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FTCE 60 sec Review: English Subtest - When do I use the suffix "est"? #ftce Summary In this episode of FTCE Seminar, host Mercedes Musto discusses the FTCE General Knowledge English Subtest, focusing on comparative and superlative forms. She explains the rules for using these forms, provides examples, and encourages listeners to start studying for the teacher certification exam. Visit Episode 17 for full Chapters 00:00 Introduction to FTCE General Knowledge English Subtest 00:28 Understanding...

Summary In this episode of FTCE Seminar, host Mercedes Musto discusses the FTCE General Knowledge English Subtest, focusing on comparative and superlative forms. She explains the rules for using these forms, provides examples, and encourages listeners to start studying for the teacher certification exam. Visit Episode 17 for full Chapters 00:00 Introduction to FTCE General Knowledge English Subtest 00:28 Understanding Comparative and Superlative Forms 03:22 Rules for Using Compara...

Summary In this episode of FTCE Seminar, host Mercedes Musto provides essential insights into the Florida Teacher Certification Exam, focusing on the General Knowledge Test. She discusses the test's components, scoring requirements, and effective preparation strategies to help prospective teachers succeed. Check the full Episode 5 with Chapters 00:00 Introduction to FTCE Seminar 00:26 Understanding the General Knowledge Test 02:54 Components and Scoring of the Test 06:11 Preparati...

FTCE 60 Sec Study Hack: 5 Tips to Overcoming Test Anxiety? #ftce Summary In this episode of FTCE Seminar, host Mercedes Musto discusses the prevalent issue of test anxiety among teacher candidates. She defines test anxiety, its symptoms, and its impact on performance. The episode provides five practical strategies to manage anxiety, including effective study habits, planning, self-care, positive self-talk, and breathing techniques. The conversation emphasizes the importance of preparation and me...

FTCE 60 Sec Review: English Subtest - When do we capitalize seasons? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ftceseminar/support

Summary In this episode of FTCE Seminar, host Mercedes Musto delves into the rules of capitalization as part of the review for the FTCE General Knowledge English Subtest. The discussion includes a quiz on capitalization, the distinction between common and proper nouns, and practical examples to clarify the rules. The episode emphasizes the importance of understanding these rules for effective writing and preparation for the certification exam. Visit Episode 13 for the full episode and Chapters 0...

Summary In this episode of FTCE Seminar, host Mercedes Musto provides a comprehensive review of the FTCE General Knowledge English Subtest, focusing specifically on collective nouns and pronouns. The discussion covers the importance of pronoun-antecedent agreement. Through examples and practice questions, listeners gain insights into how to correctly identify and use pronouns in sentences, ensuring they are prepared for the certification exam. --- Support this podcast: https://podcaster...

FTCE 60 Sec Review- English Subtest: Pronouns and Antecedents Summary In this episode of FTCE Seminar, host Mercedes Musto provides a comprehensive review of the FTCE General Knowledge English Subtest, focusing specifically on pronouns. The discussion covers the definition of pronouns, their various types, and the importance of pronoun-antecedent agreement. Through examples and practice questions, listeners gain insights into how to correctly identify and use pronouns in sentences, ensuring they...

FTCE 60 Sec Review: English Subtest - Correcting Verb Tenses Summary In this episode of FTCE Seminar, host Mercedes Musto delves into the FTCE General Knowledge English Language Skills Subtest, focusing on the concept of parallel structure. The discussion includes what parallel structure is, how to identify and correct errors, and tips for effective test-taking. The episode aims to equip listeners with the knowledge needed to enhance their writing skills and succeed in the exam. Visit the ...

FTCE 60 Sec Review: English Subtest - What are Pronouns? Summary In this episode of FTCE Seminar, host Mercedes Musto provides a comprehensive review of the FTCE General Knowledge English Subtest, focusing specifically on pronouns. The discussion covers the definition of pronouns, their various types, and the importance of pronoun-antecedent agreement. Through examples and practice questions, listeners gain insights into how to correctly identify and use pronouns in sentences, ensuring they are ...

FTCE 60 Sec Review: English Subtest - Parallel Structures Summary In this episode of FTCE Seminar, host Mercedes Musto delves into the FTCE General Knowledge English Language Skills Subtest, focusing on the concept of parallel structure. The discussion includes what parallel structure is, how to identify and correct errors, and tips for effective test-taking. The episode aims to equip listeners with the knowledge needed to enhance their writing skills and succeed in the exam. Visit the Full Epi...

Summary In this episode of the FTCE Seminar podcast, host Mercedes Musto provides a comprehensive review of the semicolon, a crucial punctuation mark for the FTCE general knowledge English subtest. The discussion covers the definition of semicolons, their correct usage in combining independent clauses, and how to incorporate transitional words. Musto also explains the use of semicolons in lists, emphasizing the importance of mastering this punctuation for effective writing. The episode concludes...

Summary In this episode of FTCE Seminar, host Mercedes Musto delves into the FTCE General Knowledge English Language Skills Subtest, focusing on the concept of parallel structure. The discussion includes what parallel structure is, how to identify and correct errors, and tips for effective test-taking. The episode aims to equip listeners with the knowledge needed to enhance their writing skills and succeed in the exam. Visit the Full Episode 9 with Chapters 00:00 Introduction to FTCE General Kn...

FTCE 60 Secs Review: English Subtest - Commas Summary In this episode of FTCE Seminar, host Mercedes Musto delves into the FTCE General Knowledge English Language Skills Subtest, focusing specifically on the use of commas. The discussion covers the basic functions of commas, including their role in creating sentence flow, linking independent clauses, and incorporating non-essential information. Musto emphasizes the importance of mastering comma usage for effective writing and provides reso...

FTCE 60 Secs Review: English Subtest - Modifiers --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ftceseminar/support

E60: Visualize Success with a Meditation Ft. Evi D. @FTCEseminar Joining us today is Evi D. @EviSays on Instagram. She will be leading a visualize success meditation to help you prepare for your exams. #success #exampreparation #meditation Professional Biography Evi has a background in coaching, entrepreneurship, and nonprofit management. She brings over 15 years of experience in leadership, personal development, marketing and, communications, operations, community building and activism, as wel...

E59: Resilience Meditation Featuring Evi D. @FTCEseminar Joining us today is Evi D. @EviSays on Instagram. She will be leading a cultivating resilience meditation, self-belief, and hope in the face of stress or even failure. #resilience #exampreparation #meditation Professional Biography Evi has a background in coaching, entrepreneurship, and nonprofit management. She brings over 15 years of experience in leadership, personal development, marketing and, communications, operations, community bu...

Joining us today is Evi D. @EviSays on Instagram. She will be leading a confidence meditation so you can develop a clarity mindset and improve your exam or study performance. #cultivatesuccess #exampreparation #meditation Professional Biography Evi has a background in coaching, entrepreneurship, and nonprofit management. She brings over 15 years of experience in leadership, personal development, marketing and, communications, operations, community building and activism, as well as, supporting bu...

E57: Interview with Director Rita Miller on STEM Education, DoD STARBASE, & Project-based learning In today’s episode, I get to have an amazing conversation with Director Rita Miller of the DoD STARBASE program at NAS Pensacola. Professional Biography Ms. Rita Miller moved to Pensacola, Florida just over a year ago to take the position of Director for the Department of Defense STARBASE Pensacola Youth Education Program at NAS Pensacola. Before this position, she was the Deputy Director/Director...

E56: FTCE | General Knowledge | Mathematics | linear, quadratic, and exponential functions In today’s episode, we are reviewing the definition of a function. This is part of a multi-series review of what YOU need to know to pass the Mathematics subtest of the GK. About FTCE Seminar How do you PASS the Florida Teacher Certification Exams (FTCE)? On this podcast, we will be discussing concepts from the FTCE Testing Blueprint to help you prepare for the exam. ..Not only is each episode based on th...

E55: FTCE | General Knowledge | Mathematics | Slope and Linear Functions In today’s episode, we are reviewing the definition of a function. This is part of a multi-series review of what YOU need to know to pass the Mathematics subtest of the GK. About FTCE Seminar How do you PASS the Florida Teacher Certification Exams (FTCE)? On this podcast, we will be discussing concepts from the FTCE Testing Blueprint to help you prepare for the exam. ..Not only is each episode based on the FTCE General Kno...

E54: FTCE | General Knowledge | Mathematics | Solving Equations or Inequalities algebraically or graphically In today’s episode, we are reviewing the definition of a function. This is part of a multi-series review of what YOU need to know to pass the Mathematics subtest of the GK. About FTCE Seminar How do you PASS the Florida Teacher Certification Exams (FTCE)? On this podcast, we will be discussing concepts from the FTCE Testing Blueprint to help you prepare for the exam. ..Not only is each e...

E53: FTCE | General Knowledge | Mathematics | Defining algebraic functions In today’s episode, we are reviewing the definition of a function. This is part of a multi-series review of what YOU need to know to pass the Mathematics subtest of the GK. About FTCE Seminar How do you PASS the Florida Teacher Certification Exams (FTCE)? On this podcast, we will be discussing concepts from the FTCE Testing Blueprint to help you prepare for the exam. ..Not only is each episode based on the FTCE General K...

E50: Interview with Dr. Mary Sylvester about Dance Education In today's episode I got to discuss the positive impact of multiculturalism and individuality in dance education with Dr. Mary Sylvester. About Dr. Mary Sylvester: Mary F. Sylvester, EdD, is a dance and geography educator from central Connecticut. Dr. Sylvester is an adjunct lecturer in geography at Central Connecticut State University in New Britain, CT and Tunxis Community College in Farmington, CT, and an adjunct lecturer in dance ...