Section 3: Overview and Exam Framework
TX PACT: Technology Applications: Early Childhood–Grade 12 (742)

Exam Overview

Table outlining the test format, number of questions, time, and passing score.
Exam Name TX PACT: Technology Applications: Early Childhood–Grade 12
Exam Code 742
Time 2 hours and 30 minutes total appointment time
  • 15 minutes for CAT tutorial and compliance agreement
  • 2 hours and 15 minutes testing time
Number of Questions 100 selected-response questions
Format Computer-administered test (CAT)

The TX PACT: Technology Applications: Early Childhood–Grade 12 (742) exam is designed to assess whether a test taker has demonstrated the requisite knowledge and skills for admission to an educator preparation program. The 100 selected-response questions are based on the Technology Applications: Early Childhood–Grade 12 (742) exam framework. Questions on this exam range from grades Early Childhood–Grade 12. Your final scaled score will be based only on scored questions.

Domains and Competencies

Table outlining test content and subject weighting by sub area and objective.
Domain Domain Title Approx. Percentage of Exam
I Foundations of Computer-Based Technology 34%
II Use of Computer-Based Technology 55%
III Computer-Based Technology in Society and Education 11%

Pie chart of approximate test weighting outlined in the table above.

The content covered by this exam is organized into broad areas of content called domains. Each domain covers one or more of the standards for this field. Within each domain, the content is further defined by a set of competencies. Each competency is composed of two major parts:

Domain I—Foundations of Computer-Based Technology

Competency 001—Demonstrate a broad and comprehensive understanding of operations and concepts related to computers and technology, including:
Competency 002—Demonstrate a broad and comprehensive understanding of the management of hardware and software resources, including:

 

Domain II—Use of Computer-Based Technology

Competency 003—Demonstrate a broad and comprehensive understanding of concepts and skills related to the use of technology resources, including:
Competency 004—Demonstrate a broad and comprehensive understanding of the design, development, and uses of computer-based learning resources, tools, and environments, including:
Competency 005—Demonstrate a broad and comprehensive understanding of concepts and skills related to computer programming, including:

 

Domain III—Computer-Based Technology in Society

Competency 006—Demonstrate a broad and comprehensive understanding of the appropriate use of computer technology and the interrelationships between technology and society, including:

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