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How to Register
How the Exam is Scored
Online FTCE Reading K-12 Prep Course
FAQs
What’s on the Test?
The FTCE Reading K-12 test contains 80 multiple-choice questions and is timed at 2.5 hours.
The exam is split into nine competencies:
1. Knowledge or Research and Theories of Reading Processes
10% of the exam
- Characteristics of reading research
- Foundational theorists
- Theories of reading processes and development
2. Knowledge of text types and structures
10% of the exam
- Instructing students to use text structures and text features to assist in understanding texts
- Elements of various texts
- Evaluating and selecting appropriate texts to reflect and support learner backgrounds
- Criteria for evaluating and selecting print and nonprint texts for instructional use
3. Knowledge of Reading Assessment and Evaluation
11% of the exam
- Norm-referenced and criterion-referenced assessments
- Appropriate oral and written assessment instruments
- Analyzing and interpreting data from multiple informal and formal reading and writing assessments
4. Knowledge of Learning Environments and Procedures that Support Reading
10% of the exam
- Appropriate grouping practices
- Integrating speaking and listening, writing, reading, and viewing
- Motivating learners toward academic and personal reading
- Technology that supports student-centered learning
- Organized structures and classroom management practices
- Intervention for students who have not mastered grade-level ELA standards
5. Knowledge of Oral and Written Language Acquisition and Reading and Writing Development
12% of the exam
- Oral language acquisition
- Written language acquisition
- The science of reading
- Developing narrative, expository, and argumentative writing
- Developing oral and writing language, print concepts, decoding skills, vocabulary, and comprehension
6. Knowledge of Phonological Awareness, Phonics, and Word Recognition Based on The Science of Reading
12% of the exam
- Phonological awareness
- Word recognition
- Phonemic awareness
- Phonics knowledge and decoding skills
- Word analysis skills
- Teaching high-frequency words, sight words, and irregular words
7. Knowledge of Vocabulary Acquisition and Use Based on the Science of Reading
12% of the exam
- Concepts of vocabulary acquisition
- The use of independent word-learning strategies
- Using conversational, academic, and domain-specific words and phrases
8. Knowledge of Reading Fluency and Reading Comprehension Based on the Science of Reading
13% of the exam
- The components of reading fluency that support comprehension
- Developing fluent reading and comprehension
- Comprehension and analysis of various texts
- Developing metacognition and critical thinking
- Engaging students in collaborative discussions about print and nonprint texts
9. Knowledge of Reading Program Development, Implementation, and Coordination
10% of the exam
- Evaluating approaches for involving stakeholders in reading initiatives
- Interpreting reading policies, program information, and assessment data
- Evaluating instructional materials for comprehensive reading programs
- Determining the effectiveness of reading programs
- Modifying and improving curricular content and instruction
- Collaborating with professionals, paraprofessionals, tutors, and volunteers
How to Register
To get started with the registration process, you’ll need to create an FTCE/FELE account on their website. You can then register for the exam via your account.
The testing fee is $150.
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How the Exam is Scored
The FTCE Reading K-12 test is scored using a scaled scoring method. Here’s how it works:
For every question you answer correctly, you get one point added to your raw score. At the end of the test, your final raw score will be converted to a scaled score. You’ll need a scaled score of at least 200 to pass the exam.
The reason your raw score is converted to a scaled score is because everyone that takes the test is given a slightly different set of questions. Since everyone has a different arrangement of questions, and because some questions are harder than others, converting your raw score to a scaled score ensures a more even playing field.
Online FTCE Reading K-12 Prep Course
If you want to be fully prepared, Mometrix offers an online FTCE Reading K-12 prep course. The course is designed to provide you with any and every resource you might want while studying. The FTCE Reading K-12 course includes:
- Review Lessons Covering Every Topic
- 400+ FTCE Reading K-12 Practice Questions
- More than 300 Digital Flashcards
- Over 40 Instructional Videos
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FAQs
How many questions are on the FTCE Reading K-12 exam?
The exam contains 80 questions.
What is the time limit for the FTCE Reading K-12 exam?
The exam is timed at 2.5 hours.
What is the passing score for the FTCE Reading K-12 exam?
You’ll need to get a final scaled score of at least 200 to pass.
How much does the FTCE Reading K-12 exam cost?
The testing fee is $150.
