What the Course Entails and Exam Details

The GACE Instructional Technology assessment ensures candidates possess the pedagogical knowledge and leadership skills required for effective technology integration.

The exam covers several key standards:

• Visionary Leadership: Developing and implementing a shared vision for the comprehensive use of technology to support a digital-age education.

• Teaching, Learning, and Assessment: Modeling and facilitating the effective use of digital tools to support content standards and student engagement.

• Digital Learning Environments: Creating and managing effective digital learning environments that maximize learning for all students.

• Professional Learning and Program Evaluation: Designing, delivering, and evaluating professional learning programs for educators that model best practices in technology integration.

• Digital Citizenship: Modeling and promoting digital citizenship and responsibility.

What to Expect in the Final Exam

The GACE Instructional Technology exam (which may be split into two subtests, 302 and 303, or taken combined) is a computer-administered test.

Format: The exam predominantly consists of multiple-choice (selected-response) questions designed to test both knowledge recalling and application of concepts in scenario-based settings.

Time Limit: You will typically have a specific time limit for each subtest (e.g., 2 hours per subtest) or a combined time limit if taking both subtests together.

Passing Score: The standard passing score for GACE assessments is typically 220 for the professional level.

How to Study and Exam Centers

Effective preparation is key to success on the GACE Instructional Technology exam.

Study Strategies:

• Use Official GACE Materials: Begin with the official GACE Study Companions and preparation webcasts available on the GACE website. These define exactly what is on the test.

• Take Practice Exams: Utilize the full-length interactive practice tests offered by GACE. These simulate the actual testing environment and help you identify areas for improvement.

• Review ISTE Standards: The GACE standards align closely with the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) Standards for Educators and Coaches. Familiarize yourself with these frameworks.

• Focus on Application: Don’t just memorize definitions. Be prepared to answer scenario-based questions about how you would advise a teacher or implement a technology plan.

Exam Centers:

You must register for the exam through your GACE account on the ETS website.

The GACE Instructional Technology exam is administered at a network of authorized testing centers throughout Georgia and in other locations. When registering, you will be able to select your preferred date, time, and specific testing location from the available options. Some GACE exams may also offer remote proctoring options (testing at home), so check the current availability during registration.

Job Opportunities from the Course

Earning a certification in GACE Instructional Technology opens doors to various leadership roles within the educational sector.

Potential job titles include:

• Instructional Technologist

• Technology Integration Specialist

• Digital Learning Coach

• Educational Technology Specialist

• Instructional Designer (in K-12 settings)

• District Technology Coordinator

• Media Specialist with a Technology Focus