Praxis II What, How, and Why?

What is the Praxis II? The Praxis is an assessment used to measure subject-specific knowledge or teaching skills There are over 140 test titles available Delivery: Paper test or Computerized test

Test Info Both the paper and computerized tests are 2 hours long 120 Multiple Choice Questions Allowed a 4 function calculator Breakdown All about your Praxis IIPraxis II

Alabama Requirements Elementary Education: Content Knowledge (Test Code: 5014) – Qualifying Score: 137 Teaching Reading (Test Code: 5204) – Qualifying Score: 155

Why Prepare? Studies have shown that 26% of test takers receive a lower score than they expected Many overestimate their preparedness Success is proven to be directly linked to preparation 19% of test takers do not take advantage of free test prep available Never retake test without preparation

How to Prepare? Praxis Website Test at a Glace (TAAG) Topics Covered Sample Test Questions

Preparation for Test Day Verify your test location Print your admission ticket Assemble your identification (ID) documents Review the list of important items to bring Dress appropriately Review procedural information

Coping with Test Anxiety Three things you need to succeed Prepare: Know where your strengths are and where you need work Organize: Create a study plan Practice: Sit and answer practice questions Preparation, organization, and practice will help you feel more comfortable and help cut down on test anxiety

Smart Tips Do not worry about your score while taking the test Use your energy on the test-don’t get angry with it Keep track of time Read all possible answers before selecting one Be aware of keywords such as NOT, BEST, LEAST, EXCEPT

Smart Tips cont’d.. Scan the answer choices before you start reading the material and working with the problem In multiple choice items, you need to choose the correct answer, but you don’t need to prove it Use process of elimination Do not take too much time on any one question

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