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Passage Preparation™ offers a course for the Educational Leadership (015) exam for the Ohio Assessments for Educators (OAE). Passage Preparation has designed high-quality study guides and practice exams aligned to the structure of the exam, so you can confidently prepare for your Educational Leadership test.

What Is the OAE: Educational Leadership (015) Exam?

The OAE: Educational Leadership exam is required for everyone who wishes to become a public school administrator in Ohio.

The Educational Leadership exam contains 70 multiple-choice questions, three constructed response questions, and one case study assignment. You will have 225 minutes to complete the exam.

You can take a computer-based test at a testing center, or you can take the test remotely with an online proctor.

What Content Is Covered on the OAE: Educational Leadership Exam?

The OAE: Educational Leadership exam covers four domains with a total of 10 competencies. The four domains are as follows:

Visionary and Inclusive Leadership

Student Learning

Systems for Capacity Building

Resource Management and Educational Law.

You can learn more about the competencies on the OAE website.

How Is the Educational Leadership Exam Scored?

A passing score on the OAE: Educational Leadership exam is a 220. The 70 multiple-choice questions account for 60% of the score.

The constructed response questions account for 25% of the overall score, with the Work Product Assignment counting for 5% and the Student Diversity Assignment and Management Problem Solving Assignment each counting for 10%.

Finally, the Case Study Assignment is 15% of your total score.

Passage Preparation Can Help You Prepare for the OAE: Educational Leadership Exam

Passage Preparation is a comprehensive study guide to prepare for the Educational Leadership exam. The modules for this course include:

  1. Test Information, Diagnostic Assessment, and Study Tips
  2. Visionary and Inclusive Leadership
  3. Student Learning
  4. Systems for Capacity Building
  5. Resource Management and Educational Law
  6. Work Product, Student Diversity, and Management Problem Solving Constructed Responses
  7. Case Study Constructed Response
  8. Practice Assessment

In the first module, you’ll take a diagnostic assessment that will help you create a custom study plan as you work through the course material. Each subsequent module delivers the information you need to know in multiple formats, such as graphics, videos, and opportunities for engagement through checks for understanding quizzes. The course also provides opportunities for reflection on your learning throughout the course.

Finally, you’ll take a practice assessment structured like the real test, so you can be prepared for exam day.

Prepare for Exam Day Success

Ways to prepare on test day:

Get a good night’s sleep.

Eat breakfast.

Arrive at least 30 minutes early to find parking and check-in.

Remember to bring the required documents and identification.

Breathe. You’ve prepared with Passage Preparation. You’ve got this!

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About the Author: Miranda Hansen

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Miranda has served as an educator, administrator, instructional coach, and curriculum designer since 2009. Miranda has developed courses for prospective educators and practicing teachers focusing on Social Studies teaching methods and content, Culturally Responsive Teaching, and instructional technology.

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