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TExES LOTE Spanish Scoring

If you plan to teach in Spanish in Texas you may have heard of the TExES LOTE Spanish exam. This exam assesses whether you have the requisite skills and knowledge to be a successful Spanish teacher in Texas. To prepare for the test, it’s crucial to understand its scoring system. This article delves into everything you need to know about TExES Languages Other Than English (LOTE) Spanish (613) exam scores.

Overview of the TExES LOTE Spanish Exam

The TExES Languages Other Than English (LOTE) Spanish (613) exam will evaluate your knowledge of these 6 domains:

    1. Instruction and Assessment
    2. Cultural Understanding
    3. Interpretive Listening
    4. Interpretive Reading
    5. Written Expression
    6. Oral Expression

The test consists of 120 selected-response questions, 3 speaking constructed-response tasks, and 5 writing constructed-response tasks. Our TExES (LOTE) Spanish exam overview can give you more information about the structure of this test.

How the Exam is Scored

The TExES LOTE Spanish (613) exam is scored by taking the sum of your correct answers and converting this into a scaled score that takes test difficulty into account. The exam is scored via computer.

Passing Score

To pass the TExES Languages Other Than English (LOTE) Spanish (613) exam you must receive a minimum score of 240

Understanding Your Score Report

Your TExES LOTE Spanish (613) score report will include:

  • Whether you passed
  • The range of possible scores
  • Your score on each subtest
  • The number of questions available in each subtest competency
  • The number of questions you answered correctly in each competency

To see an example of what your score report will look like, check out this sample TExES score report.

Your score report is broken down into three sections:

Section 1 includes:

  • The name and number of the exam you took
  • Whether you passed or failed the exam
  • The test’s scoring scale

Section 2 includes:

  • The date you took the exam
  • Your name, address, and TEA ID number

Section 3 includes:

  • Your score for each subtest
  • Whether or not you passed each subtest
  • The number of questions available for each competency on a subtest
  • The number of questions you answered correctly on each competency
  • Previous scores and data for each subtest (only applies if you’ve taken the exam before)

Retaking the Exam

If you don’t pass the TExES Languages Other Than English (LOTE) Spanish (613) exam, you can retake the test. However, you must wait 30 days before you can retest. You will need to re-register and submit a new payment.

Before you re-register, it’s crucial to evaluate what went wrong on your previous attempt. Carefully analyze your score report to identify areas of weakness and develop a targeted study plan to improve your performance on those subtests or content areas.

Conclusion:

The TExES LOTE Spanish (613) exam scores play a significant role in assessing your readiness to teach students in Texas. Understanding how this test is scored and what is required to pass should help you prepare more effectively, maximizing your chances of success. If you don’t pass the exam on your first try, remember to take advantage of the detailed performance breakdown on your score report. It may provide helpful insights. With diligent study and a clear understanding of the test, you’ll be prepared to excel on the TExES LOTE Spanish exam.

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