Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities Exam

The PPR

What Is the PPR Exam?

During your first Internship Year teaching in the classroom, all candidates are required to take the Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities (PPR) exam in order to become fully certified and receive their Standard Certificate. This exam does not test your knowledge in a particular content area, but rather addresses the theory of various aspects of teaching and what a first-year teacher should know. While it’s important to note that the Texas Education Agency allows candidates only five attempts to pass the exam, Texas Teachers has prepared a comprehensive Test Preparation course for you to take in Canvas. Additionally, we have compiled a comprehensive list of study resources.

 

Become Eligible to Take the PPR

After you complete your Pre-Service Training and begin your Internship Year, you will receive access to your Texas Teachers PPR Review, which consists of 4 quizzes and 1 review exam. You must earn a score of 80% or higher to become eligible to take the exam.

EC-12 PPR Version (#160)

We recommend all interns take the EC-12 version (#160) of this test, because it is the easiest and most beneficial exam. The questions are more broad and general. It spans all grade levels, so it will certify you for any age group, should you ever choose to teach another grade or subject.

TIMELINE

Districts prefer you to have passed this test within 6–7 months from your start of employment to allow them to make their re-hiring decisions. Putting off this exam could jeopardize your contract renewal for the following school year. We recommend completing the online review within the first 4–5 months of teaching to ensure you stay on schedule.

ATTEMPTS

If you fail the PPR test, you will have to contact the office to regain re-approval for the exam. The PPR exam is one of the most critical parts of your certification process, and the state closely monitors each person’s score for accountability purposes. The Texas Education Agency (TEA) allows candidates 5 exam attempts. If necessary, candidates may apply for additional attempts through the TEA.

Test Day Checklist

Take a look at the following checklist prior to your exam to make sure you are prepared.

  • Print your PPR Exam admission confirmation.
  • Bring a valid ID.
  • Wear a watch to keep track of time.
  • Pack a bottle of water, a snack, and a couple of lucky pencils.
  • Testing centers can get cold. Bring a sweater!

PPR Exam Preparation Resources

The Learning Liaisons offers live Workshops and on-demand video courses for the PPR exams.  These interactive video courses give prospective teachers expert preparation. All skills tested are covered in-depth with content review, practice question analysis, and the strategies required for 1st attempt success. Please use promo code TTTX25 for an exclusive discount!

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