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Struggling with the Praxis Core Math? In this post, Kathleen Jasper breaks down the exam's content categories, explains why you should practice with an onscreen calculator, and walks through test-maker strategies for solving ratio, proportion, and inequality questions quickly and confidently.

Get ready for the science subtest on your elementary education exam. This post covers the key topics in earth and space science, life science, and physical science, walks through three practice questions on seasons, food webs, and chemical changes, and explains why inquiry is so often the right answer.

Preparing for the Science of Teaching Reading exam? Kathleen Jasper explains the Fab Five components of reading, what explicit, systematic, and recursive instruction means, and how to think like a reading scientist. She also walks through two practice questions on phonics and flexible grouping so you can see these concepts in action on test day.

The Praxis Core Writing test gives you 100 minutes for grammar questions and two essays. Learn how to think like a test maker, avoid the "that sounds right" trap, master who versus whom, and write argumentative and source-based essays that earn a passing score without reading every word of the prompt.

Getting ready for the Praxis 5004 or 7004 Social Studies subtest? This post breaks down what to study in US history, government, and citizenship, the largest part of the exam, along with geography, world history, and economics. You'll also get two sample questions on map types and comparative advantage, plus a simple tip for using AI to build study timelines.

A breakdown of the think like a test maker strategy for the SLLA 6990 and Praxis 5412, covering good words, bad words, and constructed response tips to help candidates pass with confidence.

There is no silver bullet for the Praxis Coreeading exam, but there is a smarter strategy. Learn how to tackle main idea questions and double passages with proven techniques that help you read less and score more.

Math anxiety is real, but the elementary math certification exam is beatable with the right strategy. This post breaks down the three major skill categories on the 503 and 703 tests, shows you how to work backwards from your answer choices, and walks through real sample questions so you know exactly what to expect on test day.

New teacher interviewing soon? Learn the four talking points, classroom management, academic standards, differentiated instruction, and data-driven decisions, that principals want to hear, plus how to phrase them naturally so you don't sound rehearsed.

A first-year teacher shares the classroom observation feedback that changed her approach to questioning for good: eliminating unison responses, raising the rigor of her questions, and giving students real wait time to think before answering.

Our Praxis 5205 Study Guide 2nd Edition has officially launched! It now includes additional Constructed Response and Extended Response practice, new questions, and QR codes that link straight to video lessons.

A practical guide to writing strong constructed responses on the STR, Praxis 5205, and Foundations of Reading exams, covering how to read the task first, structure your answer paragraph by paragraph, cite specific evidence, and explain your rationale for full credit.

This post breaks down the explicit, systematic, and recursive instruction framework behind the FTCE Foundations of Reading, STR 293, and Praxis 5205 exams, and shows how to think like a test maker to identify correct answers using patterns like good words and the three to one rule.

Heading into a teacher interview? Kathleen Jasper shares a simple three-step checklist covering how to research the school, connect your content area to reading goals, and ask the one closing question every principal remembers.

Learn how to build classroom routines and procedures that stick, from identifying key routines to modeling, practicing, and reinforcing them so your classroom runs smoothly all year.

The Praxis Core exam covers reading, writing, and math at a 10th grade skill level across three timed subtests. This post breaks down what each section tests, who typically takes the exam, and where to find the official ETS blueprint before you start studying.

Wondering how the Praxis 5001 and 7001 differ — and what it means for your exam prep? This post breaks down the science of teaching reading, the FAB Five foundational skills, and the test-taking strategies you need to pass with confidence.

In this blog post, we are breaking down exactly how to approach the constructed response section of reading certification exams...

Getting ready for a teacher interview can feel overwhelming, but walking in with the right preparation makes all the difference. In this post, Kathleen Jasper shares three essential tips every teacher candidate should know before interview day: how to present a solid classroom management plan, how to talk confidently about supporting struggling students through differentiated instruction, and why staying positive — even when discussing a difficult work experience — can make or break your chances of getting hired. Whether you are a first-time teacher or a seasoned educator making a school change, these strategies will help you answer the questions principals care about most.

In this blog post, we are diving into practical, research-backed strategies for supporting English language learners (ELLs) in reading class,...

In this blog post, we are breaking down one of the most overlooked moments in a teacher interview: the end....

In this blog post, we'll break down some of the most important strategies for tackling the Foundations of Reading Test,...

In this blog post, you will learn exactly what school principals evaluate during teacher job interviews — and what you...

In this blog post, we’ll explore the key concepts behind the Praxis Teaching Reading 5205, Foundations of Reading 190/890, and...

In this blog post, the focus is on the messy, beautiful, and often overwhelming journey of becoming a teacher —...