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REAs FTCE Professional Education Test Prep with TestWare CD and Online Diagnostic ExamGets You Certified and in the Classroom!
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Written by leading Florida teacher education experts, our test prep contains an in-depth review of all the competencies tested on the FTCE Professional Education exam: communication, critical thinking, diversity, ethics, human development, learning environment, the role of the teacher, and more.
A diagnostic test is available online to help you assess your skills and gauge your test-readiness. The diagnostic exam replicates the FTCE question format and comes complete with detailed answer explanations, so you can see where you need extra study and review.
Two full-length multiple-choice practice tests in the book simulate the actual FTCE exam. The practice tests are balanced to include every type of question, subject area, and skill tested on the FTCE Professional Education test.
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Synopsis
ARE YOU READY TO TEACH IN FLORIDA?THEN USE THE MOST COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE ON THE MARKET TODAY. FTCE Professional Education Test (083) The Most Complete Subject Review
Everything you need to know for the FTCE Professional Education Test (083), prepared by specialists in teacher education. Comprehensive review chapters cover all subjects and skills tested on the exam. The Best Practice Exams Available
Online diagnostic exam pinpoints your strengths and weaknesses. Then, test your knowledge before exam day with our 2 full-length computer-based practice exams based on the official FTCE Professional Education Test - balanced to include every topic and type of question you can expect on the actual exam. Total Explanations of Questions & Answers
Each practice exam comes with detailed feedback on every question. We dont just say which answers are right - but explain why the others are wrong, so youll be prepared on test day! Proven Test Prep Methods
REAs focused FTCE Professional Education content and practical advice have helped millions succeed on their exams. With our step-by-step plan, you can score high on the FTCE and get certified to teach in Florida! Federal Guidelines for NCLB Compliance
You can expect that candidates with NCLB-compliant credentials will enjoy preferential status in hiring. This means you need to pass the FTCE. Maximize your exam performance and master the FTCE with the unrivaled certification expertise that only REA can offer. Get the Worlds Most Advanced FTCE Software
REAs FTCE TestWare combines a realistic test environment with the most powerful scoring analysis and diagnostic tools available. With every practice test you take, youll gain knowledge and confidence for the real exam. Automatic scoring and instant reports help you zero in on the topics and types of questions that give you trouble now, so youll succeed on the FTCE!
Synopsis
REA's FTCE Professional Education (083) Test Prep with Online Practice TestsGets You Certified and in the Classroom!
Nationwide, more than 4 million teachers will be needed over the next decade, and all must take the appropriate tests to be licensed. REA gets you ready for your teaching career with our outstanding library of Teacher Certification test preps.
REA's FTCE Professional Education (083) test prep is designed to help you master the information on this important exam, bringing you one step closer to being certified to teach in Florida. It's perfect for college students, out-of-state teachers, and career-changing professionals who are looking to become Florida teachers.
Written by Florida teacher education experts, our complete study package contains an in-depth review of all the competencies and skills tested on the FTCE Professional Education (083) test, including: instructional design and planning, student-centered learning environments, knowledge of the Code of Ethics and Principles of Professional Conduct of the education profession in Florida, and more.
Based on actual FTCE exams, our online diagnostic test and two full-length practice tests assess every competency, type of question, and skill you need to know. The online practice tests at the REA Study Center come with automatic scoring, timed testing conditions, and diagnostic feedback to help you zero in on the topics and types of questions that give you trouble now, so you can succeed on test day.
The book includes the same two practice tests that are offered online, but without the added benefits of automatic scoring analysis and diagnostic feedback.
This test prep is a must-have for anyone who wants to teach in Florida!
About the Author
Dr. Erin 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 14 years, teaching in the area of middle-level education. Currently, Dr. Mander is a curriculum consultant in Orange County and teaches both the FTCE General Knowledge and Professional Examination classes through the University of Central Florida Continuing Education Program.
Tammy Powell is a University of Central Florida graduate and a certified teacher who has been working in education in Orange County for 16 years. Currently a fifth-grade 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, and 6-12 Journalism. Mrs. Powell currently teaches both the FTCE General Knowledge Mathematics and the K-6 Elementary Education classes for the UCF Continuing Education Program and works as a math, science, and subject-area exam tutor for Mastermind Educational Consulting.
Chris A. Rose is Assistant Division Director and Test Prep Director at the University of Central Floridas School of Continuing Education. With 20 years of higher-education experience, Mr. Rose has been responsible for programmatic and business development initiatives serving the citizens and 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. All UCF test-prep review courses, which Mr. Rose manages, follow the Core Success Factors: Confidence-building, Time Management and Concept & Skill Development.
Expert Reviewer
Timothy R. Blair is Professor in Reading/Literacy Education at the University of Central Florida. His Ph.D. was awarded in Early Childhood/Elementary Education with a major in Reading at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. He is a former elementary-classroom teacher and reading teacher at the elementary, middle, and secondary levels. Dr. Blair has authored several college textbooks on reading methods and assessment, and textbooks in multicultural teacher education.
Table of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 1Passing the FTCE
About This Book and TestWare
About the Test
How to Use This Book
Format of the FTCE
Computer-Based Testing
About the Review Sections
Scoring the FTCE
Studying for the FTCE
Test-Taking Tips
The Day of the Test
FTCE Study Schedule
CHAPTER 2
Competency 1: Assessment
Definition of Competency
Purposes of Assessment
Norm-Referenced, Criterion-Referenced, and Performance-Based Assessments
Creating Classroom (Teacher-Made) Tests
Principles of Test Construction
Self-Directed Learning and Assessment
Test Blueprints
Objectives
Test Items
Constructing Test Questions
Interpreting Assessment Data
Evaluating and Revising Tests
Preparation for Testing
Test Administration
Formative Feedback
Summary
References
CHAPTER 3
Competency 2: Communication Definition of Competency
Principles of Verbal Communication
Voice
Nonverbal Communication
Expectations of Students and Communication
Media Communication
Effective Use of Language
Relationship Between Teachers and Students
Connected Discourse
Marker Expressions
Task Attraction and Challenge
Scrambled Discourse, Vagueness, and Question Overload
Providing Clear Feedback to Students
Make Specific Statements About
Students Responses
Methods of Correcting Students Errors
Parent-Teacher Communication
References
CHAPTER 4
Competency 3: Continuous Improvement
Definition of Competency
Effective Professional Development
Professional Development Delivery Methods
Recommended Professional Development Topics
Barriers to Professional Development
References
CHAPTER 5
Competency 4: Critical Thinking
Definition of Competency
Helping Students Develop Critical Thinking Skills
Metacognition
Comparison/Contrast
Questioning
The Six Levels of Taxonomy
Creative Thinking
References
CHAPTER 6
Competency 5: Diversity
Definition of Competency
Diversity
Factors Affecting Learning Style
Nature and Nurture
References
CHAPTER 7
Competency 6: Ethics
Definition of Competency
What Is Ethics?
Ethics and the Education Profession
The Code of Ethics of the Education
Profession in Florida
The Principles of Professional Conduct of the Education Profession in Florida
References
CHAPTER 8
Competency 7: Human Development and Learning
Definition of Competency
Physical, Social, and Academic Development
Motivational Strategies
Accommodating Different Learning Needs, Developmental Levels, and Experiential Backgrounds
Applying Learning Theories in the Classroom
Students with Disabilities
Intervention Strategies for Students with Disabilities
References
CHAPTER 9
Competency 8: Subject Matter
Definition of Competency
Instructional Methods to Develop Text Reading Skills
Developing and Using Content Area Vocabulary
Instructional Methods to Facilitate Comprehension
Strategies for Developing Critical Thinking Skills
Reference Materials and Technology
Methods for Differentiating Instruction Based on Data
References
CHAPTER 10
Competency 9: Learning Environment
Definition of Competency
Physical Environment
Social and Emotional Climate
Academic Learning Time
Student Behavior
Cognitive Development and Moral Decision Making
Learning Styles and Personality Types
Standards for Classroom Behavior
Rules and the Students Role in Decision Making
Rules and School Safety Issues
“With It”-ness in the Classroom
Procedures for Learning Success
Organizing Activities
Outcome-Oriented Learning
References
CHAPTER 11
Competency 10: Planning
Definition of Competency
Goals
Identifying Student Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes
Constructing or Adapting Short-Range Objectives
Organizing and Sequencing Short-Range Objectives
Choosing Educational Materials
Educational Resources
Visual Materials
Human Resources
Planning Processes
Teaching Methods
Teaching Styles
Directions
Objectives
Performance Standards
Supplies
Classroom Assessment
Practice to Promote Retention and Learning
Varying Practice Activities
Reinforce Retention of Specific Information
Provide a Variety of Activities to Promote Retention
Assist Students During Seatwork
Practice Activities Promote Long-Term Retention
Reviewing Material
Recapping Significant Points
Thesis, Antithesis, and Synthesis
Recapping Discussion and Reviewing Subject Matter
End-of-the-Lesson Recap
Journal Writing
Cooperative Learning
Weekly and Monthly Reviews
References
CHAPTER 12
Competency 11: The Role of the Teacher
Definition of Competency
The Teachers Role in Classroom Management
Classroom Behavior
Behavior Patterns
Role of Teachers on Collaborative Teams
Recognizing Substance Abuse
Behaviors That Indicate a Tendency
Toward Substance Abuse
Physical and Behavioral Characteristics of Students Under the Influence of Drugs
Use of Referrals
Teaching About the Dangers of Substance Abuse
Recognizing Abuse and Neglect
How to Report Suspicions of Abuse
Interpret Criterion-Referenced Assessment Data for Parents
Interpret Norm-Referenced Assessment Data for Parents
Summary
References
CHAPTER 13
Competency 12: Technology
Definition of Competency
Educational Technology in the Primary Classroom
Educational Technology in the Secondary Classroom
Copyright Laws for Computer Programs
References
CHAPTER 14
Competency 13: Foundations of Education
Definition of Competency
A Brief History of the Foundations of American
Education
References
CHAPTER 15
Competency 14: ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages)
Definition of Competency
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
Definitions of Important ESOL Terms
Limited English Proficiency Codes
Identification of Potential LEP Students
ESOL Program Models in Florida Schools
Considerations and Teaching Strategies for ESOL Students
Teaching Strategies and Principles for ESOL Students
Principles of Second-Language Acquisition
Quadrants of Language and Learning
Assessment
References
PRACTICE TESTS
Practice Test 1
Multiple-Choice Questions
Answers, Sorted by Competency
Detailed Explanations of Answers
Practice Test 2
Multiple-Choice Questions
Answers, Sorted by Competency
Detailed Explanations of Answers
Practice Test Answer Sheets
Index
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