FTCE Professional Education Practice Exam

What does testing for mastery allow students to do?

1. Retake only the entire exam

2. Retest on a skill until mastery is demonstrated

3. Take a different assessment each time

4. Only attempt the assessment once

The correct answer is: Retest on a skill until mastery is demonstrated

Testing for mastery enables students to retest on a specific skill until they demonstrate a significant level of understanding or proficiency in that area. This approach emphasizes the importance of mastery learning, which is a pedagogical strategy that ensures students achieve a deep comprehension of concepts before advancing. When students are given the opportunity to retest on a skill, they can engage in additional study, practice, and reflection, leading to an improved grasp of the material. This method supports differentiated learning and acknowledges that students may require different amounts of time and approaches to reach mastery. It creates a supportive learning environment where failure is viewed as a step toward success, rather than a final outcome, thus promoting resilience and growth in learners.