This book has been written to provide the reader with the information and strategies necessary to succeed on the BTLPT (Bilingual Target Language Proficiency Test – Spanish). Teachers in Texas, who want to become certified bilingual, must take this test. It does not matter if it is the first time you will take the exam or have already taken it before (perhaps more than once); whatever your case, this book provides you with everything you need to pass the exam and become a certified bilingual teacher.

You will know in detail what you will be evaluated on. In addition, you will find concrete recommendations and specific strategies for each exam domain. Finally, practical information such as word lists and concrete examples are included throughout the book, which you could on the BTLPT.

With this book, you will receive the necessary strategies and resources that will allow you to:

• Organize ideas logically and effectively and use appropriate academic language.
• Manage your time to be able to complete the entire exam.
• Use the appropriate academic vocabulary and be mindful of the proper spelling and grammar.
• Get to know and apply the rules of orthographic accent (acento ortográfico o tilde).
• Identify frequently used words that use orthographic accents and avoid common mistakes in the writing section.
• Use transition words and phrases to respond fluently and confidently in each presented scenario in the speaking section.