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Overview of the Exam

Section I: Analysis of Student Language Production

A: Oral Grammar and Vocabulary

B: Pronunciation

C: Writing

Section II: Language Theory and Teaching

Linguistic Theory

Teaching Methods & Techniques

Assessment Techniques

Cultural Issues

Professional Issues

Teaching Methods and Techniques

Thirty-six questions on teaching methods and techniques are included on the Praxis II for ESL, representing 30% of the exam total. This is the largest percentage of the exam given to one topic.

Areas covered in this topic are:

  1. Identifying Methods
  2. Selecting Methods
  3. Determining Expectations
  4. Differentiated Instruction
  5. Classroom Management