LibGuides: Education Research: Praxis Core Prep

Online Praxis Core Prep: Educational Testing Service (ETS)

Preparation Materials
Select a Praxis® test by name or number to see available test preparation materials.
Praxis® Core Academic Skills for Educators Tests
Become familiar with the three tests that make up the Praxis® Core.
Prepare for a Praxis® Test: Strategy and Tips
Preparation is key and this tip sheet has been curated by ETS to help you feel confident on your testing day.

Online Praxis Core Prep: Khan Academy

Official Praxis® Core Prep
In collaboration with the makers of the Praxis Core, ETS, Khan Academy offers diagnostics to create a personalized study plan for each student. You will need to create a free account.

Vogel Library Praxis Core Prep: Brainfuse

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Offers tools for learners and job seekers. Includes practice tests for the Praxis and GRE.

The Praxis

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Praxis® Core Academic Skills for Educators (Core) Tests measure academic skills in reading, writing, and mathematics, while the Praxis II focuses on subject knowledge.

These tests were designed to provide comprehensive assessments that measure the skills and content knowledge of candidates entering teacher preparation programs.

Iowa Test Requirements

Each state has its own requirements for teacher licensure and certification. In addition, the Iowa Legislature requires the Praxis™ Core Academic Skills for Educators tests for admission into the teacher education program. Students may receive information about the test, registration forms, test-taking assistance, and remediation in the Pathways Center.