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Exam Overview
The OSAT Library-Media Specialist (138) exam is a key requirement for those seeking certification to serve as Library-Media Specialists in Oklahoma public schools. Administered by the Oklahoma Commission for Teacher Preparation (OCTP) and developed in collaboration with Pearson Evaluation Systems, this exam ensures candidates possess the essential knowledge, skills, and professional responsibilities required to manage and lead a modern school library program.
Exam Pattern and Format
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Test Name | OSAT Library-Media Specialist (138) |
| Administered By | Oklahoma Commission for Teacher Preparation (OCTP) in partnership with Pearson |
| Test Format | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Number of Questions | Approximately 80 selected-response (multiple-choice) questions |
| Time Allotted | 4 hours total (includes CBT tutorial and break) |
| Test Delivery | Online, at certified Pearson VUE test centers |
| Passing Score | 240 (on a scaled score range of 100–300) |
| Test Dates | Year-round testing with flexible scheduling |
| Score Reporting | Typically within 2–4 weeks after testing |
Exam Content Areas
The OSAT Library-Media Specialist exam evaluates your readiness across three key domains:
- The Professional Library-Media Specialist
- Ethics, leadership, and professional standards
- Learner-Centered Practices, Resources, and Environments
- Instructional practices, literacy promotion, inclusive support
- Library Program Administration
- Resource management, budgeting, policy, and scheduling
Each domain includes specific competencies that align with Oklahoma’s educator standards and national best practices.
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