\nMTEL Flashcards<\/a>\n<\/div>\n
<\/span>MTEL General Curriculum Exam Outline<\/h2>\nThe MTEL General Curriculum exam is split into two subtests and contains 120 multiple-choice questions and two open-response questions. You will be given a time limit of 4 hours.<\/p>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\n<\/span>Subtest 1: Language Arts and History\/Social Science (61 questions)<\/h3>\nThe questions in this subarea cover the following areas:<\/p>\n
\n- Language arts (30%)<\/li>\n
- History\/social science (60%)<\/li>\n
- Integration of knowledge and understanding (10%)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/span>Subtest 2: Mathematics, Science, and Technology\/Engineering (61 questions)<\/h3>\nThe questions in this subarea cover the following areas:<\/p>\n
\n- Mathematics (48%)<\/li>\n
- Science and technology\/engineering (42%)<\/li>\n
- Integration of knowledge and understanding (10%)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t
Check Out Mometrix's MTEL General Curriculum Study Guide<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t
Get practice questions, video tutorials, and detailed study lessons<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\tGet Your Study Guide<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t![\"](\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/mtelgencurr78.jpg\")
\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/span> Registration<\/h2>\nTo register for the exam, you must create an online NES account via their website. Once your account has been created, you can use it to register for the exam and schedule an exam date. When you register, you will need to pay the $139 examination fee.<\/p>\n
<\/span>How to Study<\/h2>\nThink you aren\u2019t a good test-taker? Maybe on a study-time crunch? Or just don\u2019t know how to begin studying? Mometrix has designed a new Study Secrets course to help every student, no matter what study scenario you are in. Here\u2019s what you\u2019ll find in the Study Secrets Course:<\/p>\n
\n- Techniques to Conquer Procrastination<\/li>\n
- Steps to building a Study Plan custom to your learning style<\/li>\n
- 7 Effective Note-Taking Methods<\/li>\n
- Test-Taking Tips<\/li>\n
- Memory Techniques and Mnemonics<\/li>\n
- And much more!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Everyone learns differently, so we\u2019ve tailored our Study Secrets Course to ensure every learner has what they need to prepare for their upcoming exam or semester. Click below to check it out!<\/p>\n
Study Secrets Online Course<\/a><\/div>\n<\/span>Test Day<\/h2>\nOn testing day, you should arrive at the testing center 30 minutes early to allow time for the check-in process. Upon arrival, you will be asked to sign in and provide at least one form of valid photo ID.<\/p>\n
After the check-in process is complete, you will be asked to leave all personal items (cell phone, keys, wallet, etc.) in a locker outside the testing area.<\/p>\n
Once you enter the testing room, you will be given a brief tutorial on the computer-adaptive testing system before the exam begins.<\/p>\n
<\/span>How the Exam is Scored<\/h2>\nYour MTEL score is determined by using a scaled scoring method, which means your final score is placed on a scale of 100-300.<\/p>\n
To pass the exam, you must achieve a minimum scaled score of 240 on each subtest.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tCheck Out Mometrix's MTEL General Curriculum Flashcards<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t
Get complex subjects broken down into easily understandable concepts<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\tGet Your Flashcards<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t![\"](\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/mtelgencurr78flash.jpg\")
\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/span>FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\nQ<\/h4>\n
How many questions are on the MTEL General Curriculum exam?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\nA<\/h4>\n
There are 120 questions on the exam.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\n\nQ<\/h4>\n
How long is the MTEL General Curriculum exam?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\nA<\/h4>\n
The time limit for the exam is 4 hours.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\n\nQ<\/h4>\n
What is the passing score for the MTEL General Curriculum exam?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\nA<\/h4>\n
To pass the exam, you must achieve a scaled score of at least 240 on each subtest.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\n\nQ<\/h4>\n
How much does the MTEL General Curriculum exam cost?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\nA<\/h4>\n
The full examination fee is $139.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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By Eric Richter<\/span><\/p>Eric is the Product Development Manager responsible for developing and updating the Mometrix Teacher Certification and K-12 products. Eric has a bachelor\u2019s degree in Sociology and a master\u2019s of education in Teaching ESOL.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
![\"Aaron](\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/image_2024-12-11_124906662.png\")
<\/a><\/p>\n<\/span>Subtest 1: Language Arts and History\/Social Science (61 questions)<\/h3>\nThe questions in this subarea cover the following areas:<\/p>\n
\n- Language arts (30%)<\/li>\n
- History\/social science (60%)<\/li>\n
- Integration of knowledge and understanding (10%)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/span>Subtest 2: Mathematics, Science, and Technology\/Engineering (61 questions)<\/h3>\nThe questions in this subarea cover the following areas:<\/p>\n
\n- Mathematics (48%)<\/li>\n
- Science and technology\/engineering (42%)<\/li>\n
- Integration of knowledge and understanding (10%)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t
Check Out Mometrix's MTEL General Curriculum Study Guide<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t
Get practice questions, video tutorials, and detailed study lessons<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\tGet Your Study Guide<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/span> Registration<\/h2>\nTo register for the exam, you must create an online NES account via their website. Once your account has been created, you can use it to register for the exam and schedule an exam date. When you register, you will need to pay the $139 examination fee.<\/p>\n
<\/span>How to Study<\/h2>\nThink you aren\u2019t a good test-taker? Maybe on a study-time crunch? Or just don\u2019t know how to begin studying? Mometrix has designed a new Study Secrets course to help every student, no matter what study scenario you are in. Here\u2019s what you\u2019ll find in the Study Secrets Course:<\/p>\n
\n- Techniques to Conquer Procrastination<\/li>\n
- Steps to building a Study Plan custom to your learning style<\/li>\n
- 7 Effective Note-Taking Methods<\/li>\n
- Test-Taking Tips<\/li>\n
- Memory Techniques and Mnemonics<\/li>\n
- And much more!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Everyone learns differently, so we\u2019ve tailored our Study Secrets Course to ensure every learner has what they need to prepare for their upcoming exam or semester. Click below to check it out!<\/p>\n
Study Secrets Online Course<\/a><\/div>\n<\/span>Test Day<\/h2>\nOn testing day, you should arrive at the testing center 30 minutes early to allow time for the check-in process. Upon arrival, you will be asked to sign in and provide at least one form of valid photo ID.<\/p>\n
After the check-in process is complete, you will be asked to leave all personal items (cell phone, keys, wallet, etc.) in a locker outside the testing area.<\/p>\n
Once you enter the testing room, you will be given a brief tutorial on the computer-adaptive testing system before the exam begins.<\/p>\n
<\/span>How the Exam is Scored<\/h2>\nYour MTEL score is determined by using a scaled scoring method, which means your final score is placed on a scale of 100-300.<\/p>\n
To pass the exam, you must achieve a minimum scaled score of 240 on each subtest.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tCheck Out Mometrix's MTEL General Curriculum Flashcards<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t
Get complex subjects broken down into easily understandable concepts<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\tGet Your Flashcards<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/span>FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\nQ<\/h4>\n
How many questions are on the MTEL General Curriculum exam?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\nA<\/h4>\n
There are 120 questions on the exam.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\n\nQ<\/h4>\n
How long is the MTEL General Curriculum exam?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\nA<\/h4>\n
The time limit for the exam is 4 hours.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\n\nQ<\/h4>\n
What is the passing score for the MTEL General Curriculum exam?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\nA<\/h4>\n
To pass the exam, you must achieve a scaled score of at least 240 on each subtest.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\n\nQ<\/h4>\n
How much does the MTEL General Curriculum exam cost?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\nA<\/h4>\n
The full examination fee is $139.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
By Eric Richter<\/span><\/p>Eric is the Product Development Manager responsible for developing and updating the Mometrix Teacher Certification and K-12 products. Eric has a bachelor\u2019s degree in Sociology and a master\u2019s of education in Teaching ESOL.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/span>Subtest 2: Mathematics, Science, and Technology\/Engineering (61 questions)<\/h3>\nThe questions in this subarea cover the following areas:<\/p>\n
\n- Mathematics (48%)<\/li>\n
- Science and technology\/engineering (42%)<\/li>\n
- Integration of knowledge and understanding (10%)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t
Check Out Mometrix's MTEL General Curriculum Study Guide<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t
Get practice questions, video tutorials, and detailed study lessons<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\tGet Your Study Guide<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/span> Registration<\/h2>\nTo register for the exam, you must create an online NES account via their website. Once your account has been created, you can use it to register for the exam and schedule an exam date. When you register, you will need to pay the $139 examination fee.<\/p>\n
<\/span>How to Study<\/h2>\nThink you aren\u2019t a good test-taker? Maybe on a study-time crunch? Or just don\u2019t know how to begin studying? Mometrix has designed a new Study Secrets course to help every student, no matter what study scenario you are in. Here\u2019s what you\u2019ll find in the Study Secrets Course:<\/p>\n
\n- Techniques to Conquer Procrastination<\/li>\n
- Steps to building a Study Plan custom to your learning style<\/li>\n
- 7 Effective Note-Taking Methods<\/li>\n
- Test-Taking Tips<\/li>\n
- Memory Techniques and Mnemonics<\/li>\n
- And much more!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Everyone learns differently, so we\u2019ve tailored our Study Secrets Course to ensure every learner has what they need to prepare for their upcoming exam or semester. Click below to check it out!<\/p>\n
Study Secrets Online Course<\/a><\/div>\n<\/span>Test Day<\/h2>\nOn testing day, you should arrive at the testing center 30 minutes early to allow time for the check-in process. Upon arrival, you will be asked to sign in and provide at least one form of valid photo ID.<\/p>\n
After the check-in process is complete, you will be asked to leave all personal items (cell phone, keys, wallet, etc.) in a locker outside the testing area.<\/p>\n
Once you enter the testing room, you will be given a brief tutorial on the computer-adaptive testing system before the exam begins.<\/p>\n
<\/span>How the Exam is Scored<\/h2>\nYour MTEL score is determined by using a scaled scoring method, which means your final score is placed on a scale of 100-300.<\/p>\n
To pass the exam, you must achieve a minimum scaled score of 240 on each subtest.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tCheck Out Mometrix's MTEL General Curriculum Flashcards<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t
Get complex subjects broken down into easily understandable concepts<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\tGet Your Flashcards<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/span>FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\nQ<\/h4>\n
How many questions are on the MTEL General Curriculum exam?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\nA<\/h4>\n
There are 120 questions on the exam.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\n\nQ<\/h4>\n
How long is the MTEL General Curriculum exam?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\nA<\/h4>\n
The time limit for the exam is 4 hours.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\n\nQ<\/h4>\n
What is the passing score for the MTEL General Curriculum exam?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\nA<\/h4>\n
To pass the exam, you must achieve a scaled score of at least 240 on each subtest.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\n\nQ<\/h4>\n
How much does the MTEL General Curriculum exam cost?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\nA<\/h4>\n
The full examination fee is $139.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
By Eric Richter<\/span><\/p>Eric is the Product Development Manager responsible for developing and updating the Mometrix Teacher Certification and K-12 products. Eric has a bachelor\u2019s degree in Sociology and a master\u2019s of education in Teaching ESOL.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Check Out Mometrix's MTEL General Curriculum Study Guide<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t
Get practice questions, video tutorials, and detailed study lessons<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\tGet Your Study Guide<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t To register for the exam, you must create an online NES account via their website. Once your account has been created, you can use it to register for the exam and schedule an exam date. When you register, you will need to pay the $139 examination fee.<\/p>\n Think you aren\u2019t a good test-taker? Maybe on a study-time crunch? Or just don\u2019t know how to begin studying? Mometrix has designed a new Study Secrets course to help every student, no matter what study scenario you are in. Here\u2019s what you\u2019ll find in the Study Secrets Course:<\/p>\n Everyone learns differently, so we\u2019ve tailored our Study Secrets Course to ensure every learner has what they need to prepare for their upcoming exam or semester. Click below to check it out!<\/p>\n On testing day, you should arrive at the testing center 30 minutes early to allow time for the check-in process. Upon arrival, you will be asked to sign in and provide at least one form of valid photo ID.<\/p>\n After the check-in process is complete, you will be asked to leave all personal items (cell phone, keys, wallet, etc.) in a locker outside the testing area.<\/p>\n Once you enter the testing room, you will be given a brief tutorial on the computer-adaptive testing system before the exam begins.<\/p>\n Your MTEL score is determined by using a scaled scoring method, which means your final score is placed on a scale of 100-300.<\/p>\n To pass the exam, you must achieve a minimum scaled score of 240 on each subtest.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t Check Out Mometrix's MTEL General Curriculum Flashcards<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t Get complex subjects broken down into easily understandable concepts<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\tGet Your Flashcards<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t How many questions are on the MTEL General Curriculum exam?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n There are 120 questions on the exam.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n How long is the MTEL General Curriculum exam?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n The time limit for the exam is 4 hours.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n What is the passing score for the MTEL General Curriculum exam?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n To pass the exam, you must achieve a scaled score of at least 240 on each subtest.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n How much does the MTEL General Curriculum exam cost?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n The full examination fee is $139.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n By Eric Richter<\/span><\/p> Eric is the Product Development Manager responsible for developing and updating the Mometrix Teacher Certification and K-12 products. Eric has a bachelor\u2019s degree in Sociology and a master\u2019s of education in Teaching ESOL.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/span> Registration<\/h2>\n
<\/span>How to Study<\/h2>\n
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<\/span>Test Day<\/h2>\n
<\/span>How the Exam is Scored<\/h2>\n
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