Foundations of Reading (890) Practice Test
The Foundations of Reading (890) exam measures a candidate’s knowledge of scientifically based reading instruction and the skills necessary to teach reading effectively. The assessment is commonly required for teacher licensure and certification programs in several states and evaluates a candidate’s understanding of reading development, reading comprehension, assessment, and instructional practices.
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The Foundations of Reading assessment is administered through the National Evaluation Series (NES) and is available as both a computer-based test and an online-proctored examination. Candidates are evaluated on foundational literacy concepts that align with evidence-based reading instruction and the Science of Reading framework.
Foundations of Reading (890) Test Format and Structure
The Foundations of Reading (890) exam consists of selected-response questions and written assignments that assess a candidate’s ability to apply reading instruction principles in authentic educational settings.
Registration Information
The Foundations of Reading (890) exam is offered year-round at testing centers and during scheduled online-proctored testing windows.
Current examination fee:
- $139
Candidates can register through the National Evaluation Series (NES) testing website and choose either:
- Testing center administration
- Remote online proctoring
Basic Test Information
- Test Code: 890
- Number of Questions: 100 multiple-choice questions
- Written Assignments: 2 open-response assignments
- Time Limit: 4 hours testing time
- Test Format: Computer-based testing (CBT) or online-proctored testing
- Question Types: Multiple-choice and constructed-response questions
Scoring Information
The Foundations of Reading exam uses a scaled scoring system ranging from 100 to 300.
Passing score requirements vary by state:
- North Carolina: 233 passing score
- Connecticut: 240 passing score
- Other participating states may establish different qualifying scores
Your final score is based on performance across both the multiple-choice and open-response sections. Official score reports are released according to the NES score reporting schedule and are available through your testing account.
Foundations of Reading (890) Exam Outline
The exam assesses five major content areas.
I. Foundations of Reading Development (Approximately 35%)
The questions in this category assess your knowledge of the following topics:
- Oral language foundations
- Phonological and phonemic awareness
- Concepts of print
- Alphabetic principle
- Word analysis development
- Reading development theories
II. Development of Reading Comprehension (Approximately 27%)
The questions in this category assess your knowledge of the following topics:
- Vocabulary development
- Academic language
- Reading comprehension strategies
- Literary and informational texts
- Critical thinking skills
- Reading fluency and comprehension connections
III. Reading Assessment and Instruction (Approximately 18%)
The questions in this category assess your knowledge of the following topics:
- Differentiated instruction
- Assessment interpretation
- Progress monitoring
- Data-driven instruction
- Screening and diagnostic assessments
- Intervention strategies
VI. Foundational Reading Skills (Open-Response Assignment)
The written assignment in this category assesses your ability to:
- Analyze student reading performance
- Identify reading skill deficiencies
- Recommend instructional interventions
- Apply evidence-based literacy practices
V. Reading Comprehension (Open-Response Assignment)
The written assignment in this category assesses your ability to:
- Analyze reading comprehension challenges
- Evaluate student understanding
- Develop instructional recommendations
- Support literacy growth through targeted instruction
Foundations of Reading (890) Quick Facts
- The exam includes both selected-response and written-response components.
- Candidates may take the test at a testing center or through approved online proctoring.
- The exam is widely recognized as a key literacy assessment for teacher licensure.
- The score scale ranges from 100–300.
- Most candidates receive score reports through their NES account according to the official reporting schedule.
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FAQs About FORT 890
The Foundations of Reading (890) exam measures a candidate's knowledge of scientifically based reading instruction, literacy development, reading assessment, and reading comprehension strategies required for effective classroom instruction.
The exam contains 100 multiple-choice questions and 2 open-response written assignments.
Candidates receive 4 hours of testing time. Additional appointment time is provided for tutorials and administrative procedures.
Passing scores vary by state. For example:
- North Carolina requires a score of 233.
- Connecticut requires a score of 240.
Check your state's educator licensure requirements for the most current passing score.
The current registration fee is $139.
Yes. NES offers online-proctored testing for eligible candidates in participating states.
The exam covers:
- Foundations of Reading Development
- Reading Comprehension Development
- Reading Assessment and Instruction
- Foundational Reading Skills
- Reading Comprehension Analysis
Scores are reported on a scale from 100 to 300 and incorporate performance on both multiple-choice and open-response sections.
Official score reports are released according to the NES reporting schedule and are available through your testing account.
The open-response assignments require candidates to analyze reading scenarios, evaluate student performance data, and recommend evidence-based instructional strategies.
Prepsaret offers:
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