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Hello:

You are invited to participate in our survey about your experience with the Florida Teacher Certification Examinations (FTCE)- General Knowledge. In this survey, you will be asked to complete a survey that asks questions about your experience preparing for and taking the FTCE Mathematics subject. It will take approximately 10 to 15 minutes to complete the questionnaire.

Your participation in this survey is completely voluntary. There are no foreseeable risks associated with this project. However, if you feel uncomfortable answering any questions, you can withdraw from the survey at any point. It is very important for us to learn your opinions. Your participation in this survey will be used to strengthen learning experiences and improve instructional materials for future graduate students.

Your survey responses will be strictly confidential and data from this research will be reported only in the aggregate. Your information will be coded and will remain confidential. If you have questions at any time about the survey or the procedures, you may contact Shima Bazazzadeh at (917) 828-0973 or by email at the email address specified below. Please note: You will not receive a response from this survey. For assistance with any issues pertaining to the test itself (e.g., test site problems), please contact the FTCE Customer Service line at (866) 613-3281.

Thank you very much for your time and support! Please start with the survey now by clicking on the Continue button below.


 
 
 
 
Did any of the following people help you prepare for the test? (Select all that apply)
 
No one helped me
 
A counselor
 
A teacher
 
A parent
 
A sibling
 
A friend
 
Other
 
 
 
 
* When did you take the FTCE General Knowledge Mathematics subtest examination (include all dates)?
   
 
 
 
* How did you prepare for the FTCE Mathematics subtest (Select all that apply)?
 
Read the FTCE test information guide and sample questions online
 
Worked through an actual Math subtest.
 
Used a general math textbook.
 
Read a test preparation book (e.g., Barron's, Peterson's, Kaplan's)
 
Took a test preparation course.
 
Internet sources
 
Tutor/study coach
 
No preparation
 
Other
 

 
 
 
* On average, about how many hours per week did you spend studying for the Mathematics test before your most recent examination?
 
0
 
1-5
 
6-10
 
11-20
 
More than 20
 
Other
 
 
 
Compared with other students majoring in the same field, indicate how you would rate yourself on each item below:
Well Above Average Somewhat Above Average About Average Somewhat Below Average Well Below Average
* Math skills
* Study skills
* Reading skills
* Test-taking skills
* Ability to think through problems
* Speed in solving math problems
* Ability to manage time
 
 
 
Please identify the things you would change to give individual students the best opportunity to maximize their learning.