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Social Studies: Constructed Response (Praxis Study Guides)

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I was hoping for a review of social studies themes, but was sorely disappointed. In the "What to Study" section, it lists no less than 34 texts, none of which were available at my local library. I'm studying for a test, not completing my major! The writing tips (like "Read through the question carefully" and "Do not give incorrect information") were not helpful. The practice questions and test structure information was redundant with the IDS website. I took the test in July '08 and found the quickstudy.com academic outlines to be much more helpful. If it's in your local library, I could see scanning it or using the practice test, but the content is not worth paying for!

The study guides are a great way to study before your Praxis Exam. But be sure to get the additional practice tests because the study guides practice are WAY easier than the real thing!

This book can be purchased directly from the ETS company for $35! And yet, it is being sold for over $90 for new and $70 for used. What's up with that?

This product covers several tests. As such, it only dedicates a few pages to each. The product helps the test taker hone in on what types of things the test scorers are looking for but due to its abbreviated length, stays in the theoretical. There is a practice test with sample responses and how they were scored, which is moderately helpful.

Thanks for your review and tip - I almost bought this book used for over $70 used not including shipping, but I saw your review and went directly to ETS - It is selling new for $35. Thanks for the heads up.