Praxis Writing

Praxis Writing examination for teacher certification.

Basic Concepts

Grammar and Usage Essentials

Building Strong Sentences

Good grammar makes your writing easier to understand and more professional.

Key Areas

  • Subject-Verb Agreement: Ensuring subjects and verbs match in number.
  • Pronoun Usage: Using the correct pronouns for clarity.
  • Modifiers: Placing adjectives and adverbs correctly.
  • Sentence Structure: Avoiding run-ons and fragments.

Common Issues

Watch out for:

  • Misplaced modifiers
  • Incorrect verb tenses
  • Ambiguous pronouns

Practice Makes Perfect

Try reading your sentences aloud to spot awkward phrasing or errors.

Real-World Application

Teachers need flawless grammar when writing report cards, instructions, and feedback to maintain professionalism.

Examples

  • Writing: 'The students read the book,' instead of 'The students reads the book.'

  • Ensuring pronouns are clear: 'Maria gave her book to Sarah because she had finished reading it.'

In a Nutshell

Mastering grammar and usage is key to clear and error-free writing.

Key Terms

Modifier
A word or phrase that adds detail or description to another word.
Fragment
An incomplete sentence that is missing a subject or verb.