The ILTS Learning Behavior Specialist I (290) exam is administered by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) to assess the knowledge and skills of prospective learning behavior specialists in the state of Florida.
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Exam Outline
The ILTS Learning Behavior Specialist I exam contains 100 multiple-choice questions and has a time limit of 3 hours and 15 minutes.
The exam is split into the following subareas:
I. Understanding Students with Disabilities (16%)
The questions in this subarea cover the following objectives:
- Understanding the processes of human development and factors that affect development and learning
- Understanding various needs and characteristics of students with special needs
II. Assessing Students and Developing Individualized Programs (23%)
The questions in this subarea cover the following objectives:
- Understanding the characteristics and types of assessment methods and instruments
- Understanding the procedures and criteria for implementing appropriate activities for students with disabilities
- Understanding how to interpret and communicate assessment results
- Understanding procedures for developing and implementing IEPs, IFSPs, and transition plans
III. Supporting Development and Learning (31%)
The questions in this subarea cover the following objectives:
- Understanding how to plan and manage a positive learning environment that promotes and supports the participation of all students
- Understanding the strategies for creating learning experiences that make content meaningful to all students
- Understanding the methods and principles involved in individualizing explicit, systematic instruction to meet rigorous content goals for students with disabilities
- Understanding the development and implementation of behavior interventions and supporting the social-emotional and behavioral development of students with disabilities
IV. Working in a Collaborative Learning Community (15%)
The questions in this subarea cover the following objectives:
- Understanding the strategies for communicating and collaborating in a culturally responsive manner with school team members to address students’ instructional and behavioral needs
- Understanding how to plan and manage a positive learning environment that promotes and supports the participation of all students
- Understanding the procedures for structuring and managing the learning environment
- Understanding the development and implementation of behavior interventions for students with disabilities
- Understanding the principles for selecting, creating, and using specialized materials, assistive technology, and equipment for individuals with disabilities
V. Foundations and Professional Practice (15%)
The questions in this subarea cover the following objectives:
- Understanding the role of the special education teacher in the collaborative learning community
- Understanding how to establish partnerships with other members of the school community to enhance learning opportunities for students with disabilities
- Understanding how to promote positive school-home relationships
- Understanding how to encourage school-community interactions that enhance learning opportunities for students with disabilities
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Exam Registration
To register for the exam, you must first create an ILTS/ISBE account. Once your account has been created, log in and select the Learning Behavior Specialist I exam. From there, you can register for the exam, pay the $99 testing fee, and schedule your testing appointment.
Test Day
On the day of your exam, you should arrive at the testing center 15-30 minutes earlier than your scheduled appointment. After you arrive, you will be asked to sign in and provide two valid forms of government-issued ID.
Before the exam begins, you will be asked to place all personal items (cell phone, wallet, keys, watch, bag/backpack, etc.) in a locker outside the testing room, or you may be asked to leave them in your car.
Once the test begins, you will be allowed to take breaks. However, the timer will not be stopped during your break, so use your break time carefully.
How the Exam is Scored
Your ILTS score is determined by taking your raw score (the number of questions you answered correctly) and converting it to a scaled score from 100 to 300. To pass, you will need to get a minimum scaled score of 240.
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FAQs
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How many questions are on the ILTS Learning Behavior Specialist I exam?
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There are 100 multiple-choice questions on the exam.
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How long is the ILTS Learning Behavior Specialist I exam?
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The time limit for the exam is 3 hours and 15 minutes.
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What is the passing score for the ILTS Learning Behavior Specialist I exam?
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To pass the exam, you must achieve a minimum scaled score of 240.
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How much does the ILTS Learning Behavior Specialist I exam cost?
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The examination fee is $99.
