How To Make The Most Of Your CSET Preparation And CSET Practice Test!

By Scott Winy


The CSET, or the California Subject Examination for Teachers, is an examination for aspiring teachers to ensure that they are ready to face the challenge, and also that they are capable knowledge-wise, to become an entry level teacher in California's public school system. The examination is adapted to fit each test taker's respective abilities and to test if the knowledge the candidate has is consistent with the required content area in the syllabus.

Tips On Preparing For The CSET

If you are a CSET candidate, you have to make sure that your CSET preparation is up to par to the level required to pass the examination. After all, if your dream is to become a teacher, then passing the CSET test is crucial as a stepping stone into the world of teaching. Take a look at the free study tips below to get the best out of your test prep:

Take A Diagnostic CSET Practice Test First -This might seem a bit backwards - after all, shouldn't you wait to take the CSET practice test until after you've studied some of the material?

2) Study according to your strengths and weaknesses. If you find remembering content easier if you do practice, then by all means, focus on doing many practice tests while referring to your study guide (however, inevitably, you will have to read your study guide thoroughly first). If you are weak in a particular subject matter, you can always look for a free practice test or two online to do in addition to your practice guide to sharpen your answering skills.

3) Always plan your CSET test preparation ahead of time. Planning is a prerequisite if you are going to cover everything on time. Plan your schedule to maximize your time studying, with some time set aside for relaxation so that you do not get overwhelmed. It is also more likely for you to stick with a flexible schedule that a rigid one, as your CSET preparation can get tough on you sometimes.

* Once you are done with the easy questions, answer the ones that have the plus sign next to it, made by you earlier. However, time yourself and be sure not to go beyond a minute and a half per question. This is to ensure you can answer all possible questions in the CSET practice and still have time for looking through your paper for errors (rechecking) again.

* Done with the plus sign questions? If you still have ample time, you can try answering the questions with the minus sign beside it. However if you feel that you really can't come up with an answer, then just mark any answer, since the CSET does not apply negative marking in the marking scheme (which means you can be wrong and they will not minus anything from your cumulative marks). After that, recheck your answers thoroughly as many times as you want.

Supplement Your CSET Practice Test With Coaching -Find a CSET preparation tutor or coach who can supplement what you're learning from your study guide. Not only will you get the inside scoop on the best strategies and tips for your learning tip, but it's also a great way to have someone correct any mistakes that you might be making. After all, nothing can beat the real time help of a test prep coach!




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