Praxis Core Analysis

Praxis Core Analysis

Adriana Barraza-Marquez

College of Southern Nevada

EDU 299

June 17, 2017

Dr. Theri L. Wyckoff

Praxis Core Analysis

When I first started college to be an elementary teacher, I didnt know about the

Praxis Core Exam. I found out about the test at the end of my 2nd semester of college. To

my surprise, I was just informed that I cannot transfer to UNLV without passing the

Praxis Core Exam. In order for me to continue college and transfer to pursue my

Bachelors degree, I have to score a passing grade on a reading: 150, writing: 162 and

math test: 150.

When it came to the preparation of my exam, I only studied about two hours for

all three tests. I prepared for the test by taking the ETS practice questions and reading

about the test on the internet. I was going to study more but I found myself very busy and

taking a summer class that was fast paced that wasnt in my favor.

Going into taking my test I perfectly knew I was going to fail. I took the practice

Praxis tests and scored a 30% in math, 33% in writing and 25% in reading. These test

scores are not an accurate representation of my academic skills. When going based off

the scores, I substantially need improvement, and if I were to score the same in the

Praxis, I would miserably fail.

Therefore in my future preparation, I will set time aside to study for the Praxis test

about 9 hours a week. Throughout my journey in college I have made numerous friends

that also will become teachers and have to face the same obstacles. There will be many

opportunities to get together and study for this test. I have already ordered a couple of

books to help me reach my goals of becoming a licensed teacher that is qualified to teach.

Overall I am hoping to be able to transfer at the beginning of next year.