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Butler County Community College - Butler, PA

Class Descriptions - All Online Prep Classes are 5 weeks long

 

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Frequently Asked Questions

What makes our program different from other Praxis resources that are available?

Since the Pass Praxis program began in the Spring of 2000, over 93% of test takers that have completed a Pass Praxis class have passed their exam(s). All Pass Praxis instructors are Pennsylvania certified teachers that teach in the classroom everyday and have taken the Praxis exams. They understand the frustrations that Praxis test takers experience.

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How long are the Pass Praxis online classes?

All Pass Praxis online classes are 5 weeks long. Coursework concludes several days before the ETS test date, but students have access to the class until the test date.

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How do the Pass Praxis online classes work?

  • The online classes are delivered in Blackboard, a virtual learning environment and course management system developed by Blackboard Inc.
  • The online classes are available to students 24/7. Students can logon to the class and complete the work when it is convenient for them, allowing them to prepare for the exams in the comfort of their own home.
  • The online classes provide a thorough content review of the major components of the exams and lots of practice questions to help develop higher order thinking skills that are necessary to pass the Praxis exams.
  • Instructors post a course outline, dividing components into weekly reviews.
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How much interaction will I have with my instructor?

Pass Praxis online classes provide plenty of student-instructor interaction through weekly online chats, posted discussion board topics, and e-mail. Chats are typically provided in the evenings.

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Can I prepare for more than one Praxis exam at a time?

Yes. In each Pass Praxis online class, exam reviews are set up in separate modules so students can prepare for one or more exams at a time.

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What if I have passed two parts of the Praxis I PPST exams and only need help with one?

The Praxis I PPST review has separate modules for reading, writing, and mathematics. Students can prepare for one, two, or all three parts.

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If I register for a Pass Praxis online class, how do I get started?

Students will receive a "How to Get Started" packet in the mail after they register for class.

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How do I register for the Pass Praxis online class?

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PRAXIS I™ Prep Online Class Descriptions

PRAX 111 - PRAXIS™ I PPST View Course Outline(pdf)

This Internet course is designed for both elementary and secondary education teachers and teacher candidates preparing to take the PPST Praxis I Reading, Writing, and Mathematics Exams. Praxis I EDUC 111 online provides plenty of interaction with the instructor through submitted assignments, discussion board topics, and live chats in the chat room in Blackboard. Homework assignments are submitted to the instructor so the instructor can help students discover areas of strengths and weaknesses. Students will learn exam taking strategies, improve reading comprehension, learn how to write an effective essay response, understand key mathematical concepts, and get plenty of practice exam questions. Register Online Now

 

PRAXIS II™ Prep Online Class Descriptions

PRAX 113 - Elementary Education View Course Outline(pdf)

This course is designed for elementary education teachers and teacher candidates preparing to take one or more of the following PRAXIS II™ exams necessary for state licensure:

  • Elementary Education: Curriculum, Instruction, Assessment (0011)
  • Elementary Education: Curriculum, Instruction, Assessment (5011)
  • Elementary Education: Fundamental Subjects: Content Knowledge (5011)
  • Elementary Education: Fundamental Subjects: Content Knowledge (0511)
  • Elementary Education Content Knowledge (0014)

The course focuses on the four key subject areas in the elementary education classrooms, concentrating heavily on reading/language arts. Students will practice cognitive thinking and apply higher order thinking skills to practice questions. The class provides plenty of interaction with the instructor through submitted assignments, discussion board topics, practice exams, and live chats in the chat room in Blackboard. Exam taking strategies and reduction of exam anxiety are also addressed.

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PRAX 114 - Math/Science View Course Outline(pdf)

This course prepares teachers and teacher candidates for one or more of the following Praxis II exams:

  • Secondary Education: Math Content Knowledge 0061
  • Secondary Education: Biology Content Knowledge 0235
  • Secondary Education: General Science Content Knowledge 0435
  • Middle School Mathematics 0069, and Middle School Science 0439

The class provides a thorough review and offers numerous practice exercises and exams. The online format offers flexibility to busy students and professionals. Group chats and discussion board forums allow class participants to communicate with each other and the instructor throughout the course. Register Online Now

 

PRAX 115 - English/Social Studies View Course Outline(pdf)

This course provides a thorough content review for one or more of the following English and/or Social Studies Praxis IIT exam(s):

  • Secondary English Language, Literature, and Composition: Content Knowledge (0041)
  • Secondary Education: Social Studies Content Knowledge (0081)
  • Middle School English Language Arts (0049)
  • Middle School Social Studies (0089)

Numerous summary exercises, exam taking strategies, and practice exams for each topic are covered in the class. The online format offers flexibility to busy students and professionals. Group chats and discussion board forums allow class participants to communicate with each other and the instructor throughout the course.

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Praxis Prep Online Refund Policy

Week one of class – 50% refund

Weeks two-five – 0% refund

 

 

Get Started Today!

Classes start February, 6, 2012

Read PassPraxis class descriptions and figure out which class you need take

View PassPraxis class schedules, then pay tuition and register online .

You will receive a Get Started packet in the mail after you register.

Credit Classes Only - View the credit schedule, tuition and registration process for Pass Praxis Credit Classes

Tuition For Classes

Butler County Residents $140
Other PA Residents $228
Out-of-State Residents $299

 

Praxis Prep Online Refund Policy

Week one of class – 50% refund

Weeks two-five – 0% refund

 

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