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Praxis I PPST


What is the Praxis I PPST?

The Praxis I PPST is one exam that has three parts: a Reading Test, a Mathematics Test, and a Writing Test. When you take the Praxis I PPST, you take all three parts at once or you can take the three parts on different days. This exam has multiple-choice questions as well as an essay section in the Writing Test.


Why am I taking this test?
Many colleges and universities use the Praxis I PPST to evaluate students before they enter teacher education programs. Many states also require these scores to get licensed as a teacher.

Should I guess on answers I'm unsure of when taking this test?
YES! You do not get points taken off for wrong answers. You score is based on the number of questions you answer correctly, so the more questions you answer the better chance you have to get more questions right!


How long does this test take?
The time it takes to complete the test depends on whether you want to take it on the computer or on paper. It also depends on if you want to take all three parts at once or separately. Below is a table for the computer-based exam when all three tests are taken all together:


Test

Number of Questions

Testing Time

Reading

46

75 minutes

Mathematics

46

75 minutes

Break

-

15 minutes

Writing (2 sections)

44
1 essay

38 minutes
30 minutes

Below is a table for the paper-based exam when all three tests are taken together:


Test

Number of
Questions

Testing Time

Reading

40

60 minutes

Mathematics

40

60 minutes

Writing (2 sections)

38
1 essay

30 minutes
30 minutes

 

How can I get more information about the Praxis PPST? How can I register for the exam?
Please visit http://www.ets.org/ and click on the PRAXIS link. On the next page, click "About the Test". Then click "Praxis I".

 

Tara Quilitzsch, CML Graduate Assistant

 

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