Praxis I  





The Praxis I is a set of basic skills tests in reading, writing and mathematics that is required of all Delaware teachers. Candidates should satisfy this requirement as soon as possible and ideally before beginning ARTC courses. In all cases it must be completed by the end of the school year after the year of hire.

The Department of Education DEEDS website and ETS provide detailed information on passing scores, exemptions for SAT and GRE scores, composite scores and reporting for Delaware.

AVAILABILITY

The Praxis I is available in a paper-and-pencil version at a number of sites around the state. Check the Educational Testing Service (ETS) for places and dates.

The Praxis I is also available in a computer version, which can be taken by appointment at the following test centers:

University of Delaware, 223 Alison Hall, Academy Street , NEWARK, 302-831-6717

Sylvan Learning Center/Prometric Testing Center, One Corporate Commons, 100 W Commons Blvd, Suite 430, NEW CASTLE, DE 19720 , 302-221-1441

Prometric Learning Center, 240 Tilghman Road (at Rt 50), SALISBURY, MD, 410-341-4100

TEST PREPARATION

Most ARTC teachers pass the Praxis I without special preparation. To learn more about the test, visit the ETS website, contact one of the computer centers listed above to inquire about preparation programs, or visit a major bookstore or on-line book dealer. Ask or search for "Praxis I" and you will find a variety of test preparation books and materials.

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