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Exam Overview
Exam Overview
The GACE Art (P–12) (726) assessment is the content test Georgia uses to certify art teachers for prekindergarten through grade 12. It measures the knowledge of visual art, media and processes, art history and art criticism that an art teacher needs.
Who Administers the Test
Program
Georgia Assessments for the Certification of Educators (GACE)
Certifying agency
Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC)
Test delivery
Evaluation Systems of Pearson; computer-based at test centers in Georgia and nationwide
Purpose
Content requirement for Art (P–12) certification in Georgia
Four Testlets
Assessment 726 combines four testlets with 100 selected-response questions in all. Each question has four answer choices. Testlet 315 on art media and processes is twice the size of the others and counts for 40% of the score. You can take all four testlets in one appointment or register for any combination.
| Testlet | Questions | Testing Time | Share of Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 314 Elements of Art and Principles of Design | 20 | 30 minutes | 20% |
| 315 Art Media, Tools, Technologies, Techniques, Terminology, and Processes | 40 | 60 minutes | 40% |
| 316 Visual Arts in Historical and Cultural Context | 20 | 30 minutes | 20% |
| 317 Aesthetics, Art Criticism, and Connections | 20 | 30 minutes | 20% |
| All four testlets | 100 | 2 hours 30 minutes (2 hours 45 minutes appointment) | 100% |
Share of the Total Score by Testlet
Test-Day Timing
Every testlet allows about 1 minute 30 seconds per question: 20 questions in 30 minutes, or 40 questions in 60 minutes for testlet 315. Each testing session adds 15 minutes for the tutorial and nondisclosure agreement.Question Format
- Selected-response only: one best answer from four choices; no constructed-response or portfolio task
- Content questions on terms, media, processes, periods and theories
- Analysis questions built on described artworks, studio problems, design briefs and classroom scenarios
- No reference materials are provided or allowed
Scoring
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Score scale | 100–300 |
| Passing requirement | A cumulative score of at least 220, plus the floor (minimum score) set for each testlet |
| Wrong answers | No penalty for incorrect answers, so answer every question |
| Unscored items | Some questions may be under evaluation for future use and do not count |
Registration and Fees
All four testlets
$169 when taken in one appointment
Single testlet
$42.50 per testlet
Scheduling
By appointment year round; seats are first come, first served
Where to register
The official GACE website (gace.es.pearson.com); confirm current fees and policies there before you book
What This Means for Your Preparation
- Give testlet 315 about twice the study time of the others: it carries 40% of your score
- Prepare for every testlet: each one has its own floor
- Practice reading artwork descriptions and identifying style, technique and context quickly
- Practice at a pace of about 20 questions in 30 minutes
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