Tips for Retakers: Bouncing Back Stronger in LET
Failing the LET is painful. But it is not a definition of your worth as a person or a future teacher.
Introduction
Failing the LET is painful. But it is not a definition of your worth as a person or a future teacher. Many excellent teachers failed the LET on their first try.
What matters is what you do next.
1. Grieve, Then Accept
It's okay to cry. It's okay to feel disappointed. Give yourself time to heal. But don't stay there. Accept the result so you can move forward.
2. Analyze Your Ratings
Look at your Report of Rating. Which subject pulled you down? Was it GenEd? ProfEd? Or your Major? Understand how your score was computed. This data is crucial for your next review.
3. Change Your Strategy
"Insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results." If you self-studied before, maybe try a review center now. If you focused on memorization, focus on understanding now.
4. Focus on Your Weaknesses
Don't spend too much time reviewing what you already know. Attack your weak spots. If you failed Math, solve 50 Math problems a day.
5. Stay Positive
Don't let fear paralyze you. You have an advantage now: experience. You know what the exam looks like. You know the pressure. Use that to your advantage.
6. Remember Your "Why"
Why do you want to be a teacher? Hold on to that dream. The license is just a piece of paper; your passion is what makes you a teacher. But you need that paper to serve in public schools. So go get it!
Conclusion
Dust yourself off. Stand up. And fight again. Your future students are waiting for you.
After the Exam
What happens after you take the test? Passing rates, registration, and more.
Tips for Retakers: Bouncing Back Stronger in LET