Education Majors are required to pass all three sections (math, writing, and reading) of the Praxis Core Test before being admitted to the professional program. Education majors must also pass the Praxis II and PLT tests prior to being recommended for state teaching certification.
Praxis CORE Workshop Powerpoint Fall 2021
Praxis Core
Scoring
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Prior to September 2019 |
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Praxis Core: Reading (5712) |
156 |
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Praxis Core: Mathematics (5732) |
142 |
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Praxis Core: Writing (5722) |
158 |
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Beginning September 2019 |
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Praxis Core: Reading (new code 5713)* |
156 |
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Praxis Core: Mathematics (new test 5733) |
150 |
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Praxis Core: Writing (new code 5723)* |
158 |
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*Previous codes for Reading (5712) and Writing (5722) may be used. |
Composite Score Option
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Minimum Subtest Score (with minimum total score of 464) |
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Praxis Core: Reading (new code 5713)* 152 |
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Praxis Core: Mathematics (new test 5733) 146 |
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Praxis Core: Writing (new code 5723)* 154 |
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*Previous codes for Reading (5712) and Writing (5722) may be used. |
SAT Exemption
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1100+ Composite Score (Evidence-based Reading and Writing and Math)—Candidate may exempt all three sections of Praxis Core. *Tests taken before 2016 must be a total score of at least 1650 (Math, Reading, and Writing) |
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550+ Evidence-based Reading and Writing Score: Canidate may exempt Praxis Core— Reading and Writing |
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550+ Math Score—Candidate may exempt Praxis Core: Mathematics. |
ACT Exemption
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22 Composite Score—Candidate may exempt all three sections of Praxis Core. |
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22 English Score—Candidate may exempt Praxis Core: Reading and Praxis Core: Writing. |
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22 Math Score—Candidate may exempt Mathematics subtest. |
Test Numbers
Combined test (Reading, Writing, and Math): 5752
Reading Test: 5713
Writing Test: 5723
Mathematics test: 5733
The ID codes for USC Aiken and the SC Dept. of Education:
USCA ID# : 5840
SC DEPT. of ED ID# : 8108
Information and registration can be found at https://www.ets.org/praxis
It takes approximately 3-4 weeks for official scores to reach the USCA School of Education office.
Preparation Resources
Follow the links and instructions below to access resources designed to help students study for and prepare to take the PRAXIS Core Tests.
PRAXIS CORE Prep Workshop
Check out the workshop below to assist you in preparing for the tests.
Study Companions
Library Resources
Learning Express Library may be found through the link on this library page
NOTE: Under the "L" section select "Learning Express Library"
If off campus, you (or any student) would be required to login to the database with their USCA id and password (whatever is used for Blackboard). The database is divided into different portals with modules on a number of different things. The portal of interest to you is the “Career Center” where you want to select “Prepare for an occupation exam.” In this area of the portal, one of the options on the left hand menu will be teaching. Under the teaching dropdown, you can choose prepare for the Praxis Core Exams. To get the most functionality out of this resource, you will need to set up an account while on campus. This will allow you to access the practice exams and take timed tests. Each test has a general practice module as well that allows the test taker to review any incorrect answers with an explanation for what the correct answer would have been.
PRAXIS Prep Workshop
The South Carolina Education Association (SCEA) offers prep workshops for the PLT and the Core Academic Skills (Math, Writing and Reading).
Misc. Online and Print Resources
Click on each subject area below to find helpful resources:
Reading
Teachers Test Prep – study guides, practice tests, prep classes
Study.com – practice and study guide
Writing
Study.com – practice and study guide
Teachers Test Prep – study guides, practice tests, prep classes
Math
The list below includes some tutorials, practice guides/worksheets with answer keys, practice tests, and interactive games for practice and support.
NOTE: The initial Praxis Math assessment required for professional program entrance is the Praxis Core Math. Praxis 1 is NO LONGER ACCEPTED for admission.
BOOKS
Core Math Made Easy – by Dr. Lynn Gardner
Praxis 1 Math: My Private Tutor
ISBN-13: 978-1461093145 ISBN-10: 1461093147
NOTE: This is a good resource for the content HOWEVER you will be taking the Praxis Core Math assessment for School of Education program entry.
The Praxis Series Official Guide with CD-ROM, 2nd Ed.
ISBN-13: 978-0071626606 ISBN-10: 0071626603
ISBN-13: 978-1609785840 ISBN-10: 1609785843
McGraw-Hill’s Praxis 1 PPST Practice Tests
ISBN-13: 978-0071787260 ISBN-10: 0071787267
NOTE: This is a good resource for the content HOWEVER you will be taking the Praxis Core Math assessment for School of Education program entry.
ISBN-13: 978-1438003788 ISBN-10: 1438003781
CliffsNotes Praxis 1: PPST, 4th Ed.
ISBN-13: 978-0470454541 ISBN-10: 0470454547
NOTE: This is a good resource for the content HOWEVER you will be taking the Praxis Core Math assessment for School of Education program entry.
ISBN-13: 978-1118532805 ISBN-10: 1118532805
ONLINE RESOURCES
A+ Click - Assessments for all grade levels and topics
Online Math Learning - Tutorials, games
Virginia Department of Education
- Instructional videos for teachers
- Algebraic properties
- Mathematics Vocabulary Word Wall Cards
- EPAT -- VA Electronic Practice Assessment Tool
- Calculator videos
Crest Capital – Resource guide to algebra
Khan Academy - videos on most topics
AAA Math - Tutorials and practice
Kids Zone - Online drills on adding, subtracting, and multiplication
Math is Fun! - Tutorials K-Algebra
Math Playground - Videos, math games to practice skills
Algebra Class - Practice tests with answer keys for Pre-Algebra and Algebra
Interactive Mathematics - Tutorials and practice on basic Algebra and higher
Teachers Test Prep - Practice math tests – free online
Test-Guide.com - Practice tests
NOTE: This is a good resource for the content HOWEVER you will be taking the Praxis Core Math assessment for School of Education program entry.
Praxis Exam Success – Math Practice Tests
MathHelp.com – Praxis Math test prep courses
Study Guide Zone – study guide and resources
- Math Prep 1
- Math Prep 1 Answer Key
- Math Prep 2
- Math Prep 2 Answer Key
- Math Prep 3
- Math Prep 3 Answer Key
- Math Prep Geometry
- Math Prep Geometry Answer Key
Mometrix - Video review lessons and practice tests in all 3 areas
Praxis Prep (via Kaplan Partnership Solutions Institutional Group):
Praxis II
The Praxis II Subject Area Exam(s) and the Principles of Teaching & Learning (PLT) exams must be passed prior to state teacher certification. It is recommended that teacher candidates take the Subject Area exam(s) prior to internship and the PLT during internship.
For the most current list of required Praxis exams, go to the South Carolina Department of Education's Website, under Educator Services.
Additional information and exam registration can be found at the Praxis website.
Helpful Resources
Learning Express Library may be found through the link on this page: http://researchguides.usca.edu/az.php?a=l
NOTE: Under the "L" section select "Learning Express Library"
The portal of interest to you is the “Career Center” where you want to select “Prepare for an occupation exam.” In this area of the portal, one of the options on the left hand menu will be teaching. Under the teaching dropdown, you can choose Prepare for the Praxis II Subject Assessments. To get the most functionality out of this resource, you will need to set up an account while on campus. This will allow you to access the practice exams and take timed tests. Each test has a general practice module as well that allows the test taker to review any incorrect answers with an explanation for what the correct answer would have been.
