The Best Test Prep for the Texes: The Texas Examinations of Educator Standards : Ppr : Pedagogy & Professional Responsibilities Tests for Ec-4, 4-8, 8-12, and Ec-12

by Edmonson, Stacey L.

• ISBN13: 9780738600086
• ISBN10: 0738600083
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2003-11-24
• Publisher: RESEARCH & EDUCATION ASSOCIATION

Summary

This book is the product of a massive effort to provide complete test preparation for the Texas Examinations of Educator Standards (TExES). Four full-length practice exams are provided to prepare you for the Pedagogy & Professional Responsibilities Tests 100, 110, 130, and 160. A complete answer key follows each practice exam along with detailed explanations for every answer. Comprehensive TExES PPR reviews are provided for each domain. The reviews cover key educational concepts, theories, and laws as they apply to the examinations. Test-taking tips and a flexible, efficient study schedule to better utilize your preparation time are also included. All of the exam questions and review sections were prepared by Texas educators to ensure accuracy and appropriate level of difficulty of the material. By studying the reviews and completing the practice exams, students can discover their strengths and weaknesses and become well prepared for the actual TExES PPR Tests. Book jacket.

Table of Contents

About Research & Education Association	p. vii
Acknowledgments	p. vii
TExES PPR Study Schedule	p. viii
Introduction: Passing the TExES PPR Tests	p. 1
About this Book	p. 3
About the Test	p. 3
How to Use this Book	p. 6
Scoring the TExES PPR	p. 8
TExES PPR Test-Taking Tips	p. 9
TExES Domain Reviews
Designing Instruction	p. 13
	p. 17
	p. 32
	p. 43
	p. 52
Creating a Positive, Productive Classroom Environment	p. 61
	p. 65
	p. 73
Implementing Effective, Responsive Instruction & Assessment	p. 79
	p. 82
	p. 89
	p. 98
	p. 110
Fulfilling Professional Roles & Responsibilities	p. 117
	p. 121
	p. 126
	p. 137
TExES PPR Practice Tests
PPR EC-4	p. 147
Answer Key	p. 186
Detailed Explanations of Answers	p. 187
PPR 4-8	p. 209
Answer Key	p. 252
Detailed Explanations of Answers	p. 253
PPR 8-12	p. 275
Answer Key	p. 311
Detailed Explanations of Answers	p. 312
PPR EC-12	p. 333
Answer Key	p. 370
Detailed Explanations of Answers	p. 371
References	p. 389
About the Authors	p. 393
Index	p. 395
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