What You Should Know About Praxis Tests
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What You Need to Know About Praxis Tests
Summary:
The Praxis test series is essential for obtaining teacher licensure in the United States. These tests are required by 44 states and territories and are used by educational agencies and institutions to make licensing and program admission decisions.
Understanding the Praxis Test Series:
The Praxis exams are a set of standardized tests designed to evaluate the knowledge and skills of aspiring teachers. These are crucial for teacher licensure in most U.S. states and are also used by many colleges and universities in their education programs.
The Praxis tests are divided into three distinct categories:
1. Praxis I: Core Academic Skills for Educators
- Purpose: Assesses basic academic skills necessary for teaching.
- Skills Tested: Reading, writing, and mathematics.
- Format: Available in both paper-based and computer-based formats.
- When to Take: Typically during the early stages of a teacher’s college education.
2. Praxis II: Subject Assessments
- Purpose: Evaluates subject-specific knowledge and teaching skills.
- Components:
- Subject Assessment
- Principles of Learning and Teaching (PLT)
- Teaching Foundations
- When to Take: Required for entry into the teaching profession and for certification and licensure in many states.
3. Praxis III: Classroom Performance Assessments
- Purpose: Assesses practical teaching abilities within a classroom environment.
- Method: Includes direct observation, interviews, and evaluation of teaching documentation such as lesson plans.
- Setting: Conducted in a classroom with comprehensive assessment criteria across four domains.
While Praxis III is widely used for licensing decisions, it may not be necessary for employment for teachers who are already licensed.
How to Register for the Praxis Test:
- Determine the Test: Contact your state's Department of Education to identify which Praxis test you need.
- Scheduling and Format: Some tests are computer-based, while others require visiting a designated testing center. Praxis III requires a classroom setting.
- Registering:
- Visit the [ETS website](http://www.ets.org) to register online.
- Alternatively, fill out a registration form obtained from a Praxis test bulletin from Testing Services.
- Registration forms are not downloadable, so be sure to send them via mail ahead of the deadline.
- You will receive an admission ticket detailing your testing location and requirements.
Missed Registration Deadline:
If you miss the registration deadline, you may try to secure a spot as a standby on the test day. Contact ETS to find available testing centers.
Being well-prepared for the Praxis tests is crucial for a successful teaching career, ensuring that you meet the necessary educational standards and requirements.
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