HOW TO REGISTER FOR PRAXIS I A step-by-step tutorial
HOW TO REGISTER FOR THE PRAXIS I EXAM A step-by-step tutorial What is the praxis I? A series of tests used to measure basic skills in reading, writing, and math The format consists of mostly multiple choice questions along with an essay portion Similar to the SAT Assumes an 8th grade knowledge base What is the Format? Computer based test: Offered year round, almost everyday Available through Learning Assistance Services here on campus Paper based test: Delivered periodically on pre-scheduled dates These are proctored tests Available on campus Praxis exams are only given in English. If English is not your primary language, you may be eligible for extended testing time. What Test Should I Take? Praxis I Test Numbers Reading: Computer based test – 5710 Written test – 0710 Writing Computer based test – 5720 Written test – 0720 Math Computer based test – 5730 Written Test – 0730 Passing Scores: Reading – 177 Writing – 173 Math – 177 Note: The College of Education requires passing scores in each section NOT a cumulative passing score. How Can I Prepare? The ETS website offers a variety of free resources to help you prepare for the praxis exam. The Praxis Series Information Bulletin: http://www.ets.org/s/praxis/pdf/praxis_information_bullet in.pdf Praxis test prep materials: http://www.ets.org/praxis/prepare/materials The Student Services office has prep books available to students. You can take them out for 24 hours at a time. Other resources, such as Cliffs Test Prep, are available through Barnes & Noble and other bookstores. Scoring “All test takers receive a score regardless of the number of questions you answer correctly, with no penalty or subtraction for answering a question incorrectly. It is to your advantage to pace yourself so that you have enough time to carefully consider every question” (ETS). Registering for the Test First step: http://www.ets.org/ ETS (or the Educational Testing Service) develops, administers, and scores a number of standardized tests including the Praxis I and II exams, the GRE, and TOEFL exams. First: Click on the link to the praxis exams. Second: Go the link that allows you to register for a test. The site may seem a little repetitive!! If you are registering for the first time, make sure you document your username and password somewhere for when you register for the Praxis II. Anytime you log in to your account, your homepage will look like this. You can come back here to register for the Praxis II when you are ready. Agree to all the terms and conditions. There are also useful links to the testing requirements and study tools. When you are looking for the test you want to register for, you can either search all of the Praxis exams available in the state of Maryland or jump directly to the Praxis I exams. You will need to decide if you want to take the test on paper or on a computer. You can also take the tests individually or select the last option for the combined test. NOTE: the combined test is offered in computer form only; however, you can register for all three written tests on the same day. Confirm your selection. You can take the test anywhere you want. There is a testing center located right on campus, or you can take the test near your home. You can even take the test out of state if you want!!! The calendar below is linked to all the different times the test is available. Click on the options and choose the time that’s best for you. Double check to make sure all the testing information is correct so far. Next, you will have to decide where to send your scores. The code for the University of Maryland is 5814. Finishing Your Order In addition to UMD, your scores will also be automatically sent to the Maryland Department of Education. Once you have determined where you want your scores sent, you will need to review your order and fill out all of your payment information. Make sure that you print out a copy of the confirmation!! You’re Registered! Praxis I Learning Sites Overview of the PRAXIS I Test: www.ets.org/praxis www.studyguidezone.com/praxistest.htm PRAXIS I Test Practice and Study Guides: www.ets.org/Media/Tests/PRAXIS/pdf/5730.pdf www.ets.org/Media/Tests/PRAXIS/pdf/0730.pdf www.studyguidezone.com/pdfs/praxisteststudyguide.pdf www.testprepreview.com/praxis_practice.htm www.studyguidezone.com/praxis_math.htm Reducing Test Anxiety www.ets.org/Media/Tests/PRAXIS/pdf/01361anxiety.pdf References: http://www.ets.org/ http://www.ets.org/praxis/about/praxisi http://www.ets.org/praxis/register http://www.ets.org/praxis https://www.ets.org/portal/site/iserpraxis/menuite m.1b7fdbe6788d618e6c41265a7beb1509/ Contact Information If you have any questions about anything, feel free to contact me!! Shannon Hayes – [email protected]
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