English Teacher Certification Exams in Texas [Paperback]

Beatrice Mendez Newman (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0205420451 | ISBN-13: 978-0205420452 | Publication Date: July 25, 2005 | Edition: 1

This study guide is an excellent tool for anyone taking the English Language Arts (ELA) TExES exam with the ultimate objective of passing the exam on the first try.

 

The author's straightforward approach promotes and reinforces learning on many levels through a wide variety of written exercises to help reduce the anxiety typically felt when attempting this high-stakes exam. Along with its review of Test Field 117 (English Language Arts and Reading 4-8) and Test Field 131 (English Language Arts/Reading 8-12), this study guide also includes practical activities that address a broad area of English language. This book shows readers how to connect state-mandated certification requirements to the content of English and reading courses. The material is highly selective and is aimed at showing readers how to prepare effectively, efficiently, and pragmatically for the 4-8 and 8-12 ELA/Reading TExES exams and for the language arts components of the other exams.

Editorial Reviews

From the Back Cover

Pass the English Language Arts (ELA) TExES exam on the first try!

One Reviewer Sums It Up:

“I can see students reading this book, implementing the strategies and tips, and then doing well on the TExES. . .in fact I read through some tips and wondered if the author had talked to some of my students!”
—Susan Wegman, Sam Houston State University

Beatrice Mendez Newman's straightforward approach promotes and reinforces learning on many levels through a wide variety of written exercises to help reduce the anxiety students typically feel while preparing for this high-stakes exam. It will help you connect your English and education college course work to the specifications of the TExES exam, regardless of the route to certification you are pursuing.

The material presented here is highly selective and is aimed at showing you how to prepare effectively, efficiently, and pragmatically for the 4-8 and 8-12 ELA/Reading TExES exams and for the language arts components of the other state required exams.

Product Details

• Paperback: 144 pages
• Publisher: Allyn & Bacon; 1 edition (July 25, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0205420451
• ISBN-13: 978-0205420452
• Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 7.1 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #979,178 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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