Transcript Testing Requirements - University of Wisconsin

TEACHER EDUCATION
GATE 1 – EXAM REQUIREMENTS
Kelly Berg-Schwartz and Sandy Moua, Advisors
Admission to Program - GATE I
Exam Requirements
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Requirement for candidates entering teacher
preparation programs in Wisconsin
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Based on high school knowledge
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State sets requirements and passing scores
Scores Meeting the Basic Skills
Requirement
ACT Passing Scores
 Composite score of 23 or higher; minimum of 20 on
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Mathematics
English
Reading
SAT Passing Scores
 Composite 1070
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Minimum of 450 on each (verbal and mathematics)
All scores must come from one sitting. Exams must be completed within the past 5 years
OR
PRAXIS - CORE Academic Skills for Educators passing scores
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Mathematics
Writing
Reading
150
162
156
When should I take the exam?
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Complete MATH 10 or 20 if required
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Complete WRIT course if need added writing skill
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During freshman year
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Transfer students - 1st semester of enrollment
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Where can I take the exam?
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UW-Eau Claire
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Academic Testing Center,
 Computer-based,
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Prometric Testing Centers
 Eau
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Schofield 226
Claire - Keith Street Location
Other 4-year universities that offer it
What are the dates when I can take
the exam?
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PRAXIS CORE
 Computer-based
is only option available
 Testing window dates availability
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Two-weeks, once a month
Combined exam 5 hours or sections 2 hours each
Available dates and times will show as you register
Combined Test Code and Dates
How much does the exam cost?
 Combined
test - $135
 Individual test sections - $85
 Fee
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Waiver
www.ets.org/praxis/about/fees/fee_waivers/
 Submit 6 weeks in advance of registering
When will I receive my scores?
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Official scores PRAXIS CORE
 2-3
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weeks after testing window dates concludes
Once received at UWEC, scores can be viewed under
the “Test Scores” drop-down box option in My Blugold
CampS Student Center
Accommodations
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www.ets.org/praxis/register/disabilities
Request accommodations at least 6 weeks
in advance of your test date
How to Prepare?
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www.ets.org/praxis/prepare/materials
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Student Companion
Strategies for Success Video
Computer-Delivered Testing Demonstration
What to Expect on the Day of the Test
 Student
Success Network,
Centennial Hall 2102
 Prep
books/workshops
Requirements for GATE II?
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All Majors – PRAXIS II
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After admission to program
Specific exam title will vary by subject and grade level
of teaching certification
Depends on your degree plan, but generally during
BLOCK semester
Foreign Language Majors/Minors
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ACTFL –American Council on the Teaching of
Foreign Languages
Soon after return from study abroad
More Information on PRAXIS
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www.ets.org/PRAXIS
Foundations of Reading Test (FORT)
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New requirement as of January 1, 2014
Passing score of 240
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Required for these majors/minors only:
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 SPED
 MCEA
 Unified
Early Childhood
 EAA with a minor in Learning Disabilities
More Information on FORT
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http://www.wi.nesinc.com/Home.aspx
More Information on Testing Requirements
http://tepdl.dpi.wi.gov/licensing/
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