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Praxis Core Exam Analysis

Evelyn J. Hernandez

College of Southern Nevada

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Exam Requirements

Considering that the Praxis Core Exam measures academic skills in reading, writing and

mathematics, individuals considering on becoming educators must take each subject exam. In

order to be able to be admitted into a university in Nevada, such as, UNLV, NSC, or UNR, and

be able to enter their teacher preparation programs, each candidate must successfully pass the

Praxis Core Academic Skills for Educators test. To continue a bachelor’s degree in education,

“many states also require Praxis Core scores as part of their teacher licensing process”.

Praxis Core Academic Skills for Educators Passing Scores

 Core Academic Skills for Educators: Reading (156)

 Core Academic Skills for Educators: Writing (162)

 Core Academic Skills for Educators: Mathematics (150)

Exam Preparation

Prior to taking the Praxis Core exam practice test, I purchased a study textbook which

has been highly recommended by several professors and even my university advisor called

Praxis Core for Dummies. I studied the book and did several practice questions similar to the

ones in the real exam. A CSN math tutor also recommended me an online resource called,

teachersprep.com. It was very helpful to be able to use such resource which provides many tips

and recommendations on what to expect in the real exam. My education professor also provided

me with additional links where I can get better prepared for the test.

Exam Results

After completing the mathematics practice test, I received a 58%. I tried my hardest to

solve and answer each question correctly, which is why I was very surprised to see my total
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score because I thought I did a lot better than that. This mean I have some improvement to do.

What I was most shocked about was to see the final score for the reading practice test. After

completing the reading practice test, my final score was 28%. Initially, my main concern was

mathematics, but after seeing both outcomes, I know I got major studying to do.

(I just took the real Praxis Core Exam two weeks ago which passed the writing exam both parts

questions and two essays which is why I did not do the practice test on teachers prep. I will

provide and submit a copy of my Praxis results to show the passing score for writing).

Future Exam Preparation

To better prepare for the Praxis Core exam and be able to pass, I need a lot more

studying. Since I already took the combined Praxis Core Exam (5751), and was only able to pass

the writing portion, I will focus on the remaining portions individually (mathematics and

reading) individually and only take one test at a time. To be better prepared, I will put more

effort in studying and reading my Praxis Core for Dummies textbook at least three more times

and review two days prior to taking the test. Also, I will go over the links provided by my

professor again. I will go to a campus library away from easy distractions (like kids), and study

every day. For the moment I don’t plan on taking the C-BEST exam as an alternative. I will feel

more accomplished successfully passing the Praxis Core exam for educators.