Praxis Exam Scoring and Structure

Kathleen Jasper explains how to estimate Praxis exam scores, differentiating between raw and scale scores. She emphasizes that the method is not endorsed by ETS and is an approximation. The video covers calculating scores for both selected response and constructed response questions, providing a formula for estimation. Jasper advises aiming for a 75% correct rate on practice tests for a safe passing range. A score calculator is available for download to assist with these calculations.

What is the main focus of the video by Kathleen Jasper?

• How to prepare for the Praxis exam

• How to calculate your Praxis exam score

• How to register for the Praxis exam

• How to study for the Praxis exam

What is the disclaimer given by Kathleen Jasper regarding the score calculation method?

• It is endorsed by ETS

• It is the only way to determine readiness

• It is an estimation and not endorsed by ETS

• It is an exact science

What is a raw score in the context of the Praxis exam?

• The total number of questions on the test

• The total number of correct answers

• The percentage of correct answers

• The difficulty level of the test

Why are scale scores used in the Praxis exam?

• To make the test easier

• To ensure all test forms are equally difficult

• To increase the number of questions

• To provide a raw score

What is the range of scale scores for the Praxis exams?

• 200 to 300

• 100 to 200

• 0 to 100

• 300 to 400

In the example given, what is the passing score for the test with 120 questions?

• 176

• 146

• 156

• 166

What percentage correct should you aim for on practice tests to be in the safe zone?

• 75%

• 60%

• 90%

• 50%

How many constructed response questions are on the special education test 5543?

• One

• Four

• Two

• Three

What is the total percentage of the exam that constructed response questions account for in test 5543?

• 10%

• 75%

• 25%

• 50%

What should you do to use the score calculator tool?

• Share it with others

• Download it to your computer

• Print it out

• Edit it directly in Google Docs