SECTION 4 - Sample Test Questions for CTEL 2: Assessment and Instruction

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CTEL 2: Assessment and Instruction section sample test questions for CTEL Examination Study Guide. It explains the exam’s three subtests with separate scoring, outlines subtest domain structure for assessment, English language development, and content instruction, and provides sample multiple-choice directions plus examples with annotated responses. The material also covers written assignment guidance, including restrictions on calculators and reference materials, and demonstrates how classroom assessment informs instructional planning for ELD programs.

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CTEL Examination Study Guide: CTEL 2

Subtest Structure and Scoring

Sample Test Directions (Multiple-Choice and Written Assignment)

Sample Multiple-Choice Questions

SECTION 4 SAMPLE TEST QUESTIONS FOR CTEL 2: ASSESSMENT AND INSTRUCTION The CTEL Examination consists of three separate subtests, each composed of both multiple-choice and constructed-response questions. Each subtest is scored separately. This section of the CTEL Examination Study Guide provides information about CTEL 2: Assessment and Instruction, including a description of the test structure, sample test directions, sample multiple-choice questions and annotated responses, and sample constructed-response questions with sample responsesand scoring information. CTEL 2: Assessment and Instruction Subtest Structure | Domain | Number of
Multiple
Choice
Questions | Number of
Constructed
Response
Questions | | --- | --- | --- | | 1. Assessment of English Learners | 15 | 1* | | Competencies
1 Principles of Standards-Based Assessment and Instruction 2 Role, Purposes, and Types of Assessment
3 Language and Content-Area Assessment | | | | 2. Foundations of English Language/Literacy Development and Content Instruction | 25 | 1 | | Competencies
4 Foundations of Programs for English Learners
5 Foundations of English Language Literacy
6 Instructional Planning and Organization for ELD and SDAIE
7 Components of Effective Instructional Delivery in ELD and SDAIE 8 Effective Resource Use in ELD and SDAIE | | | | 3. Approaches and Methods for ELD and Content Instruction | 20 | * | | Competencies
9 ELD—Approaches and Methods
10 ELD—Listening and Speaking
11 ELD—Reading and Writing
12 Specially Designed Academic Instruction in English (SDAIE) | | | | Subtest Total: | 60 | 2 | *One constructed-response question assesses both domains 1 and 3. Sample Test Directions for the Multiple-Choice Questions GENERAL DIRECTIONS This test contains two sections: (1) a multiple-choice section and (2) a written assignment section. Each question in the first section of this test is a multiple-choice question with four answer choices. Read each question and answer choice carefully and choose the ONE best answer. You should answer all questions. Even if you are unsure of an answer, it is better to guess than not to answer a question at all. You will not be penalized for guessing. The directions for the written assignment section appear before that section. You may work on the multiple-choice section and the written assignment section in any order that you choose. Be sure to allocate your time carefully, so you are able to complete the entire test within the testing session. You may go back and review your answers at any time during the testing session. You may NOT use any type of calculator or reference materials during the testing session. Select the Next button to continue. Sample Multiple-Choice Questions 1. A second-grade teacher plans to include the following activities in a lesson addressing the California English Language Arts standard related to writing brief narratives that describe an experience. • Read aloud a picture book about a family celebration. • Lead a class discussion, in which students talk about the story and relate a personal experience about a special family celebration or event. • Using the writing process, have students compose a short narrative about their own family celebration or event. Which of the following would be the most appropriate strategy for differentiating this lesson for early-advanced-level English learners in the class? A. Provide the English learners with guiding questions to help them construct their narratives. B. Ask the English learners to draw pictures illustrating their experience instead of writing about it. C. Have the English learners practice recounting a personal experience toa partner, and then retell the story to the whole class. D. Have the English learners reread the picture book independently and allow them to copy the text for their narratives. 2. Which of the following describes the primary role of clas

FAQs

How is the CTEL Examination structured for CTEL 2: Assessment and Instruction?

The examination includes three separate subtests, each containing multiple-choice and constructed-response questions. Each subtest is scored separately.

What are the general directions for the multiple-choice section?

Each multiple-choice question has four answer choices, and test takers should choose the ONE best answer. All questions should be answered, and guessing is allowed without penalty.

What test-taking restrictions are mentioned for the testing session?

Test takers may not use any type of calculator or reference materials during the testing session.

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