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FTCE Pilot Testing
The Evaluation Systems group of Pearson is seeking candidates who meet the qualifications indicated below to participate in a pilot test of items that may appear on future Florida Teacher Certification Examinations (FTCE) test forms. Pilot test participants will receive incentives upon verification of participation.
Advantages of Participating
- For each test form completed, participants will receive a $75 check (mailed to the address provided).
- Respond to items that may appear on future versions of the test forms.
- Gain practical testing experience.
Examinees will receive compensation upon verification of satisfactory participation (defined as a completed test form with at least 25% of items answered correctly or, for a written assignment, a response that is scorable and of appropriate length). Examinees will be required to complete a W-9 form prior to receiving compensation, are responsible for any applicable taxes, and should allow 10–12 weeks for processing after the pilot testing period ends.
Who Is Eligible To Participate?
- A junior, senior, or graduate student currently enrolled in an educator preparation program and/or preparing for educator certification/licensure in one of these areas
- Examinees who have taken an FTCE exam in one of these pilot test fields within the last 3 years
- Recently certified educators or degree holders (0–2 years)
Note: College and university faculty are NOT eligible to participate in the pilot test.
Test Information
| Pilot Test Field | Registration Code to Use for Scheduling | Number of Questions/Written Assignments | Total Session Time (including tutorial, testing time, and survey) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chemistry |
PTFL003 |
Approximately 70 multiple-choice questions |
2.75 hours |
| Earth Space Science |
PTFL008 |
Approximately 80 multiple-choice questions |
2.75 hours |
| English 6–12 |
PTFL113 |
2 written performance assignments |
2.5 hours |
| Middle Grades English 5–9 |
PTFL114 |
2 written performance assignments |
2.5 hours |
| Physics |
PTFL032 |
Approximately 70 multiple-choice questions | 2.75 hours |
Eligible candidates may register for up to two sessions in a single pilot test field. The second registration can only be scheduled after the first pilot test session is completed. (Consecutive pilot test appointments are not available.)
Because information from the pilot test will only be used to evaluate the test items, score information will not be provided. Pilot test results will be analyzed as group data only and will be kept confidential. No information that could identify a particular individual will be released.
Scheduling Information
Pilot testing begins May 9, 2024. Registration will open on April 29, 2024.
After you schedule a pilot test appointment, Pearson VUE will email you a confirmation listing your test date and testing time, the address and phone number of your test center, and directions to the test center. If you are unable to keep the appointment, please cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled test time. For more information about participating in the pilot test, please contact the FTCE program at ESFTCE@pearson.com.
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