PRAXIS II Elementary Education: Curriculum, Instruction, Assessment (0011/5011) w/CD-ROM 2nd Ed. (PRAXIS Teacher Certification Test Prep) - Softcover

Grey EdD, Shannon; Price Davis Ed.D., Anita

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0738609587 ISBN 13: 9780738609584

Publisher: Research & Education Association, 2011

Synopsis

REA’s PRAXIS II Elementary Education: Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment (0011/5011) Test Prep with TestWare CD

Gets You Certified and in the Classroom!

Updated Second Edition!

Nationwide, more than 5 million teachers will be needed over the next decade, and all must take appropriate tests to be licensed. REA gets you ready for your teaching career with our outstanding library of Teacher Certification test preps!

Scoring well on the PRAXIS II Elementary Education: Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment Test (0011/5011) doesn’t just help you get certified to teach, it helps you build your career!

This new edition of our popular PRAXIS II test prep was designed to help teacher candidates master the information on the paper-based (0011) and computer-based (5011) Elementary Education exam. This test prep is perfect for college students, teachers, and career-changing professionals who are seeking certification as Elementary Education teachers.

Written by education experts and fully aligned with the latest test specifications, our comprehensive review chapters cover all the topics tested on the exam: curriculum, instruction and assessment in reading and language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, the arts, and physical education.

Two full-length, multiple-choice practice tests in the book simulate the actual PRAXIS Elementary Education exam. Each practice test is balanced to include every type of question, subject area, and skill tested on the exam. Our practice tests replicate the PRAXIS question format, allowing you to assess your skills and gauge your test-readiness.

The book’s two exams are included on CD in a timed format with instant scoring, diagnostic feedback, and on-screen detailed explanations of answers. Our TestWare CD offers the most powerful scoring and diagnostic tools available today. Automatic scoring and instant reports help you zero in on the topics and types of questions that give you trouble now, so you’ll succeed when it counts!

Every practice exam comes with detailed feedback on every question. We don’t just say which answers are right—we explain why the other answer choices are wrong—so you’ll be prepared on test day. Our detailed explanations of answers let you identify your strengths and weaknesses while building your skills. This complete test prep package comes with a customized study schedule and REA’s test-taking strategies and tips.

This test prep is a must-have for teacher certification candidates across the country!

REA books and software have proven to be the extra support teacher candidates need to pass their challenging tests for licensure. Our comprehensive test preps are teacher-recommended and written by experts in the field.

About this title

From the Back Cover:

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PRAXIS II Elementary Education: Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment (0011)

The Most Complete Subject Review:
Everything you need to know for the PRAXIS II Elementary Education: Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment (0011) exam, prepared by leading teacher education specialists. Comprehensive review chapters cover all the subjects and skills tested on the exam.

The Best Practice Exams Available:
2 full-length practice exams based on the official PRAXIS test – balanced to include every topic and type of question you can expect on the actual PRAXIS II Elementary Education: Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment exam.

Total Explanations of Questions & Answers:
Each PRAXIS II Elementary Education: Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment practice test comes with detailed feedback on every question. We don’t just say which answers are right – but explain why the others are wrong, so you’ll be prepared on test day!

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REA’s focused PRAXIS II Elementary Education content and practical advice has helped millions succeed on their exams. With our step-by-step study plan, you can score high on the PRAXIS and get certified to teach!

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About the Author:

Dr. Shannon Grey has had a successful career in education for over sixteen years. Dr.Grey graduated with honors with a B.S. in Early Childhood Development from New York University. She received her Master of Education degree from Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey’s Graduate School of Education, with a specialization in Elementary Language Arts. Dr. Grey earned her Ed.D. from Rutgers in the area of Sociological and Philosophical Foundations of Education, specializing in Curriculum Theory and Development.

Dr. Grey taught elementary school for thirteen years in highly acclaimed public schools. During her time as a teacher she served as a mentor for novice educators, staff developer, and chairperson for several school-based and district-wide committees. Dr. Grey was also the co-creator of a summer institute aimed at instructing students in the areas of language arts and mathematics. As a faculty lecturer, she has taught classes in teacher education at Rutgers University. For several years Dr. Grey supervised student teachers for Princeton University’s Program in Teacher Preparation. Currently Dr. Grey teaches at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey.
Dr. Anita Price Davis is The Charles Dana Professor Emerita of Education and was the Director of Elementary Education at Converse College, Spartanburg, South Carolina. Dr. Davis earned her B.S. and M.A. from Appalachian State University and her doctorate from Duke University. She also received a postdoctoral fellowship to Ohio State University for two additional years of study.

Dr. Davis had worked more than 36 years at Converse College, where she served as the faculty advisor for Kappa Delta Epsilon, a national education honor organization. She also worked 5 years as a public school teacher. Dr. Davis has received wide recognition for her work, including a letter of appreciation from the U.S. Department of the Interior, inclusion in Contemporary Authors, and a citation of appreciation from the Michigan Council of the Social Studies. She has authored/coauthored 23 funded grants for Converse College. She has served as a mentor and was a two-time President of the Spartanburg County Council of the International Reading Association. The state of South Carolina twice named her an outstanding educator, and she was twice a nominee for the CASE U.S. Professor of the Year.

Dr. Davis has authored, co-authored, and edited more than 80 books. She has written two college textbooks titled Reading Instruction Essentials and Children’s Literature Essentials. Dr. Davis has published several history books and is also the author of more than 80 papers, book reviews, journal articles, and encyclopedia entries.

About this edition

• Publisher: Research & Education Association
• Publication date: 2011
• ISBN 10: 0738609587
• ISBN 13: 9780738609584
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 336