Designed to prepare future secondary English teachers with the content knowledge and competencies needed to succeed on both their certification exam and in the classroom, this guide is aligned to current standards and covers the subareas of Literature and Understanding Text; Language and Linguistics; and Composition and Rhetoric. An in-depth review of core topics such as identifying and interpreting figurative language and other literary elements to tools and response for assessing student writing, this guide is formatted to promote retention of the 12 competencies found on the actual test. Practice for the real exam with a 120-question sample test that includes question rigor, skill reference and full answer rationale. Included in this book is access to our online IntelliGuide?- no CD needed!

XAMonline’s IntelliGuide? is a new cutting-edge technology product that will redefine how students and professionals use eBooks and prepare for their exams. IntelliGuide? is an online platform that transforms the traditional eBook experience from simply reading a static PDF to interacting with an enhanced study guide and test practice session using innovative tools such as printable eStickynotes, highlighter capability, pre-made or user-generated eFlashcards, and timed, scored, and hyperlinked practice tests.

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