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What’s on the Exam?
First, let’s talk about the questions on the TExES Physical Education EC-12 test. There are 91 questions in total, most being selected-response and one being constructed-response.
90 questions
Selected-response questions require you to select the correct answer from a list of options. Multiple-choice questions are the most common example, but you may also see true-or-false questions and “matching” questions, which ask you to match terms or concepts with their definitions.
Constructed-Response (CR)
1 question
The constructed-response question requires you to write your answer instead of selecting from a list of choices. Your response to this question is expected to be 400-600 words, and you’ll be given specific details and instructions before you take the test.
The time limit for the exam is 4 hours and 45 minutes. 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. Movement Knowledge and Skills
22% of the exam
- Principles and characteristics of motor development and motor learning
- Biomechanical and movement concepts and principles
- Developing and integrating motor skills
- Techniques, skills, rules, and safety practices for various sports and activities
2. Health-Related Fitness
22% of the exam
- The structures and functions of body systems
- Principles of personal fitness and physical conditioning
- Developing and maintaining health-related fitness
- Health and wellness concepts
- Analyzing how personal behaviors influence health and wellness
3. The Physical Education Program
22% of the exam
- Principles of effective and appropriate instruction
- Factors relevant to learning and performance within physical education
- Creating learning environments to promote development in various domains
- The structure, organization, and purposes of physical education programs
4. Educating All Learners and Professional Practice
13% of the exam
- Identifying and implementing appropriate strategies and practices to effectively teach and engage all learners
- Identifying and implementing culturally responsive practices to effectively teach and engage all learners
- Types and uses of data-driven assessments
5. CONSTRUCTED RESPONSE
20% of the exam
Your finished response should be between 400 and 600 words.
Computer-Adaptive Testing (CAT)
The TExES Physical Education EC-12 exam is a computer-adaptive test. Basically, this means that the questions will become harder or easier as you go through the exam, based on how well you’re answering the questions.
For example, say you answered the first question correctly. The first question is of medium difficulty, so the next question will be slightly harder. Then, let’s say you answered the second question incorrectly. The next question would then be a medium question.
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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 $136 testing fee.
Exam Scores
The test is scored using a scaled scoring method. Here’s how it works:
You will need a score of 240 to pass the test.
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 TExES Physical Education EC-12 exam?
The exam contains 91 questions.
How long is the TExES Physical Education EC-12 exam?
The time limit is 4 hours and 45 minutes.
What is the passing score for the TExES Physical Education EC-12 exam?
The minimum score you need to pass is 240.
How much does the TExES Physical Education EC-12 exam cost?
The testing fee is $136.