Scores for the TExES and ExCET tests – the exams teachers in the state of Texas are obligated to take – were released yesterday, March 1, 2010.
The State Board of Educator Certification (SBEC) requires teachers in Texas to take the TExES and ExCET tests as a means to ensure that individuals who have chosen teaching as a career are up to date with current methods and standards.
Minimum standards for passing the required tests were established with input from Texas educator committees and the SBEC. For both the TExES and ExCET exams, a minimum passing score is representative of the minimum competency level an entry-level teacher must possess and be able to demonstrate.
The TExES test scores are reported within a range of 100-300 points; 240 is a minimum passing score.
The test score range for the ExCET test is in the range of 0-100, with 70 being the minimum to receive a passing score.
Each of the tests is scored by evaluating the answers teachers provide; questions left unanswered do not count against the scores.
Score reports for the TExES and ExCET tests are available to Texas teachers via their ETS testing account. Individuals who have taken the tests are provided information about their passing status as well as other performance information and an explanation on how to read the report.
Teachers’ scores are automatically added to their certification files and are made available to TEA and to EPP, if applicable.
This Texas-required teacher-certification testing is a great tool for ensuring teachers are keeping up with practices that will allow students to receive the best public educations possible.
Tue, Mar 2, 2010
Teachers, Testing