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Megan
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Master of Arts, Educational Administration
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Tino
I recently graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with a BA in philosophy, with special honors from the department. Within philosophy, my interests are in logic, the philosophy of math, the philosophy of language, and ethics - each broadly construed. Outside of philosophy, I have interests in w...
University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
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Christabel
I graduated with honors from Wheaton College (IL) with a B.A. in English, Writing and a Certificate in Early Church History. While studying, I worked as a Writing Consultant where I empowered undergraduate and graduate students to write clearly and persuasively and to read their own work with a crit...
Wheaton College (Illinois)
Bachelor in Arts, English, Writing

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4+ years
I have had previous tutoring experience in elementary and high school math, design and English classes. I have worked with various students on their comprehension skills, along with their abilities at problem solving.I graduated in 2012 from Pennsylvania State University with a major in Architecture...
Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus
Bachelors, Architecture

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10+ years
Dylan
Do you ever go into class thinking, "Okay, I am 100% focused and I will completely understand everything my teacher says", and leave thinking "What just happened?!?"... It's not uncommon. Often times you might just be one concept behind and are always trying to play mental catch-up during lecture. O...
University of North Florida
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9+ years
Stephen
In the fall of 2007, I fulfilled a dream by attending the University of Notre Dame. There I majored in Classics and Pre-Professional Studies. Following my college career, I obtained a Masters degree in Biomedical Sciences from Midwestern University in Downers Grove.I have always been fascinated with...
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Tamara
I am a graduate of Barnard College, Columbia University where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics and Economics. My academic interests while at Barnard were focused on microeconomics and statistical research. I am a believer that a strong education can propel you to achieve your goals. I t...
Barnard College
Bachelor in Arts, Economics
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The PRAXIS Core Reading test focuses on your ability to understand and analyze written passages. You'll encounter questions about main ideas, supporting details, inference, vocabulary in context, and text structure. The exam includes both informational and literary passages, requiring you to identify author's purpose, tone, and implicit meanings. A tutor can help you develop strategies for different question types and practice with real exam passages to build confidence.
Strong reading comprehension improves through active reading strategies and targeted practice. Effective approaches include annotating passages, identifying main ideas before answering questions, and practicing retrieval—answering questions without looking back at the text first. Many students struggle with inference questions or managing time across multiple passages. Personalized tutoring helps you identify your specific weak areas, whether it's vocabulary, understanding complex sentence structures, or analyzing author's arguments, and develop strategies tailored to your learning style.
Literal comprehension questions ask you to identify directly stated information in a passage, while inference questions require you to read between the lines and draw conclusions based on evidence. For example, a literal question might ask "What did the author state?" while an inference question asks "What can you conclude about the character based on their actions?" Inference questions are often more challenging because they require critical thinking beyond surface-level reading. Tutors can teach you how to distinguish these question types, find textual evidence for inferences, and avoid making unsupported assumptions.
Time management is crucial on the PRAXIS Core Reading test. Most test-takers benefit from spending 5-8 minutes per passage, depending on passage length and complexity, leaving a few minutes to review answers. The key is finding a pace that allows deep understanding without unnecessary re-reading. Many students either rush through passages and miss important details, or spend too much time on difficult passages and run out of time. Working with a tutor helps you practice pacing strategies, time yourself during practice tests, and develop confidence in knowing when to move forward.
The PRAXIS Core includes vocabulary in context questions where you don't need to know the word's definition beforehand—you can figure it out from surrounding sentences and clues. Rather than memorizing endless vocabulary lists, focus on context clue strategies like looking for definitions within the passage, identifying synonyms, and understanding how the word functions in the sentence. You should also recognize common word roots and prefixes. A tutor can help you practice these strategies with actual test passages and discuss which vocabulary words appear frequently on PRAXIS exams, so you're building knowledge that actually supports your test performance.
The PRAXIS Core Reading exam is scored on a scale of 100-300, and passing scores vary by state and certification program—typically ranging from 156 to 172. You'll want to check the specific requirements for your state or the educator certification program you're applying to. Understanding your target score helps you and a tutor focus your preparation strategically. Rather than aiming just to pass, many test-takers aim for stronger scores to stand out in teacher certification programs or meet district requirements.
Most test-takers benefit from 4-8 weeks of consistent preparation, studying 3-5 hours per week. Your timeline depends on your starting point—if reading comprehension is already strong, you might need less time; if it's been a challenge, more time is helpful. The most effective study approach combines understanding test format and question types, practicing with real PRAXIS passages, reviewing mistakes, and refining your test-taking strategies. Personalized tutoring accelerates your progress by identifying exactly where you need help and providing targeted instruction rather than studying broadly.
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