Praxis Reading

Praxis Reading is a foundational subject that prepares future educators to master reading comprehension, analysis, and practical application for the Praxis teacher certification exam.

Reading Comprehension FundamentalsAnalyzing Text StructureVocabulary in Context
Drawing Logical ConclusionsEvaluating Arguments and EvidenceSynthesizing Multiple Sources
Applying Reading Skills in the ClassroomInterpreting Educational Policies and ResearchSupporting Diverse Learners
Active Reading TechniquesTime Management for Reading PassagesProcess of Elimination
Reading Comprehensio...Analyzing Text Struc...Vocabulary in Contex...Drawing Logical Conc...Evaluating Arguments...Synthesizing Multipl...Applying Reading Ski...Interpreting Educati...Supporting Diverse L...Active Reading Techn...Time Management for ...Process of Eliminati...
Advanced Topics

Drawing Logical Conclusions

Thinking Beyond the Text

Drawing logical conclusions means using what you read plus your own knowledge to make sense of information. It’s like detective work—piecing together facts and hints to discover something new.

Steps to Draw Conclusions

  • Identify the facts presented.
  • Consider what you already know.
  • Combine them to form a reasonable conclusion.

Application on the Praxis Exam

You'll often need to choose the most logical conclusion based on a passage. This skill is also key in everyday classroom situations—like inferring a student’s needs from their behavior.

Watch Out for Assumptions

Be careful not to jump to conclusions without enough evidence. Stick to what the passage supports.

Examples

  • Reading an article about new school policies and realizing they’re meant to improve attendance, even if it’s not directly stated.

  • After a story describes a character’s shivering hands and chattering teeth, you conclude the character is cold.

In a Nutshell

Drawing logical conclusions means using clues from the text and your own knowledge to figure things out.

Key Terms

Conclusion
A judgment or decision reached by reasoning.
Evidence
Facts or information supporting a conclusion.
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Evaluating Arguments and Evidence