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What’s on the Exam?
There are 100 multiple-choice questions on the exam, and the time limit is 2.5 hours. There aren’t any scheduled breaks, but you’re free to take restroom breaks as needed.
Let’s take a closer look at the different sections of the exam.
1. Language, Linguistics, and Comparisons
15% of the exam
- Major principles, concepts, and instructional practices regarding the nature of language and language systems
- Fundamentals of linguistics and comparative linguistics
- Promoting language and literacy development
- Fundamentals of sociolinguistics
2. Culture
15% of the exam
- Major concepts, principles, theories, and research related to the nature of culture
- The role of culture in language development
- Creating a culturally inclusive learning environment
3. Second Language Acquisition and Instructional Practices
15% of the exam
- Second language acquisition theories and research
- Facilitating English learners’ language and literacy development
- Individual learner variables in the second language acquisition process
- Best practices related to planning, managing, and implementing English as a second language instruction
4. Application of Standards-Based Curriculum and Instruction
25% of the exam
- The WIDA ELD Standards and the Michigan K–12 Standards for ELA related to listening
- The WIDA ELD Standards and the Michigan K–12 Standards for ELA related to speaking
- The WIDA ELD Standards and the Michigan K–12 Standards for ELA related to reading
- The WIDA ELD Standards and the Michigan K–12 Standards for ELA related to writing
5. Assessment
15% of the exam
- Major concepts and principles related to standards-based assessment of English learners
- Assessment issues and factors
- Reflective assessment practices
6. Professionalism
15% of the exam
- Legal and historical foundations of ESL programs
- The ESL teacher’s role as a professional within a discipline
- Serving as a resource and advocate for English learners
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How to Register
To get started with your registration, you’ll need to create an account on the NES website. You can then register for the exam and schedule a test date through your account.
When you submit your registration, you’ll need to pay the $129 testing fee.
Exam Scores
The test is scored using a scaled scoring method. Here’s how it works:
The reason your raw score is converted to a scaled score is because everyone who takes the test is given a slightly different set of questions. Since everyone has a different arrangement of questions, and because some questions are harder than others, converting your raw score to a scaled score ensures a more even playing field.
FAQs
How many questions are on the MTTC English as a Second Language exam?
The exam contains 100 multiple-choice questions.
What is the time limit for the MTTC English as a Second Language exam?
The exam is timed at 2.5 hours.
What is the passing score for the MTTC English as a Second Language exam?
You’ll need to get a final score of at least 220 to pass.
How much does the MTTC English as a Second Language exam cost?
The testing fee is $129.