Pennsylvania Grades 4-8 Core Assessment: Mathematics and Science (5155)
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Test Length
Approximately 80 Minutes
Number of Questions
80
Format
Selected-response and numeric-entry questions; an on-screen scientific calculator is provided
Test Delivery
Computer Delivered
The purpose of the Mathematics and Science test is to assess whether the entry-level middle school teacher has the content knowledge that is important, necessary, and needed at time of entry to the profession in order to teach mathematics and science.
The mathematics section of the test reflects the Pennsylvania Academic Standards for Mathematics, the Pennsylvania Core Mathematics Standards, and The Framework for Grades 4-8 Program Guidelines for Pennsylvania. The mathematics section is also aligned to the Standards for the Preparation of Middle Level Mathematics Teachers (2020), by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) and the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).
The science section of the test reflects the Pennsylvania Academic Standards for Science and Technology and Engineering Education and the Framework for Grades 4-8 Program Guidelines for Pennsylvania. The science section is also aligned to the National Science Education Standards (NSES) and the National Science Teacher Association (NSTA) standards.
This test may contain some questions that will not count toward your score.
