Preparation Tips & Resources

 

We cannot stress enough the importance of prioritizing test preparation. These exams are specific and nuanced. They are also quite long. Unfortunately, we have had many corps members  fail these exams despite having majored in the same field as the exams they took. As noted below, the consequences of failing to prepare for a test are significant and costly as retaking tests is expensive. We have seen that corps members who spend at least 60 hours of study time preparing for the CSET and at least 10 hours preparing for the CBEST are most likely to pass on their first attempt.

 

See below for key tips and resources previous corps members have used to prepare for the CSET Exams. Also, Visit our CSET Testing Resources Hub to view links and download study guides used by corps members in the past. 

 

 

Create a Study Guide 

A study guide is an essential resource when preparing for any exam. It offers various tips, tricks, and even practice exams to help prepare you. You can choose to purchase your own or use one available in our resources hub. It is also helpful to create a personalized study plan. Here is a sample study plan. 

 

 

Teachers Test Prep

Teachers Test Prep is a service provided by our region free of charge to help prepare you for the CSET. You will have access to 2 online diagnostic exams and score reports. You will receive more information about this diagnostic in the weekly On-Ramp. Teacher's Test Prep also has a free youtube channel  that helps potential teachers prepare for testing and certfication. They channel offers:

• Additional Resources

• Interactive studying

• Practice exams

• Sample Questions

• Free Study Guides

• Assessment of various content areas

Teacher Test Prep is a virtual and convienent way to prepare for the CSET. To find out more information and videos from TeacherTestPrep vist TestPrep today!

 

 

Strategy & Tips

Here are some quick strategies to prepare and successful execute a good study skills for the Praxis Series Exams.

1. Learn what the test covers 

2. Assess how well you know the content through study guides and practice exams

3. Collect study materials

4. Plan and organize your time

5. Develop a study plan 

6. Practice explaining the key concpets 

7. Understand how questions will be scored