Step 6: Study for Exams
Testing (Certification Exams)
Step 6: Study for Exams
The Office of Educator Preparation recommends the Preparation Manuals from the state-approved testing vendor. All other resources listed on this page are for your general information. Choose resources that fit your specific test preparation needs.
State-Approved Testing Vendor: Preparation Manuals
Practice Exams
- NEW! STR Exam TEA Resource page
- Certify Teacher discount available for TXST students and alumni. Contact the Office of Educator Preparation.
- Principal 268 Interactive Practice Exam
- Research and Education Association (REA)
- T-CERT Module
- Test Prep Center at Texas Woman's University (located in Denton, TX)
- NEW! Passage Preparation - Affordable Certification Exam Study Materials
- 240 Tutoring
- Science of Teaching Reading (293)- Preparation Material
Tutoring and Community Resources
- Collaborative Learning Center (On Campus)
- Tutoring (On Campus)
- EZ TExES Tutoring Services (Tutoring)
- Online Study Community (FREE)
- Pass The TExES (Online, Phone, and In-Person Tutoring)
Study Skills and Test Anxiety
Supplemental Resources
- Alkek Library (FREE) Tip: Search catalog for "TExES"
- Khan Academy (FREE)
- Mometrix
- Quizes for 4-8 Math (FREE)
- STAAR Released Test Questions (FREE)
- Study.com
- TExES Music Prep (for MUSIC STUDENTS)
- TExES Practice (FREE quiz)
- TExES Secrets Study Guide
- TExES Flashcard Study System
- Ultimate Guide to the Core Subjects EC-6
K-12 Text Books
Visit the TEA website, scroll down to "Most Popular Links," click on "Currently Adopted Instructional Materials," and download PDF of K-12 text books. Search for books related to your certification area and, if available, borrow from Alkek Library or purchase through a third party.
AAFCS
Visit the AAFCS Credentialing Center for Family Consumer Science Composite, Hospitality, Nutrition, and Food Science, Human Development and Family Studies.