REA '¦ Real review, Real practice, Real results. Take your teaching career to the head of the class. MTEL COMMUNICATION AND LITERACY TEST (FIELD 01) For Massachusetts Licensure Are you prepared to excel on the MTEL? * Get to know the test, how it is scored, and much more. * Set up a study schedule by following our flexible, results-driven timeline * Take one of the practice tests to discover what you know and what you should know * Use REA's advice to ready yourself for proper study and success Sharpen your knowledge and skills * The book's comprehensive review covers all topics on the official exam * Lessons reinforce necessary skills * Key tutorials enhance specific abilities needed on the test * Targeted drills increase comprehension and help organize study Practice for real * Create the closest experience to test-day conditions with three full-length practice tests * Chart your progress with full and detailed explanations of all answers * Boost confidence with test-taking strategies and experienced advice Get to the head of the class! Get certified! REA books and software have proven to be the extra support teacher candidates need to pass their challenging test for state licensure. Our comprehensive study guides are teacher-recommended and written by educators who have mastered the test and the related program of study.

Passing the Communication and Literacy Skills Test About this Book This REA test-preparation book is designed to help candidates pass the Communication and Literacy Skills Test section of the Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure. The Communication and Literacy Skills Test is composed of two subtests: reading and writing. Comprehensive review material for both subtests is available in this book, along with three practice tests. These practice tests contain the very types of questions you can expect to encounter on the actual exam. Following each test, you will find an answer key with detailed explanations designed to help you more completely understand the test material. About the Test Who Takes the Test and What Is It Used For? The Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure must be taken by individuals seeking certification to teach in Massachusetts. Prospective teachers are required to take and pass two tests: a two-part test in communication and literacy skills and an additional test in the subject of the candidates chosen area of certification. Who Administers the Test? The Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure are administered by the Massachusetts Department of Education. A comprehensive test development process was designed and implemented specifically to ensure that the content and difficulty level of the exam is appropriate. When and Where Is the Test Given? The Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure are administered five times a year at six locations across the state. Specific information regarding test sites will be given upon registration for the tests. To receive information on upcoming test dates and locations, you may wish to contact the test administrator as follows: Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure National Evaluation Systems, Inc. P.O. Box 660 Amherst, MA 01004-9013 Telephone: (413) 256-2892 Fax: (413) 256-8221 Website: www.doe.mass.edu/mtel IS THERE A REGISTRATION FEE? To take the Communication and Literacy Skills Test, you must pay a fee. A complete summary of the registration fees is included in yourregistration bulletin. How to Use this Book When Should I Start Studying? An eight-week study schedule is provided in this text to assist you in preparing for the exam. This schedule can be adjusted to meet your unique needs. If your test date is only four weeks away, you can halve the time allotted to each section; keep in mind, however, that this is not the most effective way to study. If you have several months before your test date, you may wish to extend the time allotted to each section. Remember, the more time you spend studying, the better your chances of achieving your aim-a passing score on the MTEL. Format of the Communication and literacy skills test The subject area tests are designed to assess your knowledge of the subject for the certificate sought. The Communication and Literacy Skills Test is designed to ensure your ability to effectively convey that knowledge to a student. The reading subtest of the Communication and Literacy Skills Test is composed of multiple-choice questions relating to reading passages and open-ended vocabulary questions, while the writing subtest consists of four sections: grammar and usage, written mechanics, written summary, and written composition. About the Review Sections By using our review material in conjunction with our practice tests, you should be well prepared for the actual Communication and Literacy Skills Test. At some point in your educational experience, you have probably studied all the material that makes up this test. For many candidates, however, this may have been some time ago. REAs targeted reviews will serve to refresh your memory of these topics, and our practice tests will help you gauge which areas you need to work on. Scoring the communication and literacy skills test How Do I Scor