Mrs. Maxwell's 3rd Grade

Websites  Be sure to check out the sites listed.  There are many links for practice in each subject.  I made this list last year, so some of the links may be dead at this point, but most should still work.

Also, for further information on iLEAP go to the following address.  Use the pull down menu for iLEAP.

http://www.doe.state.la.us/lde/saa/2273.html

Amanda Maxwell’s Class Code:   KCC26837

1)   Type in the web address:  www.kclogin.com

2)  Click on “Student Sign In.”

3)  Enter class code:  Type in the code:  KCC26837.  Click OK.

4)  Select your name.  Scroll down the list until you find your name.  Click on your name. 

5)  Enter your password (lunch number/AR password).  Click OK.

6)  Follow the instructions on the screen and have fun! 

This section describes the overall design of the iLEAP Science test to be administered to students in grade 3. Test specifications and sample test questions are provided so that teachers may align classroom practices with the state assessment.

The Science test is a criterion-referenced test (CRT) that includes items based entirely on Louisiana’s science content standards. These items are aligned with Louisiana’s Grade-Level Expectations (GLEs) and were developed specifically for Louisiana.

The test has forty (40) multiple-choice items.

The multiple-choice items consist of an interrogatory stem and four answer options. These items assess a student’s knowledge and conceptual understanding, and responses will be scored 1 if correct and 0 if incorrect.

To maximize the meaningfulness of multiple-choice test items, questions are typically cast in a practical problem-solving context, referring to a single stimulus (e.g., chart) or to a description of a single scenario. The reading difficulty level of test questions is minimized to the extent possible (except for necessary scientific terms) so that students’ reading ability does not interfere with their ability to demonstrate their science knowledge and skills.

The Science test was developed specifically for Louisiana. Committees of Louisiana educators reviewed all items for content and alignment with Louisiana’s standards, benchmarks, and GLEs. Separate committees reviewed the items for potential bias and sensitive material.

The Science test is untimed. About one hour (60 minutes) is the suggested time to allow students to answer the questions.

The grade 3 Science test assesses student learning in the five science strands delineated in the Louisiana Science Framework and the Comprehensive Curriculum: Science as Inquiry, Physical Science, Life Science, Earth and Space Science, and Science and the Environment.

This section describes the overall design of the iLEAP Social Studies test to be administered to students in grade 3. Test specifications and sample test questions are provided so that teachers may align classroom practices with the state assessment.

The Social Studies test consists of one part and is administered in a single day.

The Social Studies test is a criterion-referenced test (CRT) that includes items based entirely on Louisiana’s social studies content standards. These items are aligned with Louisiana’s Grade-Level Expectations (GLEs) and were developed specifically for Louisiana.

The test has thirty-two (32) multiple-choice items.

To maximize the meaningfulness of multiple-choice items, questions are typically cast in a practical problem-solving context, referring to a single stimulus (e.g., a map) or to a description of a single scenario. The reading difficulty level of test questions is minimized to the extent possible (except for necessary terms) so that students’ reading ability does not interfere with their ability to demonstrate their social studies knowledge and skills.

The Social Studies test was developed specifically for Louisiana. Committees of Louisiana educators reviewed all items for content and alignment with Louisiana’s standards. Separate committees reviewed the items for potential bias and sensitive material.

The Social Studies Test is untimed. About forty-five (45) minutes is the suggested time to allow students to answer the questions.

The grade 3 test assesses all four social studies strands delineated in the Louisiana Comprehensive Curriculum (LCC) and the Louisiana Social Studies Framework: Geography, Civics, Economics, and History.

Geography

The GLEs for grade 3 expect students to describe the characteristics and uses of various types of maps and to locate the major geographic features of Louisiana on a map. Students learn how to distinguish different types of graphs; how to interpret graphs, charts, and diagrams; how to locate places on a map using a compass rose and directions; the characteristics of various regions in Louisiana and the physical processes affecting them; the distinction between urban, suburban, and rural communities; and the patterns of human settlement in the state. In addition, the study of geography includes the interdependent relationship between the land and the economy of Louisiana.

Civics

The GLEs for grade 3 focus on the structures and main purposes of both the state and the federal government. Students learn about the services state government provides and its most important responsibilities, the distinction between laws and rules, how state and national officials are elected, and key local and state government positions. Students also learn which characteristics make good citizens and leaders.

Economics

The GLEs for grade 3 highlight fundamental economic concepts such as trade, supply and demand, opportunity costs, and interdependence. Students study the concepts of scarcity and abundance; decision making by costs and benefits comparison; the cost of making a choice; the interdependence of producers and consumers; the natural, human, and capital resources necessary to produce goods and services; and the types of institutions that make up the economy. Local trade, Louisiana-produced goods, and state-provided services also are a major focus.

History

The GLEs for grade 3 emphasize family and community and the rich history and diverse culture of Louisiana. Students learn about Louisiana’s first settlers and how they influenced the development of the state, the effect of major migrations of people on the culture and heritage of Louisiana, and how technology has affected family and community life over time. Students also learn to identify major state and national landmarks and symbols and describe their significance.

Description of Stimulus Material

The test will incorporate at least one of each of the following types of stimulus material:

• A map or illustration of a globe showing political divisions (e.g., states, countries), geographical features (e.g., topography, bodies of water), or variations in climate, vegetation, population density, etc.

• A table or graph presenting numerical data to be read or interpreted (e.g., a pictograph or a pie or bar graph showing the breakdown of natural resources in a region or a line graph showing rates of change over time)

• A timeline, chart, illustration, or graphic organizer (e.g., a web showing the relationship between major goods and services produced in Louisiana, a drawing illustrating state symbols or landmarks, or a chart giving information about early settlers in Louisiana

• An excerpt or article from a newspaper or magazine, or a similar piece written expressly for the test• An excerpt from such primary sources as historical documents (e.g., the Mayflower Compact, the U.S. Constitution), and quotes and speeches, writings, journals, and autobiographies of major historical figures   

• An excerpt from such secondary sources as reference books, literature, encyclopedias,   artifacts, and nonfiction books about cultural, geographical, historical, political, or economic themes

Scoring Information