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      Praxis II Resources & Study Guide

      This guide will help you get started with your Praxis or state content exam study with free online learning resources.

      Passing high-stakes standardized tests definitely takes effort, and you are not alone! Please read through our FAQ  document for the most current Praxis requirements by state. Then leverage this webpage for free learning resources and guides.

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      Steps for Success on Praxis II

      1. Review topics for each Praxis exam HERE
        Learn more about specific content covered on each test here
      2. Take  practice tests HERE
        To establish a starting point, become familiar with the types of questions you’ll see and find explanations for correct answers. Ex- study.com
      3. Create a Study Plan
        Set clear goals and deadlines to focus your study efforts on areas of improvement and optimize your study time
      4. Review tips and test-taking strategies
        Understand why questions are asked in certain ways and how to analyze and answer them
      5. Check on Testing Accommodations
        See if you qualify for accommodations HERE when taking the Praxis exams; please note that ETS states that it takes them 6 weeks to review documents; as such, we recommend applying for accommodations at least 8 weeks before your test date
      6. Need help with testing costs? 

        Prepare months in advance for Praxis exam fees. Check out our guide HERE for ways to cover your Praxis costs

      Study.com

      This free online test prep resource will help you build the reading, writing, science, and mathematics skills needed to succeed on the Praxis test. With your Study.com account, you can:

      1. Study strategically with test-aligned lessons, created by education experts and endorsed by the makers of the exam
      2. Create a personalized study plan that turns your weaknesses into strengths
      3. Watch engaging videos or read transcripts to refresh your understanding of concepts that are covered on the Praxis tests.
      4. Practice with full-length exams or practice questions
      5. Online tutors are accessible at any time to answer any lesson topic questions you may have as you progress through this course

      Free Tutoring Resources

      Free Practice Tests and Study Materials This resource will help you understand and identify: Action Plan
      Arkansas State Department of Education tutoring resources HERE
      1. Arkansas Foundations of Reading exam tutoring
      2. General test prep resources
      3. Praxis test specific tutoring
      		 Visit this site to explore tutoring available to Arkansas candidates
      1. Teaching Reading 5205 HERE
      2. Principles of Teaching and Learning 5622 HERE
      3. Elementary Education Multiple Subjects HERE
      1. The types of questions asked 
      2. The content covered 
      3. Areas of focus for studying
      1. Create  a study plan with areas of focus after taking the practice tests -example HERE
      2. Take practice exams to work on growth areas
      Tips for approaching Praxis exams with confidence HERE This guide provides test-taking strategies and tips that help mentally prepare you for your Praxis exams Find test taking strategies that best suite your needs.
      Video explaining content covered on Teaching Reading exam HERE This video breaks down each topic covered on the test and will help you identify areas of focus  Study.com practice exams 
      240 Tutoring Free Resources Practice tests, scoring guides, test format and more! This link has all of the free resources in one page for easy access 240 Tutoring access to many practice exams and study materials

      Recommended  Supplemental Study Materials

      Resource Link What’s Included Example

      Mometrix Praxis Elementary Education Multiple Subjects 5001 Secrets Study Guide - 3 Full-Length Practice Tests, Exam Review with Step-by-Step Video Tutorials: [4th Edition]
      • Guided practice for each content area 
      • Videos and practice questions 
      • Practice exams

      Informational Text Video 


      Descriptive Text Video
      Praxis Elementary Education Multiple Subjects 5001 by Kathleen Jasper    
      Join a PRAXIS Facebook group Ex: “Mrs. Claire's OFFICIAL Praxis Preparation Page”
      • Peer support
      • Strategies and best practices
      • Sample exams and study materials i.e. flashcards
      		  

      Video- Praxis Study Plan 7000  Series (LA candidates only)

      Resource Link What’s Included

      Praxis 7001 Elementary Exam - 

       
      • Learn the differences between the 5000 series and the 7000 series
      • Layout of content of each test
      Praxis 7002 Teaching Reading -

       
      • Practice test questions

      Praxis 7003 Math - 

       

      		  
      Praxis 7004 Social Studies - 

       

      		  
      Praxis 7005 Science -

       

      		  

       

      Published Dec. 4, 2024