{"id":1018,"date":"2016-09-13T16:15:30","date_gmt":"2016-09-13T23:15:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/magoosh.com\/praxis\/?p=1018"},"modified":"2018-12-14T22:20:22","modified_gmt":"2018-12-15T06:20:22","slug":"know-praxis-gifted-education","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/magoosh.com\/praxis\/know-praxis-gifted-education\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Know about the Praxis for Gifted Education"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Before seeking a position in gifted education, you need to show that you have an understanding of the content knowledge. That\u2019s where the Praxis for Gifted Education comes in. You\u2019ll need to take and pass the exam to show that you have the skills and knowledge to confidently hold a position in gifted education. So what do you need to know about the Praxis for Gifted Education? Here are answers to some of the common questions about the exam.<\/p>\n

Who?<\/h2>\n

The exam is designed for professionals looking to work in gifted education. These individuals are either completing a graduate program or have completed an undergraduate degree and experience with gifted education in their school district.<\/p>\n

What?<\/h2>\n

Consisting of 120 questions, the exam should be completed within a 2-hour period. The test covers 5 content areas<\/a>:<\/p>\n

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  1. Development and characteristics of gifted students<\/li>\n
  2. Learning environments<\/li>\n
  3. Instruction methods<\/li>\n
  4. Identification and assessment of gifted students<\/li>\n
  5. Professionalism<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Where?<\/h2>\n

    Similar to other Praxis exams, the Praxis for Gifted Education exam needs to be taken at an approved testing center. These centers range from university campuses to libraries. To find a testing location near you, check out the ETS website<\/a>.<\/p>\n

    When?<\/h2>\n

    Some Praxis exams can be taken at a time that is convenient for you. The Praxis for Gifted Education, however, has specific date ranges for completing the exam. The exam dates are:<\/p>\n