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Test Approval Application for the Science of Teaching Reading (#293 STR) Exam

THIS IS ONLY FOR EC-6 ESL, EC-6 Bilingual, 4-8 ELAR, 4-8 ELAR/SS, 4-8 Generalist, and Special Education certification students.

Please complete the form below to apply for test approval to take your Science of Teaching Reading (STR) exam.

You will be required to upload proof of a passing score 80% or score of 240 or higher from a digital online practice test for your designated exams. (ex. 240 Tutoring, Certify Teacher, Passage Preparations, etc.)

*Please ensure your evidence clearly shows: the title of the practice exam, your passing score, and your name or identifying information if possible.

First Name:

Last Name:

Texas State ID (A0 number):

TEA ID Number:

Texas State Email Address:

Permanent Email Address (other than TXST email):

What teacher certification level are you pursuing?

Upload proof of a passing (at least 80% or score of 240) practice STR exam- pdf, screenshot, or picture of the score report.

*Please ensure your evidence clearly shows: the title of the practice exam, your passing score, and your name or identifying information if possible.

Did you submit an application for clinical experience for the Fall 2025 semester?

Yes
No

Rate the listed factors that would prevent you from taking your certification exams: (rate number 1 as the highest ranked factor through number 10 as your lowest ranked factor by dragging them over to the box on the right)

Drag and drop items into groups. Within each group, rank items by dragging and dropping them into place.

Items

I have test anxiety.
I don't feel prepared.
I can't afford the tests.
I need testing accommodations.
I don't have time to study.
I don't know where to access the practice test materials.
I don't know how to prepare for the test.
I am confused about the testing expectations/process at Texas State.
I am confused about the process of signing up with TEA/Pearson to take the test.
I don't believe certification is necessary for my future plans.

Factors in order from highest to lowest

Rate the listed factors that would positively impact your certification scores: (rate number 1 as the highest ranked factor through number 5 as your lowest ranked factor by dragging them over to the box on the right)

Drag and drop items into groups. Within each group, rank items by dragging and dropping them into place.

Items

Taking more practice exams.
Collaborative study sessions.
Additional student teaching field experiences.
Learning more about the exams in my education courses.
Support from my cooperative teacher/mentor/coach.