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REA's TExES Generalist (191) Early Childhood to Grade 6 Test Prep with Online Practice TestsGets You Certified and in the Classroom!
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Our TExES test prep is designed to help teacher candidates master the information on the Generalist EC-6 (191) exam and get certified. It's perfect for college students, teachers, and career-changing professionals who are looking to become Texas Early Childhood and Elementary Grade teachers.
Written by leading teaching experts and fully aligned with the latest test specifications, our comprehensive review guides you through all the topics tested on the exam: English language arts and reading, math, social studies, science, fine arts, health, theater, and physical education.
A diagnostic test and two full-length practice tests are offered online in a timed format with instant scoring, diagnostic feedback, and detailed explanations of answers. Each test features every type of question, subject area, and skill you need to know for the exam. Our online practice tests replicate the TExES question format, allowing you to assess your skills and gauge your test-readiness.
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 two 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 EC-6 in Texas!
Synopsis
TExES Generalist EC-6 (191) with Online Practice
Make the Most of Your Study Time with REAs Book & Online Prep!
BOOK
Focused Subject Review - includes an overview of the TExES 191 Generalist EC-6 exam, plus targeted coverage of every domain and competency
Proven Test Prep Methods - REAs trusted content and practical advice have helped millions succeed on their exams. With our step-by-step plan, you can score high on the TExES and get certified to teach in Texas.
ONLINE
The online REA Study Center gives you the most powerful scoring analysis and diagnostic tools available today.
Diagnostic Test - pinpoints your strengths and weaknesses by showing you where you need extra practice and review
2 Full-Length Practice Tests - with detailed answer explanations that build your confidence before exam day
Access the REA Study Center at: www.rea.com/studycenter.
About the Author
Dr. Luis A. Rosado is the Director of the Center for Bilingual and ESL Education
and Professor in the College of Education and Health Professions (COEHP), at the University
of Texas at Arlington. He holds degrees from the University of Puerto Rico, Boston
State College, and Texas A&M University-Kingsville. He has published in the areas
of pedagogy and professional responsibilities, parental involvement, cross-cultural communication,
and Spanish linguistics and Spanish for bilingual teachers. Dr. Rosado has
over 25 years of teaching experience at the elementary, high school, and college levels.
He has taught in Puerto Rico, Massachusetts, and Texas.
Table of Contents
Introduction
How to Use This Book
An Overview of the Test
Studying for the TExES 191 Generalist EC-6
TExES 191 Generalist Study Schedule
Test-Taking Tips
The Day of the Test
Chapter 1 (Domain I): English Language Arts and Reading
Competency 001 (Oral Language)
Competency 002 (Phonological and Phonemic Awareness)
Competency 003 (Alphabetic Principle)
Competency 004 (Literacy Development and Practice)
Competency 005 (Word Analysis and Decoding)
Competency 006 (Reading Fluency)
Competency 007 (Reading Comprehension)
Competency 008 (Reading, Research, and Inquiry Skills)
Competency 009 (Writing Conventions)
Competency 010 (Development of Written Communication)
Competency 011 (Viewing and Representing)
Competency 012 (Assessment of Developing Literacy)
Chapter 2 (Domain II): Mathematics
Competency 013 (Mathematics Instruction)
Competency 014 (Number Concepts and Operations)
Competency 015 (Patterns and Algebra)
Competency 016 (Geometry and Measurement)
Competency 017 (Probability and Statistics)
Competency 018 (Mathematical Processes)
Chapter 3 (Domain III): Social Studies
Competency 019 (Social Science Instruction)
Competency 020 (History)
Competency 021 (Geography and Culture)
Competency 022 (Economics)
Competency 023 (Government and Citizenship)
Chapter 4 (Domain IV): Science
Competency 024 (Safe and Proper Laboratory Processes)
Competency 025 (Scientific Inquiry)
Competency 026 (Impact on Daily Life/Environment)
Competency 027 (Unifying Concepts and Processes in Science)
Competency 028 (Theory and Practice of Teaching Science)
Competency 029 (Assessments in Science Learning)
Competency 030 (Physical Science)
Competency 031 (Physical Science)
Competency 032 (Physical Science)
Competency 033 (Physical Science)
Competency 034 (Life Science)
Competency 035 (Life Science)
Competency 036 (Life Science)
Competency 037 (Life Science)
Competency 038 (Earth and Space Science)
Competency 039 (Earth and Space Science)
Competency 040 (Earth and Space Science)
Competency 041 (Earth and Space Science)
Chapter 5 (Domain V): Fine Arts and Music
Competency 042 (Visual Arts)
Competency 043 (Music)
Chapter 6 (Domain V continued): Health and Physical Education
Competency 044 (Health)
Competency 045 (Physical Education)
Chapter 7 (Domain V continued): Theater
Competency 046 (Theater)
Diagnostic Test (available online)
Practice Test 1
Answer Sheet
Answer Key
Detailed Explanations of Answers
Practice Test 2
Answer Sheet
Answer Key
Detailed Explanations of Answers
Index