MTEL Physical Education (22) Study Guide 2027–2028 | Massachusetts PE Teacher License Prep, 2 Practice Tests, 200 Questions (PDF)

Prepare for MTEL Physical Education (22), the subject matter knowledge test for the Massachusetts Physical Education license at the PreK-8 and 5-12 levels. The 13 content sections follow the four multiple-choice subareas in order, and the open-response subarea is taught in its own chapter and four Open-Response Workshops with prompts, planning outlines, strong and weaker sample responses and scoring commentary.

What's Inside

• Exam overview: 100 multiple-choice questions and 2 open-response assignments, test-center and online timing, the five subareas at 20% each, the 240 qualifying score, the $139 fee and the 30-day retake rule

• Subarea I: growth and development, body systems, motor development and motor learning, fundamental movement skills, biomechanics and kinesiology

• Subarea II: rhythm and dance, sports and games, aquatics, outdoor pursuits and adventure learning, personal and social responsibility

• Subarea III: exercise physiology, heart rate zones and fitness planning, flexibility, strength and endurance training, nutrition under the current Dietary Guidelines, and body composition

• Subarea IV: history and philosophy, standards and curriculum, teaching styles and models, inclusion and adapted physical education, assessment, and legal, ethical and safety standards

• Worked examples with numbered steps, 16 diagrams and charts, and 96 quick-reference tables

• Study schedules, FAQs and test-taking strategies

• 2 practice tests of 100 questions each, 200 questions total, with a complete answer key and an explanation for every question

Format

• Instant digital download (PDF), 8.5 × 11 in

• Clickable table of contents

• Print it or study on a tablet, laptop or phone

Please note: This is a digital product. No physical item will be shipped.

This is an independent study resource and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, the Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure program or Pearson.