FTCE 60 Sec Review: What are primary and secondary sources? #ftce #readingstrategies

Summary

In this episode of FTCE Seminar, host Mercedes Musto discusses the FTCE general knowledge reading subtest, focusing on evaluating content presented in different formats. The conversation covers the definitions and examples of primary and secondary sources, emphasizing their importance in understanding and analyzing information. The episode encourages listeners to start studying for the teacher certification exam and provides resources for further practice.

Keywords

FTCE, teacher certification, general knowledge, reading subtest, primary sources, secondary sources, content evaluation, educational resources

FTCE 60 Sec Review: How to Determine the Author's Purpose #ftce #readingstrategies

This episode is a 60 second review for the FTCE General Knowledge Reading Subtest, focusing on the analysis of the author's purpose. SummaryIn this episode of FTCE Seminar, host Mercedes Musto discusses the author's purpose in texts, outlining five common reasons authors write: to inform, entertain, persuade, explain, and describe. The episode emphasizes the importance of these skills for passing the reading portion of the general knowledge test and encourages listeners to start studying effectively.

Keywords

FTCE, General Knowledge, Reading Subtest, analyzing texts, modes of writing, genres, author's craft, teacher certification, teacher certification, author's purpose, reading strategies, general knowledge test

FTCE 60 Sec Review: How to Analyze Multiple Texts #ftce #readingstrategies

Summary

This episode is a 60 second review for the FTCE General Knowledge Reading Subtest, focusing on the analysis of multiple texts. Listeners are encouraged to apply these skills to compare and contrast passages effectively, enhancing their reading comprehension and preparation for the certification exam.

Keywords

FTCE, General Knowledge, Reading Subtest, analyzing texts, modes of writing, genres, author's craft, teacher certification