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So first of all, 47 minutes for 60 questions, is not an easy accomplishment(especially with out proper practice questions or an adequate strategy). But here would be one of the best strategies to approach this part: Make sure you have your dry erase marker and erase board/paper. Have tools to help you write down key … Continue reading How To Pass The Math Part For EC-6(291) Exam
So I took the overall exam and it was not easy after the first 3 hours it was hard to stay focused. By the time the math part of the exam rolled around, I was mentally tired out already. Here are my biggest suggestions when taking the math part of the exam: Use the dry … Continue reading Taking The EC-6 291 Math Exam
Project Lead The Way, or PLTW, is a curriculum used by some U.S. schools. I personally use it for Computer Science A (Java), Computer Science Principles, and Cyber security. Having a few years of experience with it, I can honestly say for right now it is reliable. Being a teacher from a smaller district, I … Continue reading Is Project Lead The Way Reliable? (From a teacher’s point of view)
A friend of mine wants to get out of teaching at the high school for next year, and wants to get her certification in EC-6. She has had a hard time passing the social studies part and the math part as well. I have recently taken the exam myself, to try to help her to … Continue reading Taking The Core Subjects EC-6 (291) Exam (Part 1)
Time Breakdown: So I’ll have 3 minutes for each question. Question breakdown: If there a 100 question we can expect those percentages to equate to the number of actual questions per each domain. Example: we can expect around 40 questions for “Programming Language Topics” and etc. ***I plan to take this exam early January … Continue reading Quick Overview Of TEXES Computer Science 8-12 (241) Exam
Gotta love the new objectives being passed by TEA every year (sarcastic tone forsure). My school is changing around my curriculum, and they want clearly defined pathways. Meaning there is a lot more being asked of me as a teacher(as well as others). We get a small raise, and now they’re demanding all this extra … Continue reading Taking The Computer Science 8-12 (241) TEXES Exam (Part 1)
***Dis-Claimer: These perks mostly relate to teachers who are in bigger, well funded, and well staffed school districts. This is also coming from a high school teacher, but with the Tech Apps 242 certification, I can work in any school. Smaller school districts will have a bigger work load with less pay.*** Not every … Continue reading Top 5 Perks Of Being A Texas High School Technology Teacher
Main Points: Take care of your self first, or you will get burned out. Not every school district is made the same. And you should probably move to the most funded one. There are resources out there to make your teacher life so much easier(while also helping your personal life). Depending your location, you might … Continue reading What I’ve Learned In The Last Four Years Of Teaching Computer Classes(Part 1)
First, let’s review what’s out there, as far as preparation. TEA Preparation Manual Pros: It’s created by the people who created the 242 exam. From pages 7 – 16, you will see most of those terms in some sort of manner. Also, it’s free. Cons: The questions are misleading. There’s no focused path of what … Continue reading How To Pass The Technology Applications EC-12(242) Exam.
Not all schools are made the same. Take it from an experienced teacher. Things to look out for: If the school is 3A or smaller, you will probably be asked to wear a lot of hats, especially if it’s 1A. It’s not their fault, they don’t have as many resources as bigger schools. If the … Continue reading How Should I Choose The Schools I Apply To?
1st Year Texas Teachers 