LAUNCH GRADE 10: SPEAK UP! lesson 9: introduction to standardized tests outcome: Students define "standardized test" and list the tests they will take over the coming years. OBJECTIVES * differentiate between high-stakes and low-stakes testing. * define "standardized" testing and explain its importance. * list the different standardized tests they will take over the next few years. * Connect testing needs to learning styles. * Advocate for testing needs. ASSESSMENT * My Testing Needs * Reflection MATERIALS NEEDED * Sample Standardized Testing Website Resources * Vocabulary Word and definition list * large sticky notes or note cards * Computers with internet access for the Collaborative Activity * "Introduction to Standardized Tests" handout * Standardized Testing Jigsaw" handout * "Share-out" handout * "My Testing Needs" handout PREPARATION * Choose the tests your students will need to take over the next few years and write the URl given for each test on a note card for use in the Collaborative Activity. These will differ by your school, district, and state, but will likely include: - The PSAT and/or the ASPiRE test (10th grade or early 11th grade) - The SAT and/or the ACT (11th grade or early 12th grade) - Advanced Placement exams (11th and 12th grade, generally) - State graduation exams in a variety of subject areas (vary by state) * make an overhead transparency of the vocabulary words and definitions, or copy them onto the board or chart paper for use in the motivation. * if computers are not available for the Collaborative Activity, print out information for students to use in their small groups. 80 lESSon 9: inTRodUCTion To STAndARdiZEd TESTS