NES National Evaluation Series 2

Question 1

Which NES exam is required for candidates seeking licensure as a special education teacher?

Accepted Answer

NES Special Education

Answer

The NES Special Education exam assesses knowledge and skills required to teach students with disabilities.

Question 2

On the NES Essential Academic Skills (EAS) exam, which three subtests are assessed?

Accepted Answer

Reading, Writing, and Mathematics

Answer

The NES EAS exam evaluates basic academic skills in Reading, Writing, and Mathematics necessary for entry into teacher education programs.

Question 3

A NES test score report shows a scaled score of 220. The passing score is 220. What is the result?

Accepted Answer

Pass

Answer

A scaled score that meets or exceeds the required passing score is considered a passing result.

Question 4

Which of the following best describes a constructed-response item on a NES exam?

Accepted Answer

A question requiring a written response scored by trained raters

Answer

Constructed-response items require examinees to compose written answers that are evaluated by human raters using a scoring rubric.

Question 5

How long are NES exam scores typically valid for licensure purposes?

Accepted Answer

Scores do not expire and remain valid indefinitely

Answer

NES scores generally do not have an expiration date set by the testing program, though individual states may have their own requirements.

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