ATC TExES Certification Exams

Question 1

Which TExES exam must most ATC candidates pass to demonstrate pedagogical knowledge?

Accepted Answer

Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities (PPR)

Answer

Content Mastery Exam

Answer

Texas Academic Skills Program (TASP)

Answer

Subject-Area Proficiency Test (SAPT)

Question 2

What score must ATC candidates achieve to pass a TExES exam in Texas?

Accepted Answer

240

Answer

200

Answer

220

Answer

260

Question 3

Which organization administers TExES exams for Texas teacher certification?

Accepted Answer

Pearson VUE

Answer

Praxis ETS

Answer

ACT Inc.

Answer

College Board

Question 4

How many attempts does a candidate have to pass a TExES exam before additional action is required?

Accepted Answer

Unlimited attempts with waiting periods after each fail

Answer

3 attempts total with no retake allowed after

Answer

2 attempts only

Answer

5 attempts within 1 year

Question 5

What does the TExES Core Subjects EC–6 exam primarily assess?

Accepted Answer

Content knowledge across English, math, science, social studies, and fine arts for early childhood

Answer

Classroom technology integration skills

Answer

Advanced pedagogy for middle school

Answer

Bilingual and ESL instructional methods only

Question 6

Which TExES exam is required for an ATC candidate seeking a Generalist 4–8 certification in Texas?

Accepted Answer

TExES Core Subjects 4–8

Answer

TExES PPR 4–8

Answer

TExES ELAR 4–8

Answer

TExES Mathematics 4–8