English to Speakers of Other Languages (Praxis Study Guides) [Paperback]

Educational Testing Service (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 088685332X | ISBN-13: 978-0886853327 | Publication Date: February 1, 2005

Complete with a targeted review of all the material on the selected Praxis exam in addition to a full-length practice test, these test preparation guides are written by the makers of the real tests. Thorough explanations of the answers are provided and helpful test-taking strategies are found throughout the guide. The three categories of assessments covered correspond to the three milestones in teacher development—academic skills assessment, subject assessment, and classroom performance assessment. Reflecting the rigorous and carefully validated nature of the exams, these guides provide beginning teachers the information needed to succeed.

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Educational Testing Service (ETS) is the world’s premier educational testing organization and the only publisher of GRE and TOEFL test preparation materials containing authentic test questions from start to finish.

Product Details

• Paperback: 80 pages
• Publisher: Ets/Educational Testing Service (February 1, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 088685332X
• ISBN-13: 978-0886853327
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.3 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #471,310 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Praxis Study Guide/ESOL, September 27, 2006

By 

BonnieP - See all my reviews

This review is from: English to Speakers of Other Languages (Praxis Study Guides) (Paperback)

This guide really helped me study for the ESOL Praxis exam -- and pass it. I studied 6 weeks, using the guide, before I took the actual test. I found the practice test in the study guide an invaluable tool. I took the practice test 5 or 6 times and each time, I scored higher. Although there were only 1 or 2 questions from the study guide on the actual test, I would highly recommend buying the guide. I did an Internet search on all the different parts of the test and structured my study around those areas. Since I've never taken a course in linguistics, that was my weakest point. The listening part of the test was really difficult for me. The CD that comes with the guide is a good representation of what to expect from the listening part of the Praxis. The way the listening part of the actual test is given does not afford you enough time. Actually the time that is given is not structured well. I think the Praxis folks need to work on a better presentation of the listening part of the test. Since it had been years since I'd filled-in a bubble sheet, the one in the study guide was helpful! I think the study guide built up my self confidence. At least I had a good idea of what to expect on the test!

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars ESOL PRAXIS STUDY GUIDE, April 10, 2007

By 

Monica B. Trujillo (North Carolina) - See all my reviews
(REAL NAME)   

Amazon Verified Purchase

This review is from: English to Speakers of Other Languages (Praxis Study Guides) (Paperback)

Great study guide for those who intend on taking this test. Very good feedback on the back pages directing you to the areas of weakness, so you know exactly what you need to review more of!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Simplistic and Good content, May 4, 2008

By 

CEE "C Power" - See all my reviews

This review is from: English to Speakers of Other Languages (Praxis Study Guides) (Paperback)

A simplistic book with enough content to help learners prepare for the ESOL Praxis exam. Use it as a guide to gain an understanding of the types of questions to prepare for on the test.