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Volume 2 Issue 7
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TEA Updates
House Bill 1244 (US History EOC): Field Testing in 2019-2020
USCIS civics test questions will be field tested on the May 2020 U.S. History STAAR test.
USCIS civics test questions will be in multiple choice format.
USCIS civics questions on the May 2020 U.S. History STAAR test will NOT be counted in the calculation of student scores or campus and district accountability ratings.
House Bill 1244 Resources for Teachers
Providing learners with a one-stop resource for locating citizenship preparation materials and activities.
- 100 Civics Test Questions and Answers
- Download the official app from Google Play or iTunes
2019-2020 Summative Assessments
- Lead-in statements that provide students with introductory context and helpful information.
- Use of all uppercase letters to highlight emphasis words such as MOST or BEST.
- Greater focus on student understanding and critical thinking skills rather than rote memorization.
Examples provided below.
Instructional Innovation
Question Formulation Technique
YouTube Spotlight
MrBettsClass.com knows that as a teacher or student, finding the right video reference can be daunting and time-consuming. Let Mr. Betts do that for you. His YouTube page offers videos on all things US History in a fun, engaging way! Look for the musical parodies...they'll definitely stick in your memory.
Articles of Interest
Digital Resources
Adobe Spark for Flashcards
For school, work and everything in between, flashcards help keep information handy. With Adobe Spark Post’s flashcards maker, it’s free and easy for anyone to create flashcards – no design experience required.
BrainScape
The National WWI Museum and Memorial
Explore the Museum and Memorial's Education Resources. From free resources to internships, the Museum and Memorial offers many exciting opportunities for educators and students alike.
Literacy Connections
The Secret Garden of George Washington Carver
by Gene Barretta
The inspirational story of George Washington Carver and his childhood secret garden is brought to life in this picture book biography by the author-illustrator team behind Muhammad Ali: A Champion Is Born.
Marwan's Journey
by Patricia de Arias
Marwan, a young boy, flees war and hunger in his home country. With thousands of others, he crosses the desert looking for a peaceful future. This story helps put a human face on the refugee crisis.
Marwan, a young
boy, flees war and hunger in his home country. With
thousands of others, he crosses the desert looking for a
peaceful future. This story helps put a human face on
the refugee crisis.
Just Mercy (Adapted for Young Adults)
by Bryan Stevenson
In this very personal work--adapted from the original #1 bestseller, which the New York Times calls "as compelling as To Kill a Mockingbird, and in some ways more so"--acclaimed lawyer and social justice advocate Bryan Stevenson offers a glimpse into the lives of the wrongfully imprisoned and his efforts to fight for their freedom.
Student Opportunities
Professional Learning Opportunities
Remember...
Facing History & Ourselves
FREE Online Courses
Democracy at Risk: Teaching Holocaust and Human Behavior. March 19 - April 29, 2020
A New Approach to Teaching the Reconstruction Era. April 26 - May 27, 2020
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Use these resources to foster thoughtful classroom conversations and build your students’ capacities for critical thinking, emotional engagement, ethical reflection, and civic agency.
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Volume 1 Issue 1 Issue 2 Issue 3 Issue 4 Issue 5 Issue 6 Issue 7 Issue 8 Issue 9 Issue 10Volume 2 Issue 1 Issue 2 Issue 3 Issue 4 Issue 5 Issue 6
Special Editions: Celebrate Black History - Celebrate Women's History - 9/11 Remembered - Holocaust Remembrance Week
Jessica Torres
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ESC Region 12
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