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Create AccountThe purpose of the NYSTCE Educating All Students Exam (EAS) is to test each candidate's ability to teach a diverse population of students. This student population includes diverse learners, English language learners, and learners with disabilities in the state of New York. Teaching candidates that wish to take the exam should be currently enrolled in a teacher education program that is approved by New York State. Candidates may also be pursuing teacher certification through an alternative program. Teacher certification programs in New York State have core requirements that provide a foundation of knowledge for prospective teachers. The core curriculum includes:
| Modern Language | College Composition | Creative Writing | Mathematics | Science | Social Science | Academic Planning Seminar |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 credits | 3 credits | 3 credits | 3 credits | 3 credits and one lab | 6 credits | 1 credit |
Students enrolled in a teacher education program in New York State must also maintain a 2.0 cumulative grade point average. Beyond the core requirements, each teacher education program also has content specific requirements that are tailored to the grade level and content area the teacher candidate would like to teach.
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Create AccountThe NYSTCE Educating All Students Exam takes a total of 2 hours and 30 minutes to complete.
| Computer Based Test Tutorial and Nondisclosure Agreement | Test Examination |
|---|---|
| 15 minutes | 2 hours and 15 minutes |
The NYSTCE EAS has two sections. One sections contains 40 selected-response items. Test takers have 105 minutes to complete the selected-response portion of the exam. This portion of the test is worth 70% of the test taker's overall score. The other section has 3 constructed-response items. Test takers should expect to spend 10 minutes per item on the constructed-response portion of the exam. This portion of the test is worth 30% of the test taker's overall score. Candidates' NYSTCE scores should be 520 and above in order to pass the exam.
Test takers will need to be knowledgeable in about five concepts for this exam. They are:
Diverse Student Populations, English Language Learners, and Students with Disabilities and Other Special Learning Needs each have approximately 11 questions on the exam.
Teacher Responsibilities and School-Home Relationships each have approximately 5 questions on the exam.
For the Diverse Student Population section of the exam, test takers will need to have an understanding of various student population needs and be able to effectively apply research-based strategies for instruction. Educators should be able to promote respect among students for one another and to create a community among the students at school. Effective educators understand what a diverse student population looks like and what the needs and the strengths of such a group of students are. This understanding and knowledge is used by the educator to encourage an appreciation for all of the benefits of diverse student populations. Items on this section of the exam will test prospective teachers' knowledge of subjects such as evidence-based teaching strategies, the value of a classroom that is culturally responsive, and giftedness teaching strategies.
For the English Language Learners portion of the exam, test takers will need to demonstrate understanding of the needs, strengths, and characteristics of the English Language Learner. Test takers will need to show an understanding of the English Language Learner's cultural background. Candidates should also be able to demonstrate knowledge of the differences and similarities of literacy development of English Language Learner students and students who speak English as their native language. Items on this portion of the exam might cover criteria for choosing lesson material, adapting instructional material, knowledge of bilingual programs, and techniques used to collaborate with students' families.
The Students With Disabilities and Other Special Learning Needs portion of the exam requires teaching candidates to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the disabilities that students have. Prospective educators will also need to demonstrate proficiency with the use of Individualized Education Programs and understanding of students with disabilities and other special learning needs along with their strengths, needs, and traits. Items on this section of the NYSTCE EAS may require test takers to identify strategies for working with this student population, demonstrate knowledge of relevant federal and state laws that pertain to Special Education, and show understaning of the Individualized Education Program process.
The Teacher Responsibilities section of the NYSTCE EAS requires test takers to have knowledge of students' rights, policies, laws, and regulations. The test taker is also expected to identify appropriate parent-teacher interactions and to understand the duties that a teacher has as a mandated reporter. A New York State teacher is expected to advocate for his or her students' needs. Items on the Teacher Responsibility portion of the exam typically cover topics such as laws related to students' rights in situations involving bullying, discipline, and privacy. Items may also cover testing accommodations, discrimination, appropriate communication with parents and guardians, and confidentiality.
On the School-Home Relationships section of the NYSTCE Educating All Students Exam, test takers demonstrate their knowledge of strategies that encourage effective, positive communication with parents and guardians of students. Effective educators strengthen the relationship between a student's home and school and find ways to involve parents in the educational process. On this part of the exam, candidates demonstrate their ability to identify communication strategies that promote student achievement. Items on this section of the exam test prospective teachers on topics such as strategies that encourage collaboration between school and home, effective communication needs (like the use of an interpreter), cross-cultural understanding, and parent-teacher conferences.
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To complete the NYSTCE registration for the NYSTCE Educating All Students Exam, prospective educators should take the following steps:
NYSTCE EAS testing takes place Monday through Saturday. Locations are available throughout the state of New York. Dates and times are flexible, and NYSTCE exams are usually available throughout the year.
To reschedule an exam, candidates should login and follow the instructions that can be found on the registration page.
| Exam Fees | Method of Payments |
|---|---|
| $80 | Visa or Mastercard only |
| Debit cards with Visa or Mastercard logo | |
| (Contact NYSTCE Evaluation Systems to pay by check) |
Resources are available to help teaching candidates study for the NYSTCE EAS exam. Some of these resources include flashcards, study guides, and practice tests that are available online. The study guides are available for free, while practice tests are usually available for a fee. To better prepare for the exam, test takers can utilize these resources, especially an NYSTCE practice test.
It is very important to use an NYSTCE study guide when preparing for the NYSTCE EAS Exam. Available study guides summarize the material that the exam covers. Study guides also provide prospective test takers with the opportunity to study the concepts covered on the test and to focus on any difficult concepts. For example, if a test taker knows that he or she struggles with effective communication strategies related to the School-Home Relationship concept, a study guide can help prepare the test taker for that portion of the exam. Study guides are available on the exam website. These study guides include practice questions and information about NYSTCE scores.
The purpose of taking a practice test is to increase knowledge by practicing sample questions that are similar to those questions that will be on the actual NYSTCE EAS. Much like study guides, practice tests provide test takers the opportunity to focus on the concepts that they need to work on the most. NYSTCE EAS practice tests are available online. Candidates receive feedback as soon as the NYSTCE practice test is complete. The feedback includes explanations of correct answers. Completed practice tests are available for candidates to review for 120 days. The cost of an online practice test is $14. Before purchasing a practice test, candidates should make sure that they have the correct software and browser installed.
The NYSTCE EAS exam can be scheduled online through the NYSTCE website. Candidates create an account and then login to register and pay the test fee.
Bring a government-issued identification to the EAS test. The identification must be in English and must have a photo and signature on it.
The highest score possible on the NYSTCE EAS exam is 600. The score range is 400-600. A passing score is 520 or above.
