Ohio Assessments for Educators (OAE) Assessment of Professional Knowledge Practice Exam

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for a teacher to be considered Highly Qualified?

1. State certification

2. A college degree

3. Expertise in a foreign language

4. Knowledge of the subject they are teaching

The correct answer is: Expertise in a foreign language

To be considered Highly Qualified, teachers must meet specific criteria set forth by educational standards. Among those requirements are state certification, a college degree, and a strong knowledge base in the subject matter they are responsible for teaching. Expertise in a foreign language, while valuable, is not a universal requirement for all teaching positions. This requirement might apply in certain contexts, such as for language teachers, but not across the broader spectrum of teaching roles. Therefore, one does not have to demonstrate expertise in a foreign language to be classified as Highly Qualified, making this the correct choice. The other criteria—state certification, holding a college degree, and possessing knowledge of the subject being taught—are fundamental to ensuring that educators are prepared to deliver high-quality education and support to their students.