MTEL English as a Second Language Exam Study Guide


MTEL English as a Second Language Exam is conducted by Massachusetts Department of elementary and secondary Education to give certification to the eligible candidates. Candidate needs to pass MTEL English as a Second Language Exam to practice as an Educator in Massachusetts State.

Score of MTEL English as a Second Language Exam is valid for lifetime. Hence candidate should study well to get good marks in the first attempt itself. If the candidate falls short of the marks in the exam then he/she is liable to appear again after the period of 60 days.

Massachusetts Tests for Educators Licensure is available on paper and on computer. Candidate can choose either of the option for giving the exam. Candidate can get register for the exam through internet, mail or through telephone. However the telephonic service is limited to specific time and date. Candidate can get regular updates from the education board regarding the exam and result on his own log in account.

Eligibility for MTEL English as a Second Language Exam


To appear for MTEL English as a Second Language Exam, candidate needs to meet following eligibility criteria:-

  • Candidate should have bachelor degree from the state approved college
  • Candidate should have certification from the state approved college

Format of MTEL English as a Second Language Exam


MTEL English as a Second Language Exam includes objective and subjective questions. There are 100 multiple choice questions and 4 constructive response queries. Candidate needs to attempt subjective questions with full fluency and should demonstrate his practical capabilities in the subject.

Scoring of MTEL English as a Second Language Exam is done on the scale of 300, out of which 240 are the minimum marks required to get the certification.

Syllabus of MTEL English as a Second Language Exam


Syllabus of MTEL English as a Second Language Exam include following topics:-

  • Listening Capabilities in English Language 10%
  • Fundamentals of learning English as a Second Language 25%
  • Writing Content in Second Language 45 %

20% emphasis is given to oral proficiency of the candidate in English Language. Subjective questions are framed from above topics. Candidate should study these topics well to get good marks in MTEL English as a Second Language Exam.

Study Guide And Test Preparation For MTEL English as a Second Language Exam


MTEL English as a Second Language Exam Study Guide

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