PRAXIS Test Prep

PRAXIS test prep is relatively straight forward. An individual planning to take a PRAXIS test should:

• Familiarize themselves with the topics covered in the test they are going to take. This can be done by obtaining the "Tests at a Glance" (TAAG) publication available online at the Educational Testing Service web site.
• Review notes and textbooks from past course work as it relates to the topics covered for the particular test.
• Practice with sample tests or sample test questions. PRAXIS I test takers may want to consider using the PLATO Pre-Professional Skills Simulated Test that is available on the web (more information is available at www.plato.com).
• Make use of the Diagnostic Preparation Program available from ETS. The PRAXIS Diagnostic Preparation Program gives a test taker custom feedback about their performance for a particular PRAXIS Test. This can be used by individuals who do not achieve a passing score on a test to identify specific challenge areas as well as create a custom preparation plan for that test. The PRAXIS Diagnostic Preparation Program is available for the following PRAXIS tests:
  • Pre-Professional Skills Test (PPST): Mathematics (0730)
  • Computerized PPST: Mathematics (5730)
  • PPST: Reading (0710)
  • Computerized PPST: Reading (5710)
  • PPST: Writing (0720)
  • Computerized PPST: Writing (5720)
  • Education of Exceptional Students: Knowledge Based Core Principles (0351)
  • Education of Exceptional Students: Application of Core Principles Across Categories of Disabilities (0352)
  • Elementary Education: Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment (0011)
  • Elementary Education: Content Knowledge (0014)
  • Elementary Education: Content Area Exercises (0012)
  • English Language, Literature, and Composition: Content Knowledge (0041)
  • Mathematics: Content Knowledge (0061)
  • Physical Education: Content Knowledge (0091)
  • Social Studies: Content Knowledge (0081)
  • Social Studies: Interpretation of Materials (0083)
  • Principles of Learning and Teaching: Grades K-6 (0522)
  • Principles of Learning and Teaching: Grades 7-12 (0524)