WEST-E Social Studies Study Guide 2019 – 2020

What comes with Cirrus Test Prep’s WEST-E Social Studies Study Guide?

You probably think this is a typical study guide. However, Cirrus Test Prep’s unofficial WEST-E Social Studies Study Guide 2019 – 2020: WEST-E Test Prep and Practice Questions for the Washington Educator Skills Tests-Endorsements (028) Exam isn't like other study guides. Because we know you value your time, our unofficial study guide includes a quick yet full review of everything on the test with real examples, graphics, and information. Cirrus Test Prep’s NEW WEST-E Social Studies Study Guide 2019 – 2020 gives you the edge you need to score higher and pass the first time.

Best of all, Cirrus Test Prep’s WEST-E Social Studies Study Guide 2019 – 2020 offers you:

  • A full review of what you need to know for the WEST-E exam

  • WEST-E practice questions for you to practice and improve and worked through practice problems with explanations

  • Test tips and strategies to help you score higher

  • Real world examples

Our WEST-E prep book covers all the material that will be on your exam, including:

  • Civics

  • Economics

  • Geography

  • United States History

  • World History

… and also comes with two FULL WEST-E practice tests, so that you will be ready on test day.

But before you buy WEST-E Social Studies Study Guide 2019 – 2020, you may find yourself wondering, what is the WEST-E? What is on the WEST-E? How is the WEST-E scored? How is the WEST-E administered? We are the WEST-E experts, and we are happy to answer all your questions below!


Some Frequently Asked Questions about the WEST-E…

What is the WEST-E?

The WEST-E: Social Studies (028) exam is a part of teaching licensure in Washington State. WEST-E scores are used to complete a state application for teacher certification. The social studies exam ensures that the examinee has the skills and knowledge necessary to become an educator of social studies in Washington State public schools.

The social studies tests are interdisciplinary; they test your ability to understand relationships among fields in social studies. These include civics, economics, geography, United States, and world history, and social studies concepts and skills. You’ll integrate your knowledge of all of these subjects in order to answer the questions correctly.

What is on the WEST-E?

You will answer approximately eighteen questions (16 percent of the test) on civics, approximately thirteen questions (12 percent of the test) on economics, approximately eighteen questions (16 percent of the test) on geography, approximately twenty-two questions (20 percent of the test) on United States history, approximately twenty-two questions (20 percent of the test) on world history, and approximately eighteen questions (16 percent of the test) on social studies concepts and skills. Questions will determine your ability to use resources to interpret and analyze social studies information and to think critically about data. A foundation in the presentation and communication of social studies information is essential. You will also be expected to correctly use social studies terminology and understand the foundation and impact of social studies as a discipline.

How is the WEST-E scored?

On the WEST-E, the number of correctly answered questions is used to create your scaled score. Scores are scaled to a number in the range 100 – 300, a passing score being 240. The score shows your performance on the test as a whole and is scaled to allow comparison across various versions of the tests. There is no penalty for guessing on the WEST-E, so be sure to eliminate answer choices and answer every question. If you still do not know the answer, guess; you may get it right! Keep in mind that some multiple-choice questions are experimental questions for the purpose of the WEST-E test makers and will not count toward your overall score. However, since those questions are not indicated on the test, you must respond to every question.

How is the WEST-E administered?

The WEST-E is a computer-administered test. The WEST-E website allows you to take practice tests to acclimate yourself to the computerized format. The WEST-E is available at testing centers across the nation. To find a testing center near you, go to the testing center’s website.

Why should I use Cirrus Test Prep’s WEST-E study material?

Developed by experienced current and former educators, Cirrus Test Prep’s study materials help future educators gain the skills and knowledge needed to successfully pass their state-level teacher certification exams and enter the classroom. Each Cirrus Test Prep study guide includes: a detailed summary of the test’s format, content, and scoring; an overview of the content knowledge required to pass the exam; worked-through sample questions with answers and explanations; full-length practice tests including answer explanations; and unique test-taking strategies with highlighted key concepts. Cirrus Test Prep’s study materials ensure that new educators feel prepared on test day and beyond.

Where can I buy WEST-E Social Studies Study Guide 2019 – 2020?

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