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The current exam is a Computer-based test (CBT) with the following structure. The MTEL General Curriculum test comprises separately administered and scored multi-subject and mathematics subtests and is designed to assess the candidate's knowledge of the elementary subject matter required for a Massachusetts Elementary educator license and other licenses as defined in the educator licensure regulations.
- Mathematics subtest: 45 multiple-choice questions and 1 open-response assignment
- Multi-subject subtest: 55 multiple-choice questions and 1 open-response assignment
Note that the state of Massachusetts is considering retiring this exam in early 2023.
The Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure (MTEL) program includes a Communication and Literacy Skills test, PreKindergarten to grade 12 subject-matter tests, a Vocational Technical Literacy Skills Test, and an Adult Basic Education test. See www.mtel.nesinc.com for a complete list of MTEL tests currently offered. Information on what tests must be taken may be obtained from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education's website, www.doe.mass.edu/mtel/.
These subject matter tests include 100 multiple-choice items and two open-response items requiring candidates to spend about 20–30 minutes each to prepare an adequate response. The multiple-choice section accounts for 80 percent and the open-response section counts for 20 percent of the candidate's total test score.
