WEST-E Special Education Study Guide
What comes with Cirrus Test Prep’s WEST-E Special Education Study Guide?
You probably think this is a typical study guide. However, Cirrus Test Prep’s unofficial WEST-E Special Education Study Guide: Test Prep and Practice Questions for the WEST-E Special Education 070 Exam isn't like other study guides. Because we know you value your time, our unofficial study guide includes a quick yet full review of everything on the test with real examples, graphics, and information. Cirrus Test Prep’s NEW WEST-E Special Education Study Guide gives you the edge you need to score higher and pass the first time.
Best of all, Cirrus Test Prep’s WEST-E Special Education Study Guide offers you:
A full review of what you need to know for the WEST-E exam
WEST-E practice questions for you to practice and improve and worked through practice problems with explanations
Test tips and strategies to help you score higher
Real world examples
Our WEST-E prep book covers all the material that will be on your exam, including:
Assessment
Transition
Professional Responsibilities
Student Growth and Development
Disability Categories
Planning and the Learning Environment
Instruction
… and also comes with a FULL WEST-E practice test, so that you will be ready on test day.
But before you buy WEST-E Special Education Study Guide, you may find yourself wondering, what is the WEST-E? What is on the WEST-E? How is the WEST-E scored? How is the WEST-E administered? We are the WEST-E experts, and we are happy to answer all your questions below!
Some Frequently Asked Questions about the WEST-E…
What is the WEST-E?
The WEST-E: Special Education (070) exam is a part of teaching licensure in Washington State. WEST-E scores are used to complete a state application for teacher certification. The assessment ensures that the examinee has the skills and knowledge necessary to become a special education teacher in Washington State public schools.
What is on the WEST-E?
The WEST-E (070) is a multiple-choice test designed to assess whether you possess the knowledge and skills necessary to become a special education teacher in Washington State. The test consists of approximately 110 multiple-choice questions taken within a two-hour-and-fifteen-minute time frame. Areas of study include:
Understanding Students with Disabilities: 25% of test
Assessment and Program Development: 25% of test
Promoting Development and Learning: 25% of test
Foundations and Professional Practice: 25% of test
TOTAL: 110 questions; 2 hours and 15 minutes
How is the WEST-E scored?
On the WEST-E, the number of questions you answer correctly is used to create your raw score for that test. Scores are scaled to a number in the range of 100 – 300, a passing score being 240. The score shows your performance on the test as a whole and is scaled to allow comparison across various versions of the test. Your score report will also indicate a performance index giving you a general idea of how you performed on each subarea.
There is no penalty for guessing on the WEST-E, so be sure to eliminate answer choices and answer every question. If you still don’t know the answer, guess; you may get it right! Keep in mind that some multiple-choice questions are experimental questions for the purpose of the WEST-E test makers and will not count toward your overall score. However, since those questions are not indicated on the test, you must respond to every question.
How is the WEST-E administered?
The WEST-E is a computer-administered test. The WEST-E website allows you to take practice tests to acclimate yourself to the computerized format. The WEST-E is available at testing centers across the nation. To find a testing center near you, go to the testing center’s website.
Why should I use Cirrus Test Prep’s WEST-E study material?
Developed by experienced current and former educators, Cirrus Test Prep’s study materials help future educators gain the skills and knowledge needed to successfully pass their state-level teacher certification exams and enter the classroom. Each Cirrus Test Prep study guide includes: a detailed summary of the test’s format, content, and scoring; an overview of the content knowledge required to pass the exam; worked-through sample questions with answers and explanations; full-length practice tests including answer explanations; and unique test-taking strategies with highlighted key concepts. Cirrus Test Prep’s study materials ensure that new educators feel prepared on test day and beyond.
Where can I buy WEST-E Special Education Study Guide?
You can find WEST-E Special Education Study Guide for purchase on Amazon and Barnes and Noble. Just click the link next to our book, the image of our book itself, or the links we provided in the sentence above!
Pearson Education, Inc. was not involved in the creation or production of this product, is not in any way affiliated with Cirrus Test Prep, and does not sponsor or endorse this product.
To help you prepare for your WEST-E test, we have developed a list of 30 test-taking tips that have been shown to be very helpful for students of all ages and backgrounds when taking standardized tests. They cover everything. from what to do the night before the big day, to what to eat for breakfast, to thoughts on how to handle your caffeine to tips you can use during the actual exam.