240's NYSTCE Multi-Subject: Teachers of Childhood (Grade 1 - Grade 6): Arts and Sciences Study Guide Is 25% Test-Aligned
240's NYSTCE Multi-Subject: Teachers of Childhood (Grade 1 - Grade 6): Arts and Sciences study guide is built around the official exam framework so you can study what is actually tested. This page shows exactly how the guide maps to the real exam — SMR by SMR and competency by competency — so you can see where coverage is strongest, where some depth gaps remain, and how each part of the guide supports your prep.
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3 domains · 117 competencies reviewed · 25% test-aligned
Covered— competency is comprehensively supported by the guide
Partially covered— core content is covered, but some depth gaps remain
Coverage gap identified— a content gap has been identified
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We review and update alignment whenever the official framework changes so candidates are always studying current, accurate material.
SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY (DOMAIN 0001)
Coverage gap identified
SMR 0001.1 Understand and apply the principles and processes of scientific inquiry and investigation.
0 Qs0 Materials0 Cards0 VideosCoverage gap identified
| Official Competency | Matching 240 Topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| a. formulates hypotheses based on reasoning and preliminary results or information | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| b. evaluates the soundness and feasibility of a proposed scientific investigation | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| c. applies mathematical rules or formulas (including basic statistics) to analyze given experimental or observational data | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| d. interprets data presented in one or more graphs, charts, or tables to determine patterns or relationships | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| e. evaluates the validity of a scientific conclusion in a given situation | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| f. applies procedures for the safe and appropriate use of equipment and the care and humane treatment of animals in the laboratory | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
SMR 0001.2 Understand and apply concepts, principles, and theories pertaining to the physical setting (including Earth science, chemistry, and physics).
0 Qs0 Materials0 Cards0 VideosCoverage gap identified
| Official Competency | Matching 240 Topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| a. analyzes interactions between the Earth, the Moon, and the Sun (e.g., seasonal changes, the phases of the Moon) | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| b. analyzes the effects of interactions between components of air, water, and land (e.g., weather, volcanism, erosion) | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| c. distinguishes between physical and chemical properties of matter and between physical and chemical changes in matter | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| d. distinguishes between forms of energy and identifies the transformations of energy observed in everyday life | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| e. analyzes the effects of forces on objects in given situations | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| f. infers the physical science principle (e.g., effects of common forces, conservation of energy) illustrated in a given situation | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
SMR 0001.3 Understand and apply concepts, principles, and theories pertaining to the living environment.
0 Qs0 Materials0 Cards0 VideosCoverage gap identified
| Official Competency | Matching 240 Topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| a. recognizes the characteristics of living things and common life processes | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| b. analyzes processes that contribute to the continuity of life (e.g., reproduction and development, inheritance of genetic information) | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| c. analyzes the factors that contribute to change in organisms and species over time | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| d. compares the ways in which a variety of organisms carry out basic life functions and maintain dynamic equilibrium (e.g., obtaining nutrients, maintaining water balance) | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| e. analyzes the effects of environmental conditions (e.g., temperature, availability of water and sunlight) on living organisms and the relationships between plants and animals within a community | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| f. infers the life science principle (e.g., adaptation, homeostasis) illustrated in a given situation | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
SMR 0001.4 Apply knowledge of technology and the principles of engineering design.
0 Qs0 Materials0 Cards0 VideosCoverage gap identified
| Official Competency | Matching 240 Topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| a. demonstrates an understanding of technological systems (e.g., transportation system) and the principles on which technological systems are constructed (e.g., the use of component subsystems) | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| b. analyzes the roles of modeling and optimization in the engineering design process | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| c. evaluates a proposed technological solution to a given problem or need | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| d. applies criteria for selecting tools, materials, and other resources to design and construct a technological product or service | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| e. recognizes appropriate tests of a given technological solution | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| f. analyzes the positive and negative effects of technology on individuals, society, and the environment | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
SMR 0001.5 Understand the relationships between and the common themes that connect mathematics, science, and technology, and the application of knowledge and skills in these disciplines to other areas of learning.
0 Qs0 Materials0 Cards0 VideosCoverage gap identified
| Official Competency | Matching 240 Topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| a. makes connections between the common themes of mathematics, science, and technology (e.g., systems, models, magnitude and scale, equilibrium and stability, patterns of change) | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| b. applies principles of mathematics, science, and technology to model a given situation (e.g., the movement of energy and nutrients between a food chain and the physical environment) | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| c. applies principles of mathematics, science, and technology to explore phenomena from other areas of learning (e.g., applying statistical methodologies to examine census data) | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| d. designs solutions to problems in the physical and social worlds, using mathematical, scientific, and technological reasoning and procedures | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| e. analyzes the effects of human activities (e.g., burning fossil fuels, clear-cutting forests) on the environment and evaluates the use of science and technology in solving problems related to these effects | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
SOCIAL STUDIES (DOMAIN 0002)
Partially covered
SMR 0002.1 Understand major ideas, eras, themes, developments, and turning points in the history of New York State, the United States, and the world.
133 Qs15 Materials225 Cards0 VideosPartially covered
| Official Competency | Matching 240 Topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| a. defines important conceptual terms (e.g., racism, nation-state, nationalism, feudalism) and uses them to analyze general historical phenomena and specific historical events | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| b. analyzes the social effects of major developments in human history (e.g., the agricultural revolution, the scientific revolution, the industrial revolution, the information revolution) | Trends in Early Civilizations; World History Overview Middle Ages - Advanced; World History Overview 1450 - 1750 - Advanced; World History Overview 1750 - 1945 - Advanced; World History Overview 1945 - Present - Advanced | Covered | 52 | 5 | 4 | 0 | Covered by 5 topics (52 questions, 5 materials, 4 cards, 0 videos). |
| c. understands major political, social, economic, and geographic characteristics of ancient civilizations and the connections and interactions between these civilizations | Ancient History Overview - Advanced | Partially covered | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (5 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| d. examines reasons for organizing periods of history in different ways and compares alternative interpretations of key events and issues in New York State, United States, and world history | Themes - Historical Patterns and Developments; Early U.S. History Overview - Elementary; U.S. History Overview 1797 - 1877 - Elementary; U.S. History Overview 1877 - 1945 - Elementary; U.S. History Overview 1945 - Present - Elementary | Covered | 33 | 5 | 212 | 0 | Covered by 5 topics (33 questions, 5 materials, 212 cards, 0 videos). |
| e. analyzes the effects of European contact with indigenous cultures and the effects of European settlement on New York State and the Northeast | European Colonization of the Americas - Advanced; Effect of European Colonization of the Americas - Advanced; Conflicts Between European Colonists and Native Peoples | Covered | 32 | 3 | 9 | 0 | Covered by 3 topics (32 questions, 3 materials, 9 cards, 0 videos). |
| f. analyzes how the roles and contributions of individuals and groups helped shape United States social, political, economic, cultural, and religious life | Methods to Enact Change | Covered | 11 | 1 | 3 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (11 questions, 1 materials, 3 cards, 0 videos). |
SMR 0002.2 Understand geographic concepts and phenomena and analyze the interrelationships of geography, society, and culture in the development of New York State, the United States, and the world.
97 Qs10 Materials65 Cards2 VideosPartially covered
| Official Competency | Matching 240 Topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| a. defines important geographic terms and concepts (e.g., habitat, resource, cultural diffusion, ecology) and uses them to analyze various geographic issues, problems, and phenomena | Themes of Geography; Resources - Elementary | Covered | 14 | 2 | 7 | 1 | Covered by 2 topics (14 questions, 2 materials, 7 cards, 1 videos). |
| b. demonstrates an understanding of the six essential elements of geography: the world in spatial terms, places and regions, physical settings, human systems, environment and society, and the use of geography | Teaching - Six Essential Elements of Geography | Partially covered | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (2 questions, 1 materials, 3 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| c. recognizes physical characteristics of the Earth's surface and the continual reshaping of it by physical processes (e.g., how weather, climate, and the water cycle influence different regions) | Weather and Climate; Types of Physical Features - Advanced | Covered | 19 | 2 | 25 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (19 questions, 2 materials, 25 cards, 0 videos). |
| d. analyzes the development and interaction of social, political, cultural, and religious systems in different regions of New York State, the United States, and the world | Human-Environment Interaction V2; Cultural Interdependence | Covered | 25 | 2 | 17 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (25 questions, 2 materials, 17 cards, 0 videos). |
| e. examines ways in which economic, environmental, and cultural factors influence demographic change and interprets geographic relationships, such as population density and spatial distribution patterns | Causes of Human Migration; Population Density and Distribution | Covered | 26 | 2 | 9 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (26 questions, 2 materials, 9 cards, 0 videos). |
| f. analyzes the impact of human activity on the physical environment (e.g., industrial development, population growth, deforestation) | Human-Environment Interaction V2; Impacts of Human Innovations | Covered | 29 | 2 | 14 | 1 | Covered by 2 topics (29 questions, 2 materials, 14 cards, 1 videos). |
SMR 0002.3 Understand concepts and phenomena related to human development and interactions (including anthropological, psychological, and sociological concepts).
53 Qs6 Materials44 Cards1 VideosPartially covered
| Official Competency | Matching 240 Topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| a. uses concepts, theories, and modes of inquiry drawn from anthropology, psychology, and sociology to examine general social phenomena and issues related to intercultural understanding | Cross-Cultural Comparison | Partially covered | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (3 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| b. evaluates factors that contribute to personal identity (e.g., family, group affiliations, socialization processes) | Basic Concepts in Sociology | Covered | 11 | 1 | 16 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (11 questions, 1 materials, 16 cards, 0 videos). |
| c. recognizes how language, literature, the arts, media, architecture, traditions, beliefs, values, and behaviors influence and/or reflect the development and transmission of culture | Art and Culture - Elementary | Covered | 8 | 1 | 11 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (8 questions, 1 materials, 11 cards, 0 videos). |
| d. analyzes the roles and functions of social groups and institutions in the United States (e.g., ethnic groups, schools, religions) and their influence on individual and group interactions | Sociological Institutions and Structures | Covered | 13 | 1 | 10 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (13 questions, 1 materials, 10 cards, 0 videos). |
| e. analyzes why individuals and groups hold different or competing points of view on issues, events, or historical developments | Skill - Interpreting Multiple Perspectives; Government and Culture | Partially covered | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | Partial coverage by 2 topics (1 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| f. understands the processes of social and cultural change | Basic Concepts of Culture | Covered | 17 | 1 | 7 | 1 | Covered by 1 topic (17 questions, 1 materials, 7 cards, 1 videos). |
SMR 0002.4 Understand economic and political principles, concepts, and systems, and relate this knowledge to historical and contemporary developments in New York State, the United States, and the world.
44 Qs3 Materials30 Cards1 VideosPartially covered
| Official Competency | Matching 240 Topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| a. defines important economic and political terms and concepts (e.g., scarcity, opportunity cost, supply and demand, productivity, power, natural rights, checks and balances) and uses them to analyze general phenomena and specific issues | Basic Economic Concepts; Basic Government Concepts | Covered | 30 | 1 | 8 | 1 | Covered by 2 topics (30 questions, 1 materials, 8 cards, 1 videos). |
| b. analyzes the basic structure, fundamental ideas, accomplishments, and problems of the United States economic system | Economic History | Covered | 12 | 1 | 14 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (12 questions, 1 materials, 14 cards, 0 videos). |
| c. recognizes and compares basic characteristics of major models of economic organization (e.g., traditional, market, command) and various governmental systems (e.g., democratic, authoritarian) | Basic Economic Concepts; Basic Government Concepts | Covered | 30 | 1 | 8 | 1 | Covered by 2 topics (30 questions, 1 materials, 8 cards, 1 videos). |
| d. analyzes values, principles, concepts, and key features of American constitutional democracy (e.g., individual freedom, separation of powers, due process, federalism) | Basic Government Concepts | Partially covered | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (0 questions, 0 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| e. compares different perspectives regarding economic and political issues and policies in New York State and the United States (e.g., taxing and spending decisions) | Interdependence of Nations - Elementary | Partially covered | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (0 questions, 0 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| f. analyzes ways in which the United States has influenced other nations (e.g., in the development of democratic principles and human rights) and how other nations have influenced United States politics and culture | U.S. as a World Power | Partially covered | 2 | 1 | 8 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (2 questions, 1 materials, 8 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
SMR 0002.5 Understand the roles, rights, and responsibilities of citizenship in the United States and the skills, knowledge, and attitudes necessary for successful participation in civic life.
120 Qs9 Materials64 Cards3 VideosPartially covered
| Official Competency | Matching 240 Topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| a. analyzes the personal and political rights guaranteed in the Declaration of Independence, the United States Constitution, the Constitution of the State of New York, and major civil rights legislation | Principles in Founding Documents; The Bill of Rights; Civil Rights Movements of the 20th Century; Key New York History | Covered | 45 | 3 | 23 | 2 | Covered by 4 topics (45 questions, 3 materials, 23 cards, 2 videos). |
| b. recognizes the core values of the United States democratic system (e.g., justice, honesty, the rule of law, self-discipline, due process, equality, majority rule, respect for minority rights) | Purpose and Applications of the Rule of Law | Partially covered | 5 | 1 | 4 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (5 questions, 1 materials, 4 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| c. demonstrates an understanding of the United States election process and the roles of political parties, pressure groups, and special interests in the United States political system | Components of the Democratic Process; U.S. Electoral Process | Covered | 36 | 2 | 7 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (36 questions, 2 materials, 7 cards, 0 videos). |
| d. explains what citizenship means in a democratic society and analyzes the ways in which citizens participate in and influence the political process in the United States (e.g., the role of public opinion and citizen action groups in shaping public policy) | Informed Citizenship | Partially covered | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (5 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| e. examines the rights, responsibilities, and privileges of individuals in relation to family, social group, career, community, and nation | Expectations and Benefits of Citizenship | Covered | 24 | 1 | 5 | 1 | Covered by 1 topic (24 questions, 1 materials, 5 cards, 1 videos). |
| f. analyzes factors that have expanded or limited the role of the individual in United States political life during the twentieth century (e.g., female suffrage, Jim Crow laws, growth of presidential primaries, role of the media in political elections) | Key Events in the Development of U.S. Democracy | Covered | 5 | 1 | 31 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (5 questions, 1 materials, 31 cards, 0 videos). |
SMR 0002.6 Understand and apply skills related to social studies, including gathering, organizing, mapping, evaluating, interpreting, and displaying information.
102 Qs9 Materials31 Cards2 VideosPartially covered
| Official Competency | Matching 240 Topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| a. evaluates the appropriateness of various resources and research methods for meeting specified information needs (e.g., atlas, bibliography, almanac, database, survey, poll) and applies procedures for retrieving information using traditional resources and current technologies (e.g., CD-ROM, the Internet) | Sources for Data; Skill - Primary and Secondary Sources | Covered | 22 | 2 | 8 | 1 | Covered by 2 topics (22 questions, 2 materials, 8 cards, 1 videos). |
| b. demonstrates an understanding of concepts, tools, and technologies for mapping information about the spatial distribution of people, places, and environments (e.g., mapping grids, latitude and longitude, the advantages and limitations of different types of maps and map projections) | Absolute Location; Types of Maps - Projections; Types of Maps | Covered | 37 | 3 | 19 | 0 | Covered by 3 topics (37 questions, 3 materials, 19 cards, 0 videos). |
| c. analyzes information in social studies materials (e.g., identifying central themes in important historical speeches or documents, distinguishing fact from opinion, evaluating multiple points of view in policy debates) | Skill - Main Idea / Primary Purpose; Skill - Fact vs Opinion | Partially covered | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 | Partial coverage by 2 topics (2 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| d. interprets information presented in one or more graphic representations (e.g., graph, table, map) and translates written or graphic information from one form to the other | Skill - Analysis of Graphics; Skill - Analyzing Political Cartoons | Covered | 29 | 2 | 2 | 1 | Covered by 2 topics (29 questions, 2 materials, 2 cards, 1 videos). |
| e. summarizes the purpose or point of view of a historical narrative | Skill - Main Idea / Primary Purpose; Skill - Analyze Historical Text | Covered | 12 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (12 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos). |
FINE ARTS, HEALTH AND FITNESS, FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCE, AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT (DOMAIN 0003)
Coverage gap identified
SMR 0003.1 Understand the concepts, techniques, and materials of the visual arts; analyze works of visual art; and understand the cultural dimensions and contributions of the visual arts.
0 Qs0 Materials0 Cards0 VideosCoverage gap identified
| Official Competency | Matching 240 Topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| a. identifies basic elements (e.g., line, color) and principles (e.g., unity, balance) of art and recognizes how they are used to communicate meaning in works of art | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| b. analyzes two-dimensional and three-dimensional works of art in terms of their visual and sensory characteristics | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| c. applies knowledge of the characteristics of various art media (e.g., two-dimensional, three-dimensional, electronic) to select a medium appropriate for a given artistic purpose or intent | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| d. applies knowledge of basic tools and techniques for working with various materials (e.g., clay, textiles, wood) | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| e. analyzes how works of art reflect the cultures in which they were produced (e.g., materials or techniques used, subject matter, style) | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| f. compares works of art of different cultures, eras, and artists in terms of characteristics such as theme, imagery, and style | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
SMR 0003.2 Understand concepts, techniques, and materials for producing, listening to, and responding to music; analyze works of music; and understand the cultural dimensions and contributions of music.
0 Qs0 Materials0 Cards0 VideosCoverage gap identified
| Official Competency | Matching 240 Topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| a. compares various types of instruments (e.g., strings, percussion, woodwind, brass, electronic) in terms of the sounds they produce | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| b. defines and applies common musical terms (e.g., pitch, tempo) | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| c. uses basic scientific concepts to explain how music-related sound is produced, transmitted through air, and received by listeners | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| d. relates characteristics of music (e.g., rhythm, beat) to musical effects produced | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| e. recognizes basic technical skills that musicians must develop to produce an aesthetically acceptable performance (e.g., manual dexterity, breathing techniques, knowledge of musical notation) | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| f. analyzes how different cultures have created music reflective of their histories and societies (e.g., call-and-response songs, ballads, work songs, folk songs) | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
SMR 0003.3 Understand concepts, techniques, and materials related to theater and dance; analyze works of drama and dance; and understand the cultural dimensions and contributions of drama and dance.
0 Qs0 Materials0 Cards0 VideosCoverage gap identified
| Official Competency | Matching 240 Topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| a. compares dramatic and theatrical forms and their characteristics (e.g., pantomime, improvisation) | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| b. relates types of dance (e.g., ballet, folk, modern) to their characteristic forms of movement, expressive qualities, and cultural origins | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| c. analyzes how technical aspects of performance (e.g., costumes, props, lighting) affect the message or overall impression created by a performance | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| d. recognizes how language, voice, gesture, and movement are used to develop character and create interaction between performers in theatrical productions | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| e. analyzes ways in which different cultures have used drama and dance (e.g., to teach moral lessons, to preserve cultural traditions, to affirm the sense of community, to entertain) | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
SMR 0003.4 Understand basic principles and practices of personal, interpersonal, and community health and safety; and apply related knowledge and skills (e.g., decision making, problem solving) to promote personal well-being.
0 Qs0 Materials0 Cards0 VideosCoverage gap identified
| Official Competency | Matching 240 Topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| a. identifies common health problems and explains how they can be prevented, detected, and treated | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| b. recognizes the basic knowledge and skills necessary to support positive health choices and behaviors | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| c. applies decision-making and problem-solving skills and procedures in individual and group situations (e.g., situations related to personal well-being, self-esteem, and interpersonal relationships) | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| d. recognizes basic principles of good nutrition and uses them to plan a diet that accommodates nutritional needs, activity level, and optimal weight | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| e. analyzes contemporary health-related issues (e.g., HIV, teenage pregnancy, suicide, substance abuse) in terms of their causes, effects, and significance for individuals, families, and society and evaluates strategies for their prevention | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| f. interprets advertising claims for health-care products and services and distinguishes between valid and invalid health information | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| g. analyzes environmental conditions and their impact upon personal and community health and safety | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
SMR 0003.5 Understand physical education concepts and practices related to the development of personal living skills.
0 Qs0 Materials0 Cards0 VideosCoverage gap identified
| Official Competency | Matching 240 Topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| a. recognizes sequences and characteristics of physical development throughout the various developmental levels | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| b. demonstrates knowledge of activities that promote the development of motor skills (e.g., locomotor, manipulative, body mechanics) and perceptual awareness skills (e.g., body awareness, spatial and directional awareness) | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| c. applies safety concepts and practices associated with physical activities (e.g., doing warm-up exercises, wearing protective equipment) | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| d. understands skills necessary for successful participation in given sports and activities (e.g., spatial orientation, eye-hand coordination, movement) | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| e. analyzes ways in which participation in individual or group sports or physical activities can promote personal living skills (e.g., self-discipline, respect for self and others, resource management) and interpersonal skills (e.g., cooperation, sportsmanship, leadership, teamwork, communication) | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
SMR 0003.6 Understand health-related physical fitness concepts and practices.
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| Official Competency | Matching 240 Topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
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| a. recognizes components, functions, and common disorders of the major body systems | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| b. demonstrates knowledge of basic components of physical fitness (e.g., strength, endurance, flexibility) and applies principles of training | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| c. applies strategies for developing a personal fitness plan based on self-assessment, goal setting, and an understanding of physiological changes that result from training | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| d. analyzes the relationship between lifelong physical activity and the prevention of illness, disease, and premature death | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| e. applies knowledge of principles and activities for developing and maintaining cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular strength, flexibility, and levels of body composition that promote good health | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
SMR 0003.7 Understand concepts and practices related to child development and care and apply knowledge of family and interpersonal relationships.
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| Official Competency | Matching 240 Topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| a. recognizes stages and characteristics of physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development during infancy, childhood, and adolescence | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| b. demonstrates knowledge of children's physical, dietary, and hygienic needs (e.g., nutritional guidelines, dental care, proper washing procedures) and applies developmentally appropriate methods for promoting self-care during childhood | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| c. identifies causes of common childhood accidents and health-care emergencies and applies physical care and safety guidelines for caregivers of infants, toddlers, and preschool and school-age children | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| d. analyzes factors that affect decisions about whether and when to have children and recognizes ways to prepare for the responsibilities of parenthood | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| e. demonstrates knowledge of family structure (e.g., extended, blended, single parent, dual career), roles and responsibilities of family members, and the functions of families in society | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| f. recognizes the types and characteristics of interpersonal relationships and analyzes decision-making processes related to interpersonal relationships | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| g. examines social and cultural influences on interpersonal communication and analyzes factors affecting the formation of positive relationships in the family, workplace, and community | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
SMR 0003.8 Understand skills and procedures related to consumer economics and personal resource management.
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| Official Competency | Matching 240 Topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| a. recognizes rights and responsibilities of consumers in various purchasing situations (e.g., rights in relation to product and service warranties and guarantees) | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| b. demonstrates knowledge of types and characteristics of consumer fraud and applies procedures for seeking redress and registering consumer complaints | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| c. applies knowledge of procedures for making major purchases (e.g., comparison shopping, negotiating, interpreting labels or contract terminology) | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| d. analyzes considerations involved in selecting and maintaining housing and motor vehicles, obtaining credit and insurance, and making investments | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| e. examines steps and considerations involved in planning and maintaining a personal or family budget and applies money management guidelines appropriate for various situations | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| f. demonstrates knowledge of personal and family resources (e.g., time, skills, energy) and applies decision-making and goal-setting procedures for managing personal and family resources in various situations | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
SMR 0003.9 Understand basic principles of career development; apply processes and skills for seeking and maintaining employment; and demonstrate knowledge of workplace skills, behaviors, and responsibilities.
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| Official Competency | Matching 240 Topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| a. demonstrates knowledge of the relationship of personal interests, skills, and abilities to successful employment and recognizes the relationship between the changing nature of work and educational requirements | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| b. recognizes factors to consider when evaluating careers and applies procedures for conducting career research | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| c. demonstrates knowledge of steps involved in searching for a job and recognizes factors affecting the success of a job search (e.g., writing an effective letter of application, résumé preparation) | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| d. applies skills and procedures for job interviews (e.g., personal appearance and demeanor, communicating effectively during an interview) | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| e. applies knowledge of effective communication principles, work etiquette, interpersonal skills, and techniques for handling stress or conflict in the workplace | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| f. recognizes rights and responsibilities in relation to employment (e.g., protection from harassment and discrimination, employer's performance expectations) | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
How 240 Creates The NYSTCE Multi-Subject: Teachers of Childhood (Grade 1 - Grade 6): Arts and Sciences (245) Study Guide
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FAQs About the NYSTCE Multi-Subject: Teachers of Childhood (Grade 1 - Grade 6): Arts and Sciences Study Guide
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