling questionsiCivics Interactives
Interactive video games that teach key concepts in government.
ODEW Resources
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Access released questions and practice responding to various types of questions with available tools.Answer Keys and Scoring Guides for Released Test ItemsAnswers, rubrics, and sample scored student responsesUPDATED, AUGUST 2024Note: Tests from 2015-2019 are based on the old (2010) standards. Tests since 2021 are based on current (2018) standards.