Test Preparation Worksheet

This worksheet will help you evaluate your level of preparation for taking an MTTC test.

Academic Background

What is the highest educational level you will have attained prior to testing?

Select the option that best describes your reason for testing:

Certification Testing Requirements

List the MTTC tests that you are required to pass for the educator certification or endorsement that you are seeking.
Test Name Code Have you taken this test previously? Passing Status












Test Preparation

List the MTTC tests that you are preparing to take.
Test Name Code Have you taken this test previously? Passing Score






Testing History

If you previously took an MTTC test and did not pass, attach copies of your score reports for the two most recent attempts.

Use the Subarea Performance Index section of your score report(s), as applicable, to determine the subareas of the test in which your performance was weakest, and then plan to do some additional studying in those areas. However, while concentrating your studies on your areas of weakness, you should also be sure to do some additional preparation addressing the content covered in the other subareas of the test. Remember, your total score for the test is based on the total number of questions you answer correctly (combined with your scores on the constructed-response assignments, if applicable); therefore, improvement on any subarea of the test will improve your total score. Finally, you may also want to do some additional studying in the sections of the test that contain the greatest percentage of test questions when this information is provided, as they will contribute the most to your total score.

Test Preparation Questions

Provide the following information about your current preparation.

Have you accessed and reviewed the test objectives for this test?

Have you completed the worksheet for mapping the test objectives for this test to the courses you have taken in your educator preparation program?

Have you completed all or most of the applicable coursework in which the content of this test is taught?

Have you answered the sample questions in the study guide and checked the correct response?

Have you taken the practice test, if available, and assessed your performance?

Have you used your review of the test objectives, your results on the practice test (if applicable), and/or your results on previous test attempts to identify any objectives that represent areas of weakness for you?

If you identified any objectives that represent areas of weakness for you, have you gathered and reviewed additional study materials for these objectives?

Have you developed a study plan and schedule?

Recommendations for Test Preparation

Use the form below to list recommended activities and materials to help you prepare for your MTTC test.

  • Review your responses to the worksheet questions. You or your advisor may be able to identify additional activities to help you prepare for this test.
  • Review your testing history and/or your results on the practice test (if applicable). Based on your performance on each section of the test, you or your advisor may identify specific areas on which you may want to focus extra attention when preparing for this test.
Additional Course Work Recommended: Additional Study Materials:
Other Recommended Preparation Activities:

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