FTCE General Knowledge Book + Online

FTCE General Knowledge Book + Online

FTCE General Knowledge Book + Online

FTCE General Knowledge Book + Online

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Overview

REA's FTCE General Knowledge Test Prep with Online Practice Tests
Gets You Certified and in the Classroom!

Nationwide, more than 4 million teachers will be needed over the next decade, and all must take appropriate tests to be licensed. REA gets you ready for your teaching career with our outstanding library of Teacher Certification test preps.

Our test prep is designed to help teacher candidates master the information on the FTCE General Knowledge exam and get certified. It's perfect for college students, teachers, and career-changing professionals who are looking to become Florida teachers.

Written by a Florida teacher education expert, our complete study package contains an in-depth review of all the competencies tested on the FTCE General Knowledge exam, including English language skills, essay skills, mathematics, and reading.

Based on actual FTCE exam questions, our three full-length practice tests feature every type of question, subject area, and skill you need to know for the exam. The online tests at REA's Study Center offer the most powerful scoring and diagnostic tools available today. Automatic scoring and instant reports help you zero in on the topics and types of questions that give you trouble now, so you'll succeed when it counts.

Every practice exam comes with detailed feedback on every question. We don't just say which answers are right - we explain why the other answer choices are wrong - so you'll be prepared on test day.

The book includes the same practice tests that are offered online, but without the added benefits of detailed scoring analysis and diagnostic feedback. This complete test prep package comes with a customized study schedule and REA's test-taking strategies and tips.

This test prep is a must-have for anyone who wants to teach in Florida!

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9780738683980
Publisher: Research & Education Association
Publication date: 09/15/2013
Series: FTCE Teacher Certification Test Prep
Sold by: Barnes & Noble
Format: eBook
File size: 27 MB
Note: This product may take a few minutes to download.
Age Range: 18 Years

About the Author

Dr. Erin Mander is a curriculum consultant in Orange County, Florida, and teaches both the FTCE General Knowledge and Professional Examination classes through the University of Central Florida Continuing Education Program. Dr. Mander studied curriculum and instruction at Wheaton College (B.A.), Walden University (M.A.), and the University of Central Florida (Ed.D.). She is a certified teacher who has been working in education for 15 years.

Tammy Powell currently teaches both the FTCE General Knowledge Mathematics and the K–6 Elementary Education classes for the University of Central Florida Continuing Education Program and works as a math, science, and subject-area exam tutor for Mastermind Educational Consulting. Mrs. Powell is a University of Central Florida graduate and a certified teacher who has been working in education for 17 years. Currently a STEM lab teacher, Mrs. Powell has taught elementary, middle, and high school, specializing in math and science. She is certified by the State of Florida in K–6 Elementary Education, 5–9 Mathematics, 6–12 Journalism, and holds an ESOL endorsement.

Chris A. Rose is Assistant Division Director and Test Prep Director at the University of Central Florida’s School of Continuing Education. Mr. Rose started his career at UCF’s Executive Development Center in the College of Business, and continued to build on his management and business relationship strengths at SCCorporate College (Seminole State College), where he guided the Business and Industry Support Center as well as other Continuing Education programs.With 20 years of higher-education experience, he has been responsible for programmatic and business development initiatives serving both individuals and the business community. His experience has been focused on industry and professional development training as well as a specialization in exam preparation and professional certification review.

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Passing the FTCE General Knowledge Test

Congratulations! By taking the FTCE General Knowledge Test, you are on your way to a rewarding teaching career. Our book and the online tools that come with it give you what you need to succeed on this important exam, bringing you one step closer to being certified to teach in Florida.

Our FTCE General Knowledge Test Book + Online Prep package includes:

•• Complete overview of the FTCE General Knowledge Test

•• Comprehensive review of all competencies

•• Online diagnostic test to pinpoint your strengths and weaknesses and focus your study

•• Three full-length practice tests, two in the book and one online, with powerful diagnostic tools to help you personalize your prep

•• Detailed answer explanations

There are many different ways to prepare for the FTCE General Knowledge exam. What’s best for you depends on how much time you have to study and how comfortable you are with the subject matter. Our book and online tests give you the tools you need to customize your prep so you can make the most of your study time.

How to Use This Book + Online Prep

About Our Review

The review chapters in this book are designed to help you sharpen your command of all the skills you’ll need to pass the FTCE General Knowledge Test. Whether you’re a recent graduate of a traditional teacher education program or you’ve gone the alternate route, our review will reinforce what you have learned and show you how to relate the information you have acquired to the specific competencies on the exam.

Our targeted review covers what you need to know to succeed on the exam. After studying our review, you will have an excellent grasp of the subject matter and a solid foundation for passing the exam.

About Our Practice Tests

We know your time is valuable and you want an efficient study experience. That’s why REA’s FTCE General Knowledge test prep gives you a complete, flexible study system that allows you to take printed practice tests in the book and additional practice tests online.

The book contains two full-length practice exams based on the material tested on the FTCE General Knowledge Test. This prep package also gives you online access to additional content at the REA Study Center (www.rea.com/studycenter), where you will find an online diagnostic test and another full-length practice test.

Before you study with the book, take the online diagnostic test to get feedback right from the start on what you know and what you don’t. This will not only help you make the most of your study time, but also pinpoint the topics where you need the most review.

The full-length online exam simulates the computer-based format of the actual FTCE test and comes with these features:

•• Automatic ScoringFind out how you did on your test, instantly.

•• Diagnostic Score ReportsGet a specific score tied to each competency, so you can focus on the areas that challenge you the most.

•• On-screen Detailed Answer ExplanationsSee why the correct response option is right, and learn why the other answer choices are incorrect.

•• Timed TestingLearn to manage your time as you practice, so you’ll feel confident on test day.

To achieve the best results, we recommend you take both our printed and online exams. The more you practice, the more comfortable you will be with the format of the FTCE General Knowledge Test—helping you to score higher!

PASSING THE FTCE GENERAL KNOWLEDGE TEST

Getting Started

Before you work through this book, we strongly recommend that you visit the Florida Teacher Certification Examinations website at www.fl.nesinc.com. There you’ll find the most current information on the exam, including registration information, testing sites, testing format, test-day advice, registration cost, and FTCE-developed test preparation materials.

An Overview of the Test

Who Takes the Test, and What Is It Used for?

The FTCE-GKT is used by the State of Florida to assess knowledge of teacher certification candidates. If you do not achieve a passing score on the FTCE-GKT, don’t panic. You can take the test again, so you can work on improving your score in preparation for your next administration.

About Computer-Based Testing

The FTCE-GKT is offered only on computer at flexible times and locations throughout the year. Minimal computer and typing skills are required to complete the computer- based tests. You need to be comfortable with a Windows environment, using a mouse (including clicking, double-clicking, dragging, and scrolling), and typing at a rate that will allow you to complete the assignment in the allotted time (approximately 30 words per minute).

In computer-based testing, examinees complete the tests by selecting answers on-screen to multiple-choice questions and typing or recording a response to a performance assessment component. The FTCE-GKT requires the examinee to type a response to the essay assignment.

When Should the FTCE-GKT Be Taken?

The FTCE-GKT is usually taken immediately before the completion of a teacher certification program at a college or university. This gives candidates enough time to retake the test if necessary. Our practice tests will familiarize you with the format of the exam so that you do not have to go through the anxiety of learning about the FTCE-GKT during the actual exam.

When and Where Is the Test Given?

The FTCE-GKT is administered at various times and locations in Florida and in select cities nationwide. To find a testing center near you, visit the official website: www.fl.nesinc.com.

The registration bulletin for the FTCE-GKT contains test dates and administration sites. You may obtain a registration bulletin by contacting:

FTCE/FELE Program
Evaluation Systems Group of Pearson
PO Box 226
Phone: (413) 256-2893
Amherst, MA 01004
Website: www.fl.nesinc.com

Is There a Registration Fee?

Yes, you must pay a fee to take the FTCE-GKT. Fee waivers are available for candidates who are unable to afford registration. You must be enrolled in a college undergraduate program and must prove that you are required by a registered score recipient to take the exam. Details regarding income eligibility levels are contained in the registration bulletin.

Table of Contents

About Our Authors
About REA

Chapter 1: Passing the FTCE General Knowledge Test
How to Use This Book + Online Prep
Getting Started
An Overview of the Test
What is Assessed on the FTCE General Knowledge Test?
Scoring the FTCE General Knowledge Test
Study Schedule
Test-Taking Tips to Boost Your Score
The Day of the Test

Diagnostic Test

Chapter 2: Reading
The Passages
The Questions
General Strategies
General Strategies for Reading Passages
Competency 1: Knowledge of Key Ideas and Details Based on Text Selections
Competency 2: Knowledge of Craft and Structure Based on Text Selections
Competency 3: Knowledge of the Integration of Information and Ideas Based on Text Selections
Drills

Chapter 3: Mathematics
Competency 1: Knowledge of Number Sense, Concepts, and Operations
Competency 2: Knowledge of Geometry and Measurement
Competency 3: Knowledge of Algebraic Thinking and the Coordinate Plane
Competency 4: Knowledge of Probability, Statistics, and Data Interpretation
Drills

Chapter 4: English Language Skills
Competency 1: Knowledge of Language Structure
Competency 2: Knowledge of Vocabulary Application
Competency 3: Knowledge of Standard English Conventions
Drills

Chapter 5: Writing the Essay
Why Essays Exist
Pre-Writing/Planning
Seven Steps to Prove a Thesis
The Introduction
Supporting Paragraphs
Conclusion
Essay Writing
Essay Scoring

Practice Test 1
Answer Key
Correlation with FTCE Competencies
Detailed Explanations of Answers

Practice Test 2
Answer Key
Correlation with FTCE Competencies
Detailed Explanations of Answers

Practice Test 3

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