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The Foundations of Reading (190) test for Arkansas assesses proficiency in and depth of understanding of the subject of reading and writing development. The test reflects scientifically based reading research.
Who Needs to Take the Test?
In accordance with the Right to Read Act, a person applying for a first-time license in Elementary Education (K–6) or Special Education (K–12) shall pass a stand-alone assessment on the essential components of the science of reading. The test version currently accepted for licensure in Arkansas is Foundations of Reading (190).
Test Information
Online proctoring is available for this test. You may test remotely, including from home.
Is online proctoring right for me? Read more about online proctoring, including important policies and requirements.
4 hours and 15 minutes total appointment time
- 15 minutes for CBT tutorial and nondisclosure agreement
- 4 hours testing time
4 hours and 30 minutes total appointment time
- 15 minutes for tutorial and nondisclosure agreement
- 2 hours 30 minutes for the multiple-choice questions
- 15 minutes for optional break
- 1 hour 30 minutes for the open-response assignments
You may take restroom breaks during testing. Time taken for breaks is considered part of the available testing time.
By appointment, year round. Test appointments are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Check seat availability .
By appointment with an online proctor during one-week testing windows each month
CBT sites are located nationwide. Locate a test center .
You may test remotely, including from home. Review system and testing environment requirements .
View score report dates.
Candidates will receive a receipt of completion at the conclusion of their test center appointment.
Review score report release dates.
Candidates taking an online-proctored test will not receive a receipt of completion when their test ends.
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Tests may include test questions that are being evaluated for future administrations and that do not affect a candidate's score.
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