Component 1

Component 1: Content Knowledge ... 

20 - 80 hours time commitment

In this computer-based assessment, candidates demonstrate knowledge of and pedagogical practices for teaching their content area. Candidates must demonstrate knowledge of developmentally appropriate content, which is necessary for teaching across the full age range and ability level of the chosen certificate area. This is assessed through the completion of three constructed response items and 45 selected response items (SRIs) of which five are embedded field test items and do not contribute to the score. 

*The NMNBCTNetwork suggests Component 1 be completed the same year as at least one other Component (Components can be completed in any order). The exception to this is 2nd year Secondary teachers just starting the process, due to the rigorous content knowledge on the secondary level tests that may be easier fresh out of college.