This is a sample constructed response question. The student should carefully read and answer this question in essay form. Upon reading the question, the student should note that the question is requesting two separate answers
Praxis 7 because the question is a two-part question. Therefore, it is very important that the student reads the entire question and determine what information it is requesting before writing out his/her response. (Edge)
Conclusion
In conclusion, in most states, all students who wish to become teachers in the areas of Science or any other discipline will have to complete the Praxis test. The Praxis II test, code 0014 for elementary Science is one part of the Praxis required for all forthcoming elementary teachers. It contains multiple choice questions and constructed response questions in the areas of general (reading, writing, and mathematics), the content and subject area (Science, Mathematics, Social Studies, History, Physical Education and Foreign Languages) and a practicum of actual classroom teaching that is mentored by a certified teacher. Students can prepare for these test by learning how to read and interpret the questions and by paying attention to how and why he/she answer each question. A review of the content area or the general subject areas is recommended before the test. It is not necessary to try to relearn the subject areas before the test because this test is to test the student's overall acquired knowledge...
The tests can be taken more than one, so if one does not pass the first time, one can return and retest in the area not passed.
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Finally, preparation for the Praxis begins at the beginning of the teacher education program. For this reason, many colleges required the student to take the first part of the Praxis before admission in to the Education program. It is a good assessment of the student's true ability and an educational and informative way to begin one's teaching career before the credentials are issued.
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