The Florida Civics End-of-Course (EOC) Assessment is required for all Florida public school students taking the required civics course in the middle grades, mostly commonly in Grade 7. The test assesses students' understanding of the origins and purposes of the U.S. political system and government, responsibilitiies of the U.S. citizen, functions and organization of the government, and contemporary issues in world affairs.
Content
Category
Sub-Category
Domains
Structure and Function of Government,
Foundations of the Political System,
Rights and Responsibilities of Citizens,
Integrated Civics
Grades
5th Grade,
6th Grade,
7th Grade,
8th Grade
Languages
English
Respondent
Student
Administration Information
Length
160 minutes
Administration
Computer
Timed
Yes
Access and Use
Open Access
No
Psychometrics
Referencing
Criterion-referenced
Psychometric References
http://www.fldoe.org/core/fileparse.php/5663/urlt/1415TechV1FSA.pdf
Torney-Purta, J., & Amadeo, J. (2023). Considerations for use of civics assessment instruments. EdInstruments Brief, Annenberg Institute for School Reform, Brown University. https://edinstruments.org/civics.
Item Type
Multiple choice