[ANSWER] TEACHER CERTIFICATION EXAM PERSONAL SUCCESS PLAN
Complete the “Classroom Competency Practice Exam” as directed. Use the practice test results and experiences in taking the practice test to inform and complete each section of the success plan below.
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Teacher Certification Exam Personal Success Plan
Directions: Complete the “Classroom Competency Practice Exam” as directed. Use the practice test results and experiences in taking the practice test to inform and complete each section of the success plan below.
Part 1: Classroom Competency Practice Exam
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Post a screenshot of your “Classroom
Competency Practice Exam” results. |
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Part 2: Student Information
In an upcoming course within your program of study, you will be required to provide documentation related to your certification status for state testing if you are pursuing licensure. To prepare for this future requirement, complete the table below.
Note: If you are enrolled in a non-licensure program and do not require state testing, submit a screenshot of your program of study in the Evidence box of Part 2. If you are enrolled in a non-licensure program, respond to the following prompts as if you were pursuing licensure. Gaining an understanding of certification and exam requirements is crucial for those seeking a degree in or planning to enter the field of education.
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First and Last Name |
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Evidence Submit proof of one of the following: 1. Non-Certification Statement: If you are enrolled in a non-licensure
program and do not require state testing, submit a screenshot of your program
of study in the GCU portal affirming that you are in a program that does not
lead to licensure and you are not pursuing teacher certification. 2.
Proof
of Content Exam Registration or Completion: Submit a screenshot showing that you have
registered for or have already completed your content exam(s). Proof of
registration is required for any content exams you are required to take.
Speak to your Field Experience Counselor for more information on required
content exams. Testing Deferment: If you have been granted a deferment for
testing because the state in which you have disclosed you intend to certify
does not require testing, submit a copy of the signed acknowledgment you
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Projected Month/Year You Intend to Student Teach (Students in a
non-certification program may state their projected program completion date.) |
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State Certification This is the state where you plan to
become a certified teacher. Note: In
some states, candidates must first obtain certification in Arizona before
they can apply for certification in their state. For details on the
certification process in your state, contact your Field Experience Counselor
(FEC). List the names of the state licensure
content/subject knowledge exams you will have to take to receive your
teaching credential. Examples: · NES
Elementary Subtest I & II · CSET:
Multiple Subjects · Praxis
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GCU/COE Student Success Center Study Resources Provide the links to relevant test
preparation resources available in the Student Success Center. |
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Provide the resource links and a short
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Part 3: Reflection
To create an effective “Teacher Certification Exam Personal Success Plan” reflect on the “Classroom Competency Practice Exam” you completed and address the following in 2-3 sentences.
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Describe your initial reaction to seeing your exam score. Discuss
whether you were satisfied with your exam score and explain why. |
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Describe the strategies you used to approach questions you were
unsure about during the exam. |
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Discuss whether you managed your time effectively during the exam.
If not, explain what you could do differently next time to manage time more effectively. |
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Describe any distractions or factors that may have affected your
performance on the exam. Explain steps you can take to minimize these
distractions in the future. |
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Describe your strengths as a learner and explain how you can
leverage them to improve your performance. |
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Part 4: Teacher Certification Exam Personal Success Plan
By creating your “Teacher Certification Exam Personal Success Plan” with concrete and realistic steps, you put yourself in control of a personalized strategy to achieve your educational goals.
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Note: If you are enrolled in a non-licensure program and do not require state testing, submit a screenshot of your program of study in the Evidence box of Part 2 of this assignment. If you are enrolled in a non-licensure program, respond to the following prompts as though you were pursuing licensure, as this information is essential for everyone in the education field to understand for professional development.
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Based on the “Classroom Competency Practice Exam” results, address
the following: |
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Identify specific subject area concepts/competencies that you need
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List 2-3 strategies you will use to study for your certification
exams, focusing on those identified concepts/competencies. |
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Identify the Challenges Consider your current content knowledge and test-taking
skills and identify two challenges you will need to overcome to successfully
prepare to take the certification exam. |
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Solutions for Overcoming the
Challenge Describe a potential solution for
addressing each challenge listed above. |
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Exam
Preparation Schedule and Strategies In
2-3 sentences, describe your daily, weekly, or monthly exam preparation time
goals and schedule for studying and the strategies you will employ to ensure you have obtained the content
knowledge and test-taking techniques needed for successful completion of the
certification exam. |
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In addition to certification examinations, list and describe other
requirements you need to meet to become a certified teacher in the state
where you plan to teach. Examples: Fingerprint or background
clearances, program completion, application, fee, additional coursework, or
training, etc. |
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Reminder: In addition to successfully passing all required basic skills/content knowledge exams before applying for the student teaching experience, as part of the student teaching requirements, candidates must also successfully pass the “Educator Professional Knowledge Exam.” Candidates must allocate adequate time to prepare for this exam, as it assesses understanding of core teaching principles, classroom management, and instructional strategies. While the College will provide guidance and resources, it is the candidate’s responsibility to ensure that they are fully prepared for the exam. Failing to pass the exam could delay progress in the student teaching program, obtaining an Institutional Recommendation (IR), and candidates’ pathway to licensure. Candidates in initial licensure programs must review all study materials thoroughly and reach out to their Field Experience Counselor for additional support in preparing for the exam.
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