Testing Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Do I need to take my qualifying exam to be admitted into the Educator Preparation Program (EPP)?
In lieu of taking the qualifying exam, students will take the free 240Tutoring diagnostic test(s) for their concentration. Then they must attend Test Preparation Session during which they will be instructed on how to design a study plan. The study plan should be included when students submit your online EPP application. Contact Lluvia Parral (lnparral@utep.edu) to inquire about Test Preparation Session dates and information.
What is the difference between the Test Preparation Session and the EPP Workshop?
The Test Preparation Session is required prior to submitting your online EPP admission application. During the workshop, you will construct a two-week study plan that will be submitted as part of your online EPP admissions application. Once your application has been accepted, you will be invited to attend an EPP Workshop. After successfully completing the EPP Workshop, you will be admitted into the program and receive access to register for EPP courses.
How do I get approval to take my state teacher certification exam?
Contact Lluvia Parral (lnparral@utep.edu) to request state exam approval. 海角社区 can show that they are ready for their first attempt at the state exam by doing the following:
- Complete the 240Tutoring study modules for the exam, and
- Score 78% or higher on the 240Tutoring Practice Exam (you have three attempts),
Once student have done this, email Lluvia Parral with your name, 海角社区 ID, TEA ID, name of the exam, and the 240Tutoring Practice Exam score report. Upon review of your 240Tutoring Practice Exam, student will be approved to take the state exam. Please note: State exams are run through Pearson; you can check for exam availability.
How can I get access to 240Tutoring?
海角社区 students can subscribe to 240Tutoring (240Tutoring.com) for $20 per month, which is 50% of the regular cost. Email Lluvia Parral (lnparral@utep.edu) if you are interested in subscribing to 240Tutoring at the discounted price. If you are currently subscribed to 240Tutoring, you should continue your current 30-day subscription, cancel before your next billing cycle, and contact Lluvia Parral to receive information on how to subscribe under the reduced fee. Note that when you reactivate your subscription, you will have the option to log in to an existing account, so you will not lose your progress.
I am concerned that I will not pass my state exams in time to meet the Fall 2020 student teaching application deadline (July 31). What should I do?
Register for the earliest date available you feel you will be prepared to pass the exam, as testing slots continue to fill for the summer months. Use this time to study intensively and prepare as if you only have one chance at the exam. We will work with students on a case-by-case basis to ensure your progress to student teaching is not hindered.
Please contact us if you have any concerns or questions regarding student teaching/residency and testing:
- 海角社区 Teaching/Residency - Dr. Joyce Asing Cashman, gasingcashman2@utep.edu
- Testing – Ms. Lluvia Parral, lnparral@utep.edu