TExES Certification Exams Flashcards
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Which TExES exam is required for candidates pursuing certification in Special Education EC–12?
Answer: TExES Special Education EC–12 (161)
TExES Special Education EC–12 (test 161) is the required exam for candidates seeking to teach students with disabilities across all grade levels in Texas.
In the TExES PPR exam, which domain addresses understanding how students learn and develop?
Answer: Understanding Learners and Their Development
The 'Understanding Learners and Their Development' domain assesses a candidate's knowledge of human development, learning theories, and student diversity.
What is the maximum number of times per year a Texas ATC candidate can attempt a single TExES exam?
Answer: No annual limit; must wait 30 days between attempts
Texas does not impose an annual cap on TExES retakes; candidates only need to observe the mandatory 30-day waiting period between attempts.
Which TExES exam is required specifically for candidates seeking certification in Mathematics grades 7–12?
Answer: TExES Mathematics 7–12 (235)
TExES Mathematics 7–12 (test 235) is the required content exam for candidates wishing to teach secondary mathematics in Texas public schools.
What type of format do most TExES exams use?
Answer: Selected-response (multiple choice) questions
The vast majority of TExES exams consist of selected-response multiple-choice questions, though some include constructed-response items.
When must a Texas ATC intern teacher typically pass the TExES content exam relative to their teaching assignment?
Answer: Before or shortly after beginning the internship as required by the program
Most Texas ATC programs require candidates to pass the content-area TExES exam before or very early in the internship to ensure subject-matter competency in the classroom.