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Section 3: Test Summary and Framework
WEST–E Theatre Arts (055)

The Washington Educator Skills Tests–Endorsements (WEST–E) are designed to measure a candidate's knowledge of the subject-area content contained in the test framework for each field. All WEST–E tests are fully aligned with the state's teacher endorsement competencies and, as applicable, the Essential Academic Learning Requirements.

Test Summary

This test summary describes general testing information as well as the approximate percentage of the total test score derived from each content domain. The test framework, organized by content domain, contains the objectives that define the content for the test.

Format Computer-based test (CBT) and online-proctored test
Number of Questions Approximately 110 multiple-choice questions
Test Session 2 hours and 15 minutes (does not include 15-minute tutorial and nondisclosure agreement)
Passing Score 240 (scores are calculated in a range from 100 to 300)
Test Code 055

Pie chart of approximate test weighting outlined in the table below.

Table outlining sample test content and subject weighting by sub area and objective
Key Approximate
Percentage of Test
Content Domain Range of Objectives
I 32% Foundations of Theatre 0001 to 0006
II 37% Theatrical Production 0007 to 0013
III 31% Analyzing and Connecting Theatre to Everyday Life 0014 to 0019

Test Framework

Foundations of Theatre

Objective 0001: Demonstrate knowledge of the basic elements of dramatic literature.

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Objective 0002: Understand and apply knowledge of dramatic literature from historical and contemporary eras within a variety of cultures from ancient times to the present.

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Objective 0003: Understand and apply knowledge of methods and principles of playwriting.

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Objective 0004: Understand and apply knowledge of principles of acting.

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Objective 0005: Demonstrate knowledge of vocal techniques used in theatre arts.

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Objective 0006: Apply knowledge of movement techniques used in theatre arts.

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Theatrical Production

Objective 0007: Understand and apply knowledge of principles of directing theatrical productions.

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Objective 0008: Apply knowledge of skills and techniques related to theatrical lighting and sound design and production.

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Objective 0009: Apply knowledge of skills and techniques related to set and prop design and production.

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Objective 0010: Apply knowledge of skills and techniques related to costume and makeup design and production.

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Objective 0011: Apply knowledge of skills and techniques related to theatre facilities and management.

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Objective 0012: Demonstrate knowledge of principles and procedures for producing theatrical performances.

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Objective 0013: Understand and apply knowledge of legal and ethical issues in theatre arts.

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Analyzing and Connecting Theatre to Everyday Life

Objective 0014: Understand the history of theatre in cultures throughout the world.

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Objective 0015: Demonstrate knowledge of functions and purposes of theatre in cultures throughout the world from ancient times to the present.

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Objective 0016: Understand theatre as a way to create and communicate meaning.

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Objective 0017: Understand principles of theatre appreciation and criticism.

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Objective 0018: Analyze how theatre arts relate to other arts disciplines and academic subject areas.

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Objective 0019: Analyze how theatre arts relate to vocational and avocational opportunities.

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