Standard 1
Title: Praxis II Test Score
Date: 3/1/2013
Artifact Description
My artifact for this experience is my Praxis II test score. My score of 156 is a passing score that demonstrates my knowledge of the content that is taught at the elementary level.
Alignment
Wisconsin Teacher Standard Alignment
I believe this experience best aligns with standard one of the Wisconsin Teacher Development and Licensure Standards which states: “The teacher understands the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and structures of the disciplines she or he teaches and can create learning experiences that make these aspects of subject matter meaningful for pupils.” My passing score of 156 on the Praxis II aligns with standard one because the Praxis II tests the content that is taught at the elementary level. The Praxis II offered questions that tested my knowledge of mathematics, reading comprehension, social studies, and science. I was able to apply skills that help in solving problems of all subjects.
UW- Platteville School of Education Knowledge, Skill, and Disposition Statement Alignment
I believe this experience best aligns with KSD1.a. of the UWP School of Education Knowledge, Skill, and Disposition statements which states: “The candidate displays extensive content knowledge of his/her subject areas and demonstrates a continuing search for new content knowledge, resources, and best instructional practices, while understanding student diversity and student misconceptions and misunderstandings as key to the teaching process.” My passing score of a 156 is evidence that I have extensive knowledge of all subject areas tested. The required passing score for the Praxis II is 147, my score of 156 shows that I passed and still have room to search for new knowledge in all subject areas.
Secondary Alignment:
KSD1.b. Demonstrates Knowledge of Students
Reflection
What I learned about teaching/learning:
The first time I took the Praxis II I did not pass. I learned that I need to continually absorb knowledge each and every day through reading, listening, and collaborating with colleagues. I studied and discussed the best strategies to use when taking the Praxis II. I learned that learning takes determination and commitment in order to have the best chance for success. Retaking the Praxis II taught me that I need to be committed to learning new content throughout my career as a teacher.
What I learned about myself as a prospective educator:
I learned that I need to have an in depth understanding of what I am teaching my students. In order for my students to understand the concepts, I must first understand what is being taught. I also learned that I will not always know everything but in order to be an effective teacher I need to continually grow in my understanding of what I am teaching.
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Date: 3/1/2013
Artifact Description
My artifact for this experience is my Praxis II test score. My score of 156 is a passing score that demonstrates my knowledge of the content that is taught at the elementary level.
Alignment
Wisconsin Teacher Standard Alignment
I believe this experience best aligns with standard one of the Wisconsin Teacher Development and Licensure Standards which states: “The teacher understands the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and structures of the disciplines she or he teaches and can create learning experiences that make these aspects of subject matter meaningful for pupils.” My passing score of 156 on the Praxis II aligns with standard one because the Praxis II tests the content that is taught at the elementary level. The Praxis II offered questions that tested my knowledge of mathematics, reading comprehension, social studies, and science. I was able to apply skills that help in solving problems of all subjects.
UW- Platteville School of Education Knowledge, Skill, and Disposition Statement Alignment
I believe this experience best aligns with KSD1.a. of the UWP School of Education Knowledge, Skill, and Disposition statements which states: “The candidate displays extensive content knowledge of his/her subject areas and demonstrates a continuing search for new content knowledge, resources, and best instructional practices, while understanding student diversity and student misconceptions and misunderstandings as key to the teaching process.” My passing score of a 156 is evidence that I have extensive knowledge of all subject areas tested. The required passing score for the Praxis II is 147, my score of 156 shows that I passed and still have room to search for new knowledge in all subject areas.
Secondary Alignment:
KSD1.b. Demonstrates Knowledge of Students
Reflection
What I learned about teaching/learning:
The first time I took the Praxis II I did not pass. I learned that I need to continually absorb knowledge each and every day through reading, listening, and collaborating with colleagues. I studied and discussed the best strategies to use when taking the Praxis II. I learned that learning takes determination and commitment in order to have the best chance for success. Retaking the Praxis II taught me that I need to be committed to learning new content throughout my career as a teacher.
What I learned about myself as a prospective educator:
I learned that I need to have an in depth understanding of what I am teaching my students. In order for my students to understand the concepts, I must first understand what is being taught. I also learned that I will not always know everything but in order to be an effective teacher I need to continually grow in my understanding of what I am teaching.
/uploads/7/2/8/5/7285013/praxis_ii_score_s1.pdf