The PRAXIS Series (PRAXIS I and PRAXIS II)

The Division of Education at IU Kokomo requires successful passage of two parts of the PRAXIS Series: PRAXIS I and PRAXIS II.  Each portion is described below.  PRAXIS I must be met successfully prior to formal admission into a Teacher Education Program.  PRAXIS II exams are specific to the intended licensure area(s).  The appropriate exam(s) must be met successfully prior to student teaching. 

Very important information is contained in The PRAXIS Series Information Bulletin 2008-09. For example, there is a procedure to request testing accomodations thru Disability Services (page 7) and a process to obtain a fee waiver (page 8). It is highly recommended that you print a copy and read thoroughly.  Only a brief summary of PRAXIS I and PRAXIS II is included on this web site. >>> Bulletin 

PRAXIS I

PRAXIS I, a series of tests, also known as the Pre-Professional Skills Tests (PPST), measure basic academic skills.  There are three portions: Reading, Writing, and Mathematics.  Candidates for the Teacher Education Program (K-6, ECH, and 5-12) must meet the qualifying score for each test prior to formal admission into the Teacher Education Program (TEP). The qualifying score is established by the Indiana Office of Educator Licensing and Development.

Paper and Pencil Version	Test Code	Qualifying Score
PPST Reading	10710	176
PPST Writing	20720	172
PPST Mathematics	10730	175
Computer Version	Test Code	Qualifying Score
PPST Reading	5710	176
PPST Writing	5720	172
PPST Mathematics	5730	175

The paper and pencil version is scheduled on specific Saturdays at specific sites.  PRAXIS I is offered seven times a year on the campuses of 18 Indiana institutions.  However, IU Kokomo administers the test only one time each year.  The scheduled date for 2008/2009 academic year is November 15, 2008 with a regular registration deadline of October 16, 2008. For a complete list of test descriptions, test dates, test sites, deadlines, fee charges, fee payments, and test registraton, access:  www.ets.org/praxis    

IU Kokomo Test Site Number	3326
Code IU Kokomo to Receive Score Report	1337

The computer version is offered at designated sites.  You phone the Test Site for registration. A complete listing of United States computer test sites is available on-line.  However, most IU Kokomo students simply call the preferred Indiana location to arrange an appointment to take the exam(s).  You complete a form and pay fees as directed.  Be sure to code IU Kokomo (#1337) to receive a score report.  The tests are scheduled Monday thru Saturday. NOTE: You are not limited to a specific day if you complete the exams on computer.  You arrange a time with the Test Site that works in your schedule.  

	INDIANA LOCATIONS
	BLOOMINGTON	812-856-0684
	CARMEL	317-575-7653
	EVANSVILLE	812-479-6855
	FORT WAYNE	260-481-4153
	INDIANAPOLIS	317-257-7546
	INDIANAPOLIS	317-486-4541
	LAFAYETTE	765-447-0626
	MERRILLVILLE	219-736-2826
	MISHAWAKA	574-254-1055
	MUNCIE	765-285-1279
	TERRE HAUTE	812-232-6348

ETS has prepared various test preparation materials.  Some are available free.  Access this site to print a free study guide.

PRAXIS I Test Preparation

PRAXIS II

The PRAXIS II exams measures general and subject-specific knowledge and teaching skills.  Each TEP teacher candidate must pass successfully the required exam(s) for licensure prior to student teaching..  The qualifying score is established by the Indiana Office of Educator Licensing and Development. PRAXIS II is offered only by paper and pencil on specific Saturdays on the campuses of designated institutions.  PRAXIS II is not offered on the IU Kokomo campus. For a complete list of test descriptions, test dates, test sites, deadlines, fee charges, fee payments, and test registraton, access:  www.ets.org/praxis   

Student Teaching Eligibility --

PRAXIS II Exam Completion Date

The PRAXIS II exam(s) must be completed no later than sixty (60) days prior to the start of the semester in which the teacher candidate plans to student teach. Therefore, it is recommended that all teacher candidates take the PRAXIS II exam(s) at least one year prior to the semester in which they plan to student teach. The last testing date/month in which the PRAXIS II exam(s) may be taken for those teacher candidates planning to student teach during a Fall Semester is June, and the last testing date/month in which the PRAXIS II exam(s) may be taken for those teacher candidates planning to student teach during a Spring Semester in September.  Given the PRAXIS II  is not administered every month, the aforementioned testing dates/months represent the last testing opportunity for teacher candidates planning to student teach during the respective upcoming semester. For this policy and all other student teaching policies, refer to the Student Teaching Handbook.

Code IU Kokomo to Receive Score Report	1337
PRAXIS II: SUBJECT ASSESSMENTS	TEST CODES	QUALIFYING SCORE
K-6 (Two Exams)
Elementary Education: Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment	10011	165
Reading Specialist	20300	370
ECH (Two Exams)
Early Childhood Education (K-3)	10020	510
Reading Specialist	20300	370
5-12 (One exam for each area of licensure)
Art: Content Knowledge	10133	149
Biology: Content Knowledge	10235	154
Chemistry: Content Knowledge	20245	151
Earth and Space Sciences: Content Knowledge	20571	150
English Language, Literature, and Composition: Content Knowledge	10041	153
Mathematics: Content Knowledge (graphing calculator required)	10061	136
Physics: Content Knowledge	10265	149
Social Studies: Content Knowledge	10081	147
Early Adolescent Generalist 5-9 (Select two of the following)
Middle School: English Language Arts	10049	152
Middle School: Mathematics	20069	156
Middle School: Science	10439	137
Middle School: Social Studies	20089	153

ETS has prepared various test preparation materals.  Some are available free. Access this site to print a free study guide.

PRAXIS II Test Preparation

For further information, please contact your academic advisor.