NYSTCE: The New York State Teacher Certification Examination » (Third)

 
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NYSTCE LAST, AST-W, ATS-P
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CONTENTS

Chapter 1
Passing the LAST/ATS-W About this Book About the Test Who Takes the Test and What Is It Used For?
Who Administers the Test?
When and Where Is the Test Given?
Is There a Registration Fee?
The NYSTCE Program Format of the LAST Format of the ATS-W Format of the ATS-P Scoring the NYSTCE How Do I Score My Practice Test?
When Will I Receive My Score Report?
Studying for the LAST/ATS-W How to Use this Book When Should I Start Studying?
About the Review Sections LAST/ATS-W Test-Taking Tips The Day of the Test LAST/ATS-W Independent Study Schedule

Chapter 2
Science and Mathematics Review Arithmetic Integers Prime and Composite Numbers Arithmetic Operations and Integers Powers and Roots of Whole Numbers Common Fractions Decimal Fractions Percent Elementary Statistics Algebra Algebraic Expressions Simplifying Algebraic Expressions Factoring Algebraic Expressions Solving Linear Equations Solving Inequalities Evaluating Formulas Algebra Word Problems Geometry Perimeter and Area Perimeter of Rectangles, Squares, and Triangles Area of Rectangles, Squares, and Triangles Circumference and Area of Circles Volume of Cubes and Rectangular Solids Angle Measure Properties of Triangles Properties of Parallel and Perpendicular Lines General Science Life Science Biology Ecology Human Health Physical Science Measurement Chemistry Physics Earth Science Astronomy Geology Meteorology Oceanography

Chapter 3
Historical and Social Scientific Awareness Review World History Ancient and Medieval Times European History High Middle Ages Late Middle Ages and the Renaissance Revolution and the New World Order Realism and Materialism World War I and Europe in Crisis World War II The Cold War Change in Western Europe United States History The Colonial Period The American Revolution The Creation of New Governments The New Nation Sectional Conflict and the Causes of the Civil War Civil War and Reconstruction Industrialism, War, and the Progressive Era World War I The Roaring Twenties The Great Depression and the New Deal World War II The Post-War Era The New Frontier, Vietnam, and Social Upheaval Watergate, Carter, and the New Conservatism Road to the Twenty-First Century Terrorism Hits Home Presidents of the United States Political Science United States Government Types of Government Economics Fundamentals of Economics

Chapter 4
Artistic Expression and the Humanities Review Aesthetic Perception and Creative Expression Visual and Performing Arts Historical Survey Prose Poetry Literary Terms

Chapter 5
Communication Skills Review A Four-Step Approach Step : Preview Step : Read Actively Step : Review the Passage Step : Answer the Questions Vocabulary Enhancer Similar Forms and Sounds Multiple Meanings Vocabulary Builder

Chapter 6
Writing Skills Review Grammar and Usage Sentence Structure Skills Verbs Pronouns Adjectives and Adverbs Punctuation Capitalization Spelling Written Composition Pre-Writing/Planning Writing Your Essay Effective Use of Language

Chapter 7
Knowledge of the Learner Student Development and Maturation Theories of Cognitive Development Identity Achievement and Diffusion MaslowÕs Hierarchy of Needs Nature and Nurture Diversity in the Classroom Environmental Factors Emotional Factors Learning Styles Understanding Learners Metacognition Instructional Style Assessment Study Strategies Motivating Students Jointly Constructed Meaning References

Chapter 8
Instructional Planning, Delivery, and Assessment Outcome-Oriented Learning Sources of Data Planning Processes Self-Directed Learning Collaborative Learning Thematic Curriculum Principles of Verbal Communication Nonverbal Communication Questioning The Six Levels of Taxonomy Classroom Climate Methods of Enhancement Deductive Strategies Inductive Strategies Discussion Strategies Comparison/Contrast Teacher and Student Roles Curriculum Planning Planning for Resources Print Resources Visual Materials Videodisk and Interactive Video Computer Software Tools Computer-Assisted Instruction Manipulatives and Labs Human Resources Selection and Evaluation Criteria Purposes of Assessment Teacher-Made Tests Authentic Assessments Self and Peer Assessment Standardized Testing Performance-Based Assessment Physical Environment Social and Emotional Climate Routines and Transitions Academic Learning Time Classroom Discipline Correcting StudentsÊ
Student Ownership Collaboration

Chapter 9
The Professional Environment The TeacherÕs Personal Traits Team Responsibilities in Teaching Teaming Assignments Professional Growth Developing a Positive Relationship with Parents Early Parent/Teacher Communication Responding to Nonresponsive Parents Learning about the Community Utilizing Strengths of the Community Coping with Problems in the Community The Teacher as a Curriculum Worker The Teacher as a Specialist The Teacher and Values in the Classroom The Teacher as a Leader The Teacher and Legal Issues

Chapter 10
Assessment of Teaching Skills-Performance (ATS-P)
Introduction Requirements of the ATS-P Videotape Requirements Camera Setup Instructional Preparation Making the Recording Review of the Recording Scoring the Recording LAST Practice Test Answer Key Detailed Explanations of Answers ATS-W Elementary Practice Test Answer Key Detailed Explanations of Answers ATS-W Secondary Practice test Answer Key Detailed Explanations of Answers Answer Sheets