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FTCE Prekindergarten/Primary PK-3 Exam at a Glance:
FTCE Prekindergarten/ Primary PK-3 Study Guide Format
The FTCE Prekindergarten/ Primary PK-3 (053) study guides include instructional videos, quizzes, flashcards, and 1000+ practice questions. The study guides cover 45 concepts across 4 subtests:
- Subtest 1: Developmental Knowledge (531)
- Subtest 2: Language Arts and Reading (532)
- Subtest 3: Mathematics (533)
- Subtest 4: Science (534)
Subtest 1: Developmental Knowledge (531):
| Concept | Number of Lesions | Practice Questions |
|---|---|---|
| Development | 4 | 18 |
| Family and Community | 5 | 62 |
| Theories | 4 | 34 |
| Theorists and Curriculum | 6 | 41 |
| Responsibilities | 5 | 48 |
| Instruction | 9 | 79 |
| Management | 4 | 79 |
| Procedure | 7 | 168 |
| Strategies | 3 | 65 |
| Diverse Needs | 6 | 49 |
| Child Guidance | 6 | 34 |
Subtest 2: Language Arts and Reading (532):
| Concept | Number of Lessons | Practice Questions |
|---|---|---|
| Emergent Literacy | 12 | 120 |
| Instruction | 6 | 113 |
| Text and Literature | 5 | 34 |
| Comprehension | 3 | 60 |
| Word Recognition | 5 | 65 |
| Fluency | 2 | 36 |
| Communication | 8 | 115 |
| Conventions | 3 | 35 |
| Assessment | 4 | 38 |
Subtest 3: Mathematics (533):
| Concepts | Number of Lessons | Practice Questions |
|---|---|---|
| Instruction | 7 | 86 |
| Reasoning | 7 | 37 |
| Assessment | 6 | 42 |
| Algebraic Thinking | 7 | 39 |
| Numbers | 5 | 49 |
| Operations | 7 | 44 |
| Fractions | 5 | 38 |
| Measurement | 5 | 33 |
| Data | 3 | 30 |
| Shapes | 5 | 28 |
| Spatial Concepts | 4 | 9 |
Subtest 4: Science (534):
| Concepts | Number of Lessons | Practice Questions |
|---|---|---|
| Teaching Inquiry | 11 | 43 |
| Instruction and Assessment | 7 | 43 |
| Data | 6 | 24 |
| Nature of Science | 7 | 18 |
| Earth | 13 | 61 |
| Space | 3 | 23 |
| Weather and Climate | 4 | 28 |
| Sun-Earth-Moon System | 5 | 46 |
| Matter | 8 | 47 |
| Energy | 3 | 34 |
| Forces and Motion | 3 | 41 |
| Ecology | 9 | 49 |
| Genetics | 4 | 21 |
| Plants and Animals | 6 | 34 |
How to Use the Study Guide
You can start studying by taking our diagnostic test to learn your strengths and weaknesses. Then you can start working through the concepts. The instructional content, which includes videos and written content, gives you all the necessary information to understand that topic. Each concept has its own set of flashcards and quizzes you can use to test your knowledge of that specific concept quickly. Once you have worked through all the concepts, you can move on to the full-length practice tests. These practice tests mimic the test day environment, meaning they will have the same amount of questions and time limit as the real test. You will have three attempts at taking the practice test.
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Our curriculum team studies all of the standards and competencies for the FTCE Prekindergarten/ Primary PK-3 (053) exam and cross-references them with the current and previous questions released by the official testing company. We then work with content and teaching experts to distill down what test-takers need to know. No matter where you are in the study guide, you can always see how the concept you are learning is aligned to the test standards.
Benefits of Using the Study Guide
The FTCE Prekindergarten/ Primary PK-3 study guide was created to help you pass your FTCE Prekindergarten/ Primary PK-3 (053) exam. The comprehensive study guide provides you with all the information and study resources you need to be successful on test day!
The FTCE Prekindergarten/ Primary PK-3 (053) exam assesses if you have the knowledge and skills needed to be a successful prek-3 teacher. Once you have passed your exam you are one step closer to getting into the classroom!
FTCE Prekindergarten/Primary PK-3 (053) at a Glance
| Subtest | Questions | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Developmental Knowledge (531) | Approximately 50 | 1 Hour, 10 Minutes |
| Language Arts and Reading (532) | Approximately 50 | 1 Hour, 10 Minutes |
| Mathematics (533) | Approximately 40 | 1 Hour, 10 Minutes |
| Science (534) | Approximately 40 | 1 Hour |
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FTCE Prekindergarten/Primary PK-3 (053) study guide FAQs
How do I pass the FTCE Prekindergarten/Primary PK-3 (053) test?
What can I expect when I arrive at the testing site to take the FTCE Prekindergarten/Primary PK-3 (053) test?
When you get to the testing site, expect to have your identification checked, your photo taken, your palm scanned, your eyeglasses checked, and to place your belongings in a secure storage space. You will be given an erasable notepad and pen. Before starting the test, you’ll have to complete a short tutorial and sign an agreement.
Do I get a break during the FTCE Prekindergarten/Primary PK-3 (053) test?
If you take 3 or more subtests in a single session, you will receive a 15-minute break.
Is the FTCE Prekindergarten/Primary PK-3 (053) test hard?
The passing rate varies by subtest. Take a look at these passing rates from 2020:
Subtest 1: Developmental Knowledge (531) : 69%
Subtest 2: Language Arts and Reading (532) : 47%
Subtest 3: Mathematics (533): 59%
Subtest 4: Science (534): 67%
Source: 2020 Annual Administration and Technical Report
How long will the FTCE Prekindergarten/Primary PK-3 (053) test take me?
The full test itself is 4 hours, and 30 minutes, but expect to be at the testing site longer. It takes time to get checked in and get started. Plan to arrive at least 30 minutes before your appointment time.
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