PRAXIS 5205 · STUDY GUIDE
Praxis 5205 Study Guide: Teaching Reading: Elementary
The Praxis 5205 has 90 questions in 2.5 hours. Here's what's on it, how much each section counts, and the fastest way to study it.
What to study for the Praxis 5205
I. Phonological and Phonemic Awareness and Emergent Literacy
11%II. Phonics and Decoding
15%III. Vocabulary and Fluency
18%IV. Comprehension of Literary and Informational Text
18%V. Written Expression
13%VI. Assessment and Instructional Decision Making
25%Spend your study time in proportion to these weights — the biggest sections earn the most points.
A simple study plan
- Take the free diagnostic to see your weakest sections
- Work through guided lessons, weakest section first
- Lock in vocabulary with flashcards and memory tricks
- Finish with timed practice tests until you're above the passing score
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