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Exam Information
Official specifications published by Academic Testing
Exam Format
85 min
56
Core Academic Skills
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$90 USD
Prometric Test Centers or online proctoring
Validity
Scores are valid for 10 years from test date
5713 Exam Topics and Domains
5713 is organized into 3 weighted domains.
1
Key Ideas and Details
35%
Main Idea and Primary Purpose
Identifying the main idea of a passageDetermining the author's primary purpose
- Identify and articulate the main idea of a reading passage
- Determine the author's primary purpose in writing a text
- Distinguish between main ideas and supporting details
Supporting Ideas
Identifying supporting detailsUnderstanding relationships between ideas
- Locate and identify supporting details in a passage
- Distinguish between major and minor supporting details
- Understand how supporting ideas relate to and develop the main idea
Inferences
Drawing logical inferences from textUnderstanding implicit meanings
- Make logical inferences based on textual evidence
- Identify implicit meanings and suggestions in text
- Draw conclusions that are supported by the passage
2
Craft, Structure, and Language Skills
30%
Attitude and Tone
Identifying the author's attitudeAnalyzing tone in writing
- Identify the author's attitude toward the subject matter
- Analyze the tone of a passage and its effect on meaning
- Recognize how word choice creates tone
Organization and Structure
Understanding text structureAnalyzing paragraph and passage structure
- Identify organizational patterns in texts
- Understand how structure supports meaning
- Analyze the relationship between parts of a text
Meanings of Words
Vocabulary in contextUnderstanding precise word meanings
- Determine word meanings using context clues
- Distinguish between denotation and connotation
- Understand how word choice affects meaning and tone
Fact or Opinion
Distinguishing fact from opinionIdentifying bias and assumptions
- Distinguish between factual statements and opinions
- Identify bias in written texts
- Recognize assumptions underlying arguments
3
Integration of Knowledge and Ideas
35%
Diverse Media and Formats
Interpreting information from various formatsSynthesizing information across formats
- Interpret information presented in charts, graphs, and tables
- Integrate information from text and visual elements
- Synthesize data from multiple formats to draw conclusions
Evaluation of Arguments
Identifying claims and evidenceAnalyzing reasoning and logicEvaluating credibility and relevanceComparing and contrasting arguments
- Identify and evaluate claims and supporting evidence
- Analyze the logic and reasoning in arguments
- Assess the credibility and relevance of sources
- Compare and contrast different arguments on the same topic
How do I earn this certification?
Passing 5713 earns the Praxis Core Academic Skills certification. It sits in the Teacher Certification Preparation track.
Current Level Exams
- 5723 - Core Academic Skills for Educators: WritingOften required alongside Reading for program admission
- 5733 - Core Academic Skills for Educators: Mathematics Often required alongside Reading for program admission
- 5752 - Core Academic Skills for Educators: Combined Test All three subtests (Reading, Writing, Math) in one session - saves $60
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What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: Unknown - ETS does not publicly specify last update date
Updates
- Live Remote Proctoring Current Candidates can now take test from home with live proctoring • Release date: 2020 (expanded during COVID-19)
- Computer-Based Testing Standard All Praxis Core tests delivered via computer
Who should take this exam?
This exam is typically taken by Prospective teachers seeking admission to educator preparation programs.
- High school level reading comprehension skills
- Familiarity with Common Core State Standards for Reading