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What’s on the Exam?
There are 100 multiple-choice questions on the exam, and the time limit is 4 hours and 45 minutes. There aren’t any scheduled breaks, but you’re free to take restroom breaks as needed.
Let’s take a closer look at the different sections of the exam.
1. DESIGNING INSTRUCTION AND ASSESSMENT TO PROMOTE STUDENT LEARNING
34% of the exam
- Human developmental processes
- Planning instruction that motivates students
- Student diversity
- Planning learning experiences that are responsive to differences among students
- Procedures for designing effective instruction and assessment
- Factors and processes that impact student learning
2. CREATING A POSITIVE, PRODUCTIVE CLASSROOM ENVIRONMENT
13% of the exam
- Establishing a classroom environment that fosters learning, excellence, and equity
- Creating a physical and emotional environment that is safe and productive
- Creating an organized and productive learning environment
3. IMPLEMENTING EFFECTIVE, RESPONSIVE INSTRUCTION AND ASSESSMENT
33% of the exam
- Communicating effectively in varied teaching and learning contexts
- Instruction that actively engages students in the learning process
- Planning, organizing, delivering, and evaluating instruction for all students
- Monitoring student performance and achievement
- Providing students with high-quality feedback
- Responding with flexibility to promote learning for all students
4. FULFILLING PROFESSIONAL ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
20% of the exam
- The importance of family involvement in children’s education
- Interacting and communicating effectively with families
- Interacting effectively with other members of the educational community
- Participating in various professional activities
- Legal and ethical requirements for educators
- The structure of education in Texas
Computer-Adaptive Testing (CAT)
The TExES Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities EC-12 exam is a computer-adaptive test. Basically, this means that the questions will become harder or easier as you go through the exam, based on how well you’re answering the questions.
For example, say you answered the first question correctly. The first question is of medium difficulty, so the next question will be slightly harder. Then, let’s say you answered the second question incorrectly. The next question would then be a medium question.
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How to Register
To get started with your registration, you’ll need to create an account on the NES website. You can then register for the exam and schedule a test date through your account.
When you submit your registration, you’ll need to pay the $116 testing fee.
Exam Scores
The test is scored using a scaled scoring method. Here’s how it works:
You will need a score of 240 to pass the test.
The reason your raw score is converted to a scaled score is because everyone who 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.
FAQs
How many questions are on the TExES (160) exam?
The exam contains 100 questions.
What is the time limit for the TExES (160) exam?
The exam is timed at 4 hours and 45 minutes.
What is the passing score for the TExES (160) exam?
You’ll need to get a final score of at least 240 to pass the exam.
How much does the TExES (160) exam cost?
The exam fee is $116.