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Think Like a Test Makerand pass your Praxis Special Education: Foundational Knowledge (5355). In this study guide, Kathleen Jasper, Ed.D., walks you through all the skills and concepts tested on the Praxis 5355 so you can easily pass your exam. This study guide is fully aligned with the blueprint and test specifications of the exam. This study guide includes: Detailed content and skills practice for all 4 major areas of the exam: Human Development and Individual Learning Differences Effective Planning and Instruction and Productive Learning Environments Assessment Professional Learning, Practice, and Collaboration Specific practice questions and detailed answer explanations for each content category so you understand what types of questions go with each test section. Two, full practice tests so you can assess your skills and measure your readiness for test day. A Good Words List to help you identify correct answer choices and eliminate incorrect answer choices. Think Like a Test MakerTM strategies throughout the guide so you can be strategic on the exam. Over 300 practice test questions and detailed answer explanations throughout the study guide provide you with plenty of opportunities to practice your skills in each area. The best way to use this study guide is to: Go through each subtest and each section, work through each section's practice questions, and evaluate your performance. Examine the answer explanations and focus on areas where you are low. Go back and fix up any areas in which you need more support. Do this for each content category. Go over the Good Words List at the back of the book. Take the full-length practice tests. Review your answers using detailed explanations at the end of the practice test. Go back and review areas in which you were low.