Civics Instruction for ELLs

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Civics/Government

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Vocational ESL

"The land flourished because it was fed from so many sources--because it was nourished by so many cultures and traditions and peoples." ― Lyndon B. Johnson

Included in this section are resources focused on immigration, data and statistics, civics instruction, and workplace preparation.

Spotlight Resources

Civics It Up!

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An instructional tool for teachers of Integrated English Literacy and Civics Education (IELCE). The purpose of the site is to help teachers plan and implement instructional units and lessons that integrate language learning with rights and responsibilities of citizenship, civic participation, and workforce training.

USCIS: The 2020 Version of the Civics Test
This USCIS website provides information on the new 2020 version of the naturalization test. This site explains who will take the new test as well as the changes that have been made to this version of the test.

Migration Policy Institute
MPI provides access to the latest information on immigration statistics, issues, maps, and numbers for states and countries.

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
You will find educational resources including lesson plans and information concerning the naturalization process along with professional development opportunities.

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