Praxis I: PPST (Cliffs Test Prep) (Paperback)

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The system for success with the Praxis Is, brought to you by the leader in test preparation guides -- CliffsNotes!

CliffsTestPrep PRAXIS I: PPST, 3rd Edition gives you an introduction to the test format and basic strategies. Use the study guide checklist to schedule your study program for maximum benefit. Plus, you can take advantage of the analysis of each type of question or problem and the explanations of the most successful approaches to each area tested. Check out the mathematics review for arithmetic, algebra and geometry -- including diagnostic tests -- and the grammar and usage review that covers all the basics. Multiple full length practice tests give you realistic test questions and complete, clear explanations for each answer. And last but not least, self-analysis charts and score approximators enable you to analyze your performance on the practice tests.

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The inside tips and tricks you need to score big When it comes to pinpointing the stuff you really need to know, nobody does it better than CliffsNotes. This fast, efficient test-prep guide delivers a complete program to help boost your score on the Praxis, including:

• Expert test-taking strategies
• Focused reviews and exercises
• Realistic full-length practice exams
• Comprehensive exam overview
• Action plan for effective preparation
• Accurate self-assessment tests

With savvy tips on how to boost your scores on all sections of the PPST — from the Reading and Math Test to the Writing Test (Multiple Choice and Essay) — this comprehensive guide is all you need to score your highest and get you on the road to teacher certification. Visit the Test Prep ThinkTank @ cliffsnotes.com Free test samples and schedules Free test-taking tips and tricks Free info on other test resources Free CliffsNote-A-Day™ tips Plus hundreds of downloadable Cliffs titles 24 hours a day CliffsTestPrep is there to help CliffsTestPrep guides are available for a full range of standardized tests. See inside for a complete listing of these and other titles in the CliffsNotes family.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 352 pages
• Publisher: Cliffs Notes; 3 edition (August 15, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0764563971
• ISBN-13: 978-0764563973
• Product Dimensions: 10.7 x 8.1 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (27 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #10,601 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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98 of 100 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good review, September 6, 2001

By	Shorty "jillshari" (Owings Mills, MD USA) - See all my reviews

I found this book recently and I was hesitant to buy it because there was no amazon reviews online. I did find a copy of it to flip through in a local bookstore and I liked what I saw. Since I am considering teaching as a second career, I have been told taking the PRAXIS is my next step so I had to start somewhere.

First, it includes an intro to commonly asked questions and strategies. Then it moves on to analyzing the three exam areas and gives may hints as well as specific sample test questions. My favorite part is that it has a Mathematics review complete with pre-test and then review of the specific areas with arithmetic, algebra and geometry which I can use since I am very rusty. It reviews grammar and useage which brought out some good tips. It also included sample essay writing questions and 3 full length tests.

Since I am often a procrastinator, I particularly liked the study guide check off list which I think has helped me stay on course.

This guide had a small section on the CBT so I am probably going to get something else to supplement that area, but I think overall this is a great way to start studying.

42 of 42 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent review guide for Praxis I !!!, July 30, 2002

By A Customer

I purchased and used this study guide 2 months prior to taking the Praxis I. The format is very helpful; it has diagnostic tests for math, reading and writing, as well as math and grammar reviews and 3 full length practice tests. Following the tests, the guide gives you the answers and provides in-depth explanations about each answer. Math has always been my weakest subject, and despite having graduated from high school 17 years ago and just now going back to college in hopes of entering the teacher education field, this study guide helped me so much that I scored 12 points higher than required for my state on the Math section! I highly recommend using this study guide. Though it is primarily geared for the paper-based exam, I took the computer based exam and found the book to still provide very helpful strategies. Good luck on the test!
Gina

34 of 34 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best PPST Prep Book, May 26, 2003

By	"sonya00" (Las Vegas, NV United States) - See all my reviews

-To the point
-Doesn't review unnecessary content like other prep books that I've studied from.
-Gets the job done.
p.s.
-Barron's is terrible; Lots of type-os and incorrect answers.
-The one published by Research and Education Association does a through Math review, unfortunately 90% of it isn't covered on the test.