This is the essential guide for scoring high on Massachusetts' Communication and Literacy Skills test. It walks Massachusetts teacher candidates through the application and certification process and provides: an overview of the entire MTEL program a detailed look at the Communication and Literacy Skills test a look at what it's like to be a teacher in Massachusetts. It also features: in-depth reviews of the reading and writing skills assessed on the Communication and Literacy Skills test three complete practice exams with answer explanation that mimic the format and content of the official MTEL Communication and Literacy Skills test