Module 2

1. Begin the Journey
“Before anything else, preparation is the key to success”
Alexander Graham Bell

2. To begin this first
step…
• I think it is important to begin to lay a
strong foundation by identifying
general resources and creating a study
plan for yourself. There are many
resources out there and many people
marketing their products to ‘ensure’
your success. However, You can also
be successful using the materials that
are available for no cost.

3. In this module we will look
at some general Praxis study
resources and you will also
create a plan for study.
You will hopefully also be able to attend our
session at NIC every other Tuesday at 6:30
beginning on February 11
Molestead 260 – NIC
I understand that some of you are
not local and can not attend.

4. Some
Things to
Note Some of the resources that I share with you have
options to purchase materials. premium options or
apps, but I encourage you to use the free versions.
You should only purchase those items you absolutely
love!! You will have enough resources shared that are
free, you shouldn’t have to buy things.
Websites specific to the content area will be identified
in each Content Area Module.

5. Planning Your Road to Success
• Let’s look at some tried and true methods for studying and some new ideas as
well.
• I will use the information found in the Praxis Bulletin as a framework
• I have found that they do an excellent job outlining steps that are
research-based.
• I will add additional ideas and materials to enhance the information
• You will need to pick and choose the materials that you find helpful.

6. Get A Notebook!
•You will have a lot of materials to begin to
download. I would suggest that you print them out
and save them into a notebook so that you will have
them at your fingertips when you begin to create
your study plan.
•Many of them will come from the ETS Booklet.
You might save the booklet on your desktop – but
print out the handouts as they come up.

7. Get To Know
The Test
• We’ve discussed the overall basics of the test in the previous
module.
• You are provided 4.25 hours for the entire 5001 exam.
• You are provided 4.35 hours for the entire 7811 exam
• Let’s look at each subtest, the number of questions on the test as
well as the specific skills that they will be assessing.
• Download the Handout. I have provided one for 5001 or 7811
• They provide the overview of each test.
• I would suggest that you look at both – it will give you a
good idea about the test differences so it will help you
decide which one to focus on.

8. Compare the Two!!
• Lay the documents side by side and look at the information that they are assessing
on each.
• If you have been working in the classroom, you might find that 7811 will make
more sense since you will likely have some experience evaluating student learning in
context of the content being taught.
• Read the explanations carefully. Then consider what foundational background that
you have as you try to decide which test to take.
• Look at each of the sub-topics that identifies the content to be covered in each test.
• Check off the items where you think you might feel strongest.

9. Reading-Language Arts
5002
• Time: 90 min. – Select Response
• 80 questions – focusing on broad
knowledge of language arts and related
competencies.
7812
• Time: 90 min. - Selected response and
numeric entry
• 60 one-point questions and 3 two-
point questions measure two kinds of
content knowledge.

10. Math
You are provided an on-line calculator for both tests
5003
• Time: 65 minutes; Format: Selected
response and numeric entry
• 50 questions focus on the broad
knowledge of mathematics
7813
• Time: 85 minutes; Format: Selected
response and numeric entry
• 47 one-point questions and 5 two-point
questions measure two kinds of content
knowledge.

11. Science
5005
• Time: 50 minutes-Selected response. It also
offers an online calculator
• 50 questions based on the material typically
covered in a bachelor’s degree program in
elementary education
7814
• Time: 60 min. - Selected response – No
mention of a calculator
• 47 selected-response questions
measure two kinds of content
knowledge.

12. Social Studies
5004
• Time: 50 min. - Selected response
• 55 questions are based on the material
typically covered in a bachelor’s degree
program in elementary education.
7815
• Time: 50 min. - Selected response
• 60 questions are based on the material
typically covered in a bachelor’s degree
program in elementary education.

13. Brain Break!
It is Time to Take a Break

14. Try This!!
• Brain breaks do not
have to last long but
they are very beneficial
in the classroom!
• They are FUN!!

15. Even ALEXA
Gets Into It

16. Now that you are refreshed…
Back to Preparing for the Praxis

17. Determine What You Already Know
• As you go through the listing of content that is covered in the test, I imagine that you are getting
a bit overwhelmed. DON’T !! You will find that you really have a great background in most of
this – Now to refresh your thoughts.
• Check the things that you feel that you know. Mark the items you feel you are weaker in.
• Now, Let’s narrow it down even more– Download the “practice” test in this module for
each content area. These are directly from the ETS Bulletin. Take each test.
• I would suggest that you concentrate on the Reading/LA first.
• After you take the test – download the answer key and go through each answer, marking the ones
you did know – put a star by the ones that you just had NO CLUE what to answer.
• You might consider focusing next on Social Studies, then Science or Math to finalize them all, but
don’t do them all in one day.

18. Time to
Buckle Down
• Once you’ve taken the “Practice” – Practice Test (the other one
comes later!) you need to buckle down and come up with a plan.
• First – Decide when you will take the test itself. That gives you a
site to set for your goal.
• Remember – If you are planning on attending Summer 1
this year, you MUST register for the test by April 3. You
will submit a copy of your registration form at the
Orientation Interviews. You will need to take the test NO
LATER than the first week of May
• If you are a Summer 2 student – I MUST have your passing
scores for any tests you retake in the 5001 series BEFORE
you can register for Summer courses in mid-April. You
may not attend Summer 2 without passing scores in the
Multiple Subjects test 5001 or 7811.
• In order to be able to register for student teaching in the fall
I MUST have the passing scores for you Endorsement Test
by May 1. If I do not receive your Endorsement scores by
that deadline, you will have to wait until Spring to complete
your student teaching.

19. Collect Study Materials
• Next, begin to collect general study materials that can help as you study the
overall test. I will provide a few examples AND I have a lot of materials that
you will have access to in the modules for each content area.
• Some other suggestions
• Textbooks and/or Notes from previous courses that relate to the content covered.
• The local Library – you can find Praxis Test Prep Books there too!!
• Begin to organize the resources you gather.

20. Plan and
Organize
Your Time
Based on the date that you have registered for the
course, begin to count backwards and schedule in
dates and times for your study sessions.
Don’t forget to add our
Study Group sessions to
your calendar.
Currently we have
scheduled -- February 11
-- February 25 – March
10 to start
Set a realistic plan for your study sessions and
stick to it! Consider finding a study buddy – this
will help to keep you accountable!!
Develop a Study Plan

21. Develop a
Study Plan
Consider the
SMART Principles
This will get you thinking

22. Study Plan
There are different ways to
develop a plan for study.
The PRAXIS guide has one
version
You can also check out things available online!
Locate some of the links in the folder labeled “Study Plan”
Find a Template or Idea that works for you.

23. Study Tips
Prepare in Advance and Give Yourself Plenty of Time
Don’t wait until the week prior to the test
Use visuals! Flow Charts – Diagrams – Video
Talk It Out! Explain your answers to others
This is one of the benefits that you will find when meeting with the
Study Group
Take Breaks – Drink Plenty of Water – Have Healthy Snacks
to Nibble On
Check Out the Video on the Pomodoro Technique

24. Watch The Video
on the Pomodoro
Technique
It is also available in the Folder
Consider how this technique might
be helpful to you as you develop
your Study Plan.

25. At The End of This Presentation
You Will Develop Your Plan
Upload your plan to Blackboard!!

26. Study Topics
• Download the Study Topics Handout from ETS for each subject – located in each Content
Folder (or you can find it on beginning on pg. 43 (5001); pg. 86 (7811) of the Bulletin
• These guides are, “intended to help you organize your preparation for the test and to give you a
clear indication of the depth and breadth of the knowledge required for success on the test.”
• ETS also states, “you are not expected to be an expert on all aspects of the topics”
• “Try not to be overwhelmed by the volume and scope of content knowledge in this guide.
Although a specific term may not seem familiar as you see it here, you might find you can
understand it when applied to a real-life situation.”
• “Many of the items on the actual test will provide you with a context to apply to these topics or
terms. ”
Praxis Study Guides - Free Online. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.teacherstestprep.com/praxis-study-guides

27. First Step - Study Topic Guides
• The Study Topic Guides are available separately so you can focus on one a
time or download all of them at once 
• These Topic Guides are meant to provide you with the basic content that will
be covered on the test and also help you begin your focused study.
• There are Questions “for Discussion” that are scattered throughout each
guide, to “help improve your understanding of fundamental concepts and
will probably help you answer a broad range of questions on the test.”
• Other resources for each subject are located in the Subject Folders

28. Resources
• I have provided numerous content specific
study resources.
• Each Content Area Folder will have specific
materials for that area. The content area ‘ETS
Study Topics Guides”are located in their
specific folder.
• Check each folder for the materials related to
the specific content such as vocabulary lists,
informational handouts, videos to view, etc.
• There are, however, many “General
Resources” that might also help ….

29. Phone Apps
• You can Study from Anywhere!
• Waiting in line – Waiting for the water
to boil
• Links Available in Folder
• Most of them do not cost anything

30. Phone Apps
Pocket Prep
• I tried this one out and loved it!
• You do NOT have to purchase the
Premium Package.
• The questions provide explanations for the
answers – which is helpful to study!!
• You can set it up to ask you questions
throughout the day through notifications.
You can also Reset the test and
Quizlet
• A great study tool. You can use it on your
phone or on your computer.
• Locate questions specific you’re your tests
through the Search – Praxis ###
• Set up games or Flashcards
• Use with a Study Partner

31. Flashcards for Phone or Computer
Brainscape
• Flashcards for Praxis 5001 test
• I tried it and it was challenging, but it
uses brain theory to drill you on the
questions you do not know.
• There is a free version and of course
there are options to ‘upgrade’
Praxis Core Flashcards
• By Magoosh
• Explanations and Examples for the
basic content areas.
• Flashcards for English basics and
Math Concepts

32. Study Plan Apps
To Help You Create Your Study Plan
Timetable
• App for all your homework plans
• Looks easy to use – One review states:
• Class Timetable is an incredibly
simple app that allows you to keep track of
classes and assignments.
• The home screen is a simple list of your
classes for that day, while a separate Tasks
window shows your assignments and when
they are due.
Evernote
• Highly Rated but It Costs!!
• Their website states:
• Create notebooks, organizers, planners and
organize them any way you want
• - Sync your notes and notebooks across your
devices so your information is always with you.
• It is an overall Note taking app and Planner

33. Pomodoro Timers
•https://tomato-timer.com/
•https://www.marinaratimer.com/yN3dCm
•https://pomofocus.io/
•There are numerous times available online!!

34. Kahn Academy
Partnered with ETS to Provide Study Resources

35. Study – Review
Books
• The local library has many review books. Check with our LC Library as well!
• They are pricey to purchase.

36. Now That You Have A Basic Foundation,
It’s Time to Plan
Develop Your Study Plan
Upload It To Blackboard
There is NO Right or Wrong Way
Just Show Me That You Have A Plan That You Can Stick With