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Praxis English Language Arts: Content Knowledge (5038)
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About this exam
The Praxis English Language Arts: Content Knowledge (5038) is a teacher licensure assessment for candidates preparing to teach English language arts, commonly at the secondary level. It measures whether candidates have the subject knowledge expected of an English teacher; it is not a general college admission test. Whether you must take it, and which score you need, depends on the state and the specific license you are pursuing, so check your state licensing agency’s current requirements.
The computer-delivered exam has 130 selected-response questions and a 150-minute testing time. Its content areas include reading; language use and vocabulary; writing, speaking, and listening; and English language arts instructional skills. Reading review should cover fiction, poetry, drama, and informational text, including plot, characterization, setting, theme, sound devices, structure, claims, and evidence. Preparation calls for interpreting passages and applying concepts, not just memorizing literary terms; the ETS study companion is the best reference for the current test outline.
How to prepare for the Praxis English Language Arts: Content Knowledge exam
- Use the ETS study companion to map the test categories, then schedule review time for each area, including language, writing, speaking, listening, and instructional skills.
- Read fiction, poetry, drama, and informational passages and practice identifying how literary choices, text structure, claims, and evidence shape meaning.
- Build timed sets of selected-response questions, review every explanation, and keep a list of recurring errors; confirm test and licensure requirements with ETS and your state licensing agency.
FAQ
Who needs to take the Praxis English Language Arts: Content Knowledge (5038)?
It is generally taken by teacher candidates seeking English language arts licensure in a state or program that requires this Praxis test. Requirements vary by state and license, so confirm with your state licensing agency.
What is the format of the Praxis 5038 exam?
The exam is computer-delivered and consists of 130 selected-response questions with 150 minutes of testing time. Check the current ETS test page and study companion for official details.
What subjects are covered on the Praxis English Language Arts 5038?
The test covers reading, language use and vocabulary, writing, speaking and listening, and English language arts instructional skills. Reading topics include fiction, poetry, drama, and informational text; use the ETS study companion to guide your review.