Praxis I  Information and Preparation

(PPST – Basic Skills)

To be admitted to the Teacher Education Program at Edgewood College and enroll in certain education courses, candidates must pass the Praxis I exams.  You can find detailed information about Praxis I requirements below, or you can visit the Praxis website at:

http://www.ets.org/praxis

Praxis I:  Pre-Professional Skills Tests (PPST - paper version) or CPPST, also called CBT (computer version), measure basic skills in reading, writing, and mathematics and are designed to be taken early in your college career.  A student must pass all three areas for licensing purposes and to continue taking certain courses in the Teacher Education Program at Edgewood College.  Students are encouraged to take the Praxis I as soon as possible, preferably before the end of their first or second semester on campus.  Students are allowed three attempts for each section of the Praxis I.  If you receive a “no pass” after your first attempt please see your advisor immediately.

Score Information:  The following chart shows the required minimum scores for licensure in the state of Wisconsin.  These scores are also required for entering the Teacher Education Program at the Emergent Level.  If you do not pass a section, you may repeat the exam for that particular section only.  The Department of Education allows you to take the Praxis I exam three times.  Please see your advisor if you receive a “no-pass” score for any section on your first attempt. 

Fee Information:  The Educational Testing Service (ETS) charges fees for all Praxis series exams.  A limited number of fee waivers are given by ETS.  To request a fee waiver, fill out the appropriate materials found in the Praxis Bulletin.  If you choose to take the paper version, all three exam sections are given at once during the test date.  The computer version allows you to take any combination of exam sections during test dates you personally schedule.  (Fees subject to change upon company determination)

Praxis I (paper version):             Registration Fee:  $40.00

                                                            Fee:  $30.00 for each test section

                                                            Total:  $130.00

Praxis I (computer version)        One Test:  $85.00  (no registration fee)

                                                            Two Tests:  $110.00  (no registration fee)

                                                            Three Tests:  $135.00  (no registration fee)

                                                            Total:  $135.00

Registration Information:

• Registration is required to take the exams.  Detailed information about the exams and registration can be found in the Praxis Bulletin (available outside the Education Office; DeRicci 227) or on the Praxis website at:  http://www.ets.org/praxis
• Special test conditions are available for students whose native language is other than English or for students with disabilities (documentation is required).  See the Praxis Bulletin or your advisor for more information.
• Scores are to be submitted to Edgewood College.  You must enter Edgewood’s code in the score recipient section of your registration materials. 
• To register for the PPST (paper version), fill out the registration form found in the middle of the Praxis Bulletin or on-line by going to the Praxis website at http://www.ets.org/praxis.  The registration form and the required testing fee must be received by Educational Testing Service (ETS) by their registration deadline.                           

·         To register for the CPPST (computer version). Contact the Computer Based Testing Center of your choice to schedule an exam time.  Phone numbers for Computer Based Testing Centers can be found in the Praxis Bulletin.  There are no set dates for these tests.  The testing center in Madison is located at 5520 Medical Circle.  You can schedule an appointment by calling them at:  (608) 231-6270.

Praxis I Test Preparation

There are numerous resources available to assist you with preparation for the Praxis testing series.  All of the following resources can be useful in your efforts towards preparing for the Praxis I.

·         Tests at a Glance:  http://www.ets.org/praxis  These provide information on the type of material covered on the exams as well as sample test questions.

·         ETS  Praxis Series Study Guides can be purchased at:  http://www.ets.org/praxis

·         Numerous study guides are available.  Some recommended guides can be found at:  http://www.testbooksonline.com/pre-praxis.htm. Oscar Rennebohm Library has study guides on reserve and many guides can be purchased at regular book stores.

·         Various free on-line practice tests and preparation materials are available.  These sites can help determine in which areas you may need additional practice.  Some recommended sites are:

http://www.testprepreview.com/praxis_practice.htm   (worth a look!)

http://vc.ecsu.edu/praxis/praxisattackweb/index.html  (a little over-the-top but helpful)

·         Various for-fee PPST preparation courses can be found on-line by doing a search.

·         Student Wisconsin Education Association is a professional organization worth joining.  PPST preparation workshops are often offered during their conferences:   www.student-wea.org

·         ETS Praxis Diagnostic Preparation Program:  For candidates who must re-test.  Receive personalized feedback on your past performance and use the information to identify problem areas and target your study plan.  To order call 1-800-537-3161 or visit www.ets.org/store.html 

·         Learning Support Services are offered at Edgewood.  After examining the Praxis I preparation and practice resources above, you will be able to identify specific areas/topics that may require further review.  You can visit Edgewood’s Writing Center and/or Math Lab when you are prepared to review those skills identified.  For additional information on the resources available through Learning Support Services, visit the website at:  http://edgenet.edgewood.edu/lss.

If you have any further questions, please contact your education advisor.   Good luck!!  

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