Test Practice for Common Core Grade 8 (BCFW)

SKU
042016
ISBN
9781438007120
Grade 8
Teaching Method
Traditional
Teacher-centered curriculum commonly used in classrooms that may include a text, teacher manual, tests, etc.
Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
Classical
A methodology based on the Latin Trivium (three stages of learning), including the grammar stage (memorization and facts), logic stage (critical thinking), and rhetoric stage (developing/defending ideas).
Unit Study
A thematic or topical approach centered around one topic that integrates multiple subject areas.
Montessori (Discovery)
A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.
Other
Other methodologies
Religious Content
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Neutral
Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.
Christian/Religious
Faith-based or including instructional religious content.
Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
Curriculum that employ a variety of activities/components.
Presentation
Sequential
Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.
Spiral
Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.
High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
Additional Materials Required
No other materials needed
Everything you need is included.
Other Materials Required
There are additional required resources that are a separate purchase.
Other Materials Optional
There are additional resources mentioned or recommended but are not absolutely necessary.
Consumable
Consumable
Designed to be written in; not reusable.
Non-Consumable
Not designed to be written in; reusable.
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Description
Publisher's Description of Test Practice for Common Core Grade 8 (BCFW)

Help students practice and prepare for the all-important Common Core assessment tests at the end of the school year. Every turn of the page provides a new standard with a series of practice questions for students to work on. Features include:

  • Hundreds of practice questions complete with detailed answers
  • Many different question types, including multiple choice, short answer, extended response, and more
  • Tip boxes throughout the book provide students with friendly reminders
  • Easy-to-follow tabs allow parents and teachers to recognize the types of questions within each standard
  • An easy-to-follow, side-by-side layout lets students conquer one standard at a time
  • Student-friendly worksheets reinforce what they are learning in the classroom
  • Practice tests at the end of each section pinpoint strengths and weaknesses
  • A cumulative assessment tests their understanding of everything they have learned

Grade 8 Test Practice for Common Core can be used at home or in the classroom. It's an excellent resource for parents and teachers as they help students meet and exceed grade level expectations on the Common Core assessment tests.

Common Core test practice for both English/language arts (ELA) and math in one convenient workbook! This is a good option if you are homeschooling and need to keep your student current on grade-level content, or, if you have a student in school and want to help them prepare for PARCC or Smarter Balance exams. Each book covers different types of questions (multiple choice, short answer, extended response and more.) The problems are easy to follow and you have detailed answers to hundreds of practice questions. Test taking tips throughout give students friendly reminders for test day. Parents can easily recognize the types of questions within each standard, demystifying those unfamiliar words and concepts. Barron's is such a nice series for test prep. I like how they keep it simple and give you what you need. Consumable, non-reproducible, sc, 182 pp. ~ Sara

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Product Format:Paperback
Brand:Barron's Educational Series
Grade:8
ISBN:9781438007120
Length in Inches:10.875
Width in Inches:8.375
Height in Inches:0.5
Weight in Pounds:1.3
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