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Teach For America - Chicago-Northwest Indiana
Indiana Elementary Generalist Exam (060-063)
Overview
Corps members assigned to teach elementary take the "Elementary Education Generalist Exam" (060-063) content exam. The 060-063 exam covers the areas of Language Arts and Literacy, Mathematics, Science, Social Science and the Arts, Health, and Physical Education. Your Elementary exam is a computer-based test that you can take at a Testing location near you (aka- you don't need to be in Chicago or Indiana). Most corps members assigned to this content area express some nervousness about this exam because it may include content and information in which you have very limited knowledge. Please know that with adequate prep and by keeping in mind some of the "Study Tips" below, you should be successful.
Logistics
This exam costs $145
This exam is computer-based (you can take it from a testing center anywhere in the US and some international locations)
If you fail, you can retake this exam. However you must wait 30 days before re-testing
Study Tips
Study Materials
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These exams can feel overwhelming (a lot of new material). However, we see a 98% pass rate (on the first attempt) for folks that dedicate 5 hours of study time between when they register and when they test.
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Use the NESINC Study Guide (located below). Our 2016 Corps Members said this was the most helpful study resource!
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Reach out to the Onboarding Team if you need support or have concerns - finding a testing timeline and study plan that works for you is really important. If we need to move things around we can, but reaching out pro-actively ensures we have the space to modify your testing timeline, as needed
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Remember: Use your Testing Guide to scaffold this process for you (learn when to register, test and more).
Indiana State Board of Education Test Prep:
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#1 recommended resource by the 2016 Corps
Subject Specific Resources:
​Free Resources:
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How to Teach Reading
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Teaching and Learning Mathematics
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Life Science Quiz
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Writing Strategies Video
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Social Studies (Brain Pop)
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Khan Academy
Fee-Based Resources:
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Pearsons Practice Exams: Elementary Education Generalist (scroll to bottom of link).
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Momentrix Elementary Generalist Secrets study guide