FTCE Exceptional Student Education K-12 (061) Book + Online (FTCE Teacher Certification Test Prep)

I would recommend. I studied from this and passed the certification on my first try.

Took the test today for the first time and I passed!! This study guide is extremely helpful I read the book throughly and I took notes as I was reading. Initially I thought I would be able to read and retain all the skills but for me it was almost impossible to remember everything. I got a note book and took notes from each chapter paraphrasing and putting them in my own words I do find it was easier for me to not only have a better understanding of the material but to retain what I read. As a supplement which was helpful I did the navaED webinar on line along with the navaEd study guide. Combining them was well worth the time and money. During the test I could actually recall similar questions on the practice test. I can honestly say I was well prepared for the test. My advice to people prepping for this test dont cram, take time to read, comprehend and digest the skills you've learned. I study for 4 months and it was worth it. In closing I was not paid or offered anything for my review I think it would be helpful because when I was looking for a study guide reviews helped me in making an informed decision.

Everything was divided according to thr proper competencies and sub categories. The checkpoint quizzes helped me retain information and boosted my confidence when I would get all/most of the questions correct. This definitely made a different and I feel it is the reason why I passed my second attempt for the FTCE Exceptional Student Education Exam.

Overall, this is a great book, but like every test prep book, it sometimes misses the mark. The resources provided should be checked out BEFORE you take the exam, as I am sure quite a few of them expand upon topics in the book that are glossed over. Pros: * This was the only study guide I used and I passed my exam on the first try * The online practice test gives you a visual chart of your strengths and weaknesses that is color coded, which really does help you focus on what needs to be studied more in depth. Cons: * The online practice tests and the ones in the book are the same. Don't fall into the trap of believing you improved tremendously when you take both, particularly in a short window of time. Average out the scores of both practice tests to find your average and use that number. * Like many prep books, the practice tests give you a false sense of confidence because the questions are easier. Take time to research many of the glossed over ESE categories and their characteristics thoroughly. There were quite a bit of application/what should you do questions that seem to have no correct. The end result is exactly what I wanted, I received a passing score. Don't let the first few questions on the exam itself shake your confidence! I studied this guide actively for a month prior to the exam, though should have taken an additional month or so to allow for additional research and more thorough prep.

I used this study guide as my only resource for the FTCE ESE K-12 exam. I passed the first time and this study guide did a great job in helping me review for the exam. It is very well structured and easy to read. In my opinion the best way to study using this guide is by breaking it up by "skills" and use the practice tests as quizzes to review each skill. Each chapter has its own quiz as well but this helps cover the material more deeply. The skills are broken up into which questions they focus on so its a pretty structured and effective method to test what you have learned. Highly recommend this book for anyone studying to take the FTCE ESE K-12 exam.

I passed my exams on the first try. Look for key words whether the question pertain to elementary, middle, or high school.

I was disappointed with this book. The practice tests have questions on materials that were not covered at all. Some of the questions were wrong. I had to end up buying a different book

I Passed!!! Definitely with the help of this book. Now I have to take the Elementary K-6 Exam (all for sub test)