Recently, I was asked what tools I used to pass the CSET California Multiple Subjects Examination for teachers. I didn't realize until asked that question that I had not shared my resources. I love to do research, and I did some on one of my favorite sites, Amazon, and followed the advice of other teacher candidates who had taken the test and posted reviews on what worked for them. The first thing I did was take the practice exam at the California Subject Examination for Teacher Website. You have to be familiar with the test and ABSOLUETLY DO NOT skip the written questions. Much of what you see on the actual test you will find on the practice exam. I took the practice exam more than once until I passed it several times in a row. Many candidates take for granted how important it is to do the practice test. Of course practicing the test alone isn't enough. I also used other materials.
There are four small books (desk references), that I used that I purchased from the Amazon website for around $2.00 or $3.00 dollars each. I purchased the books useds. It's a good idea to purchase a test preparation book such as the CliffsTestPrep or Kaplan. The other books are part of the Scholastic Homework Reference Series titled, Everything You Need to Know About English Homework, Everythink You Need to Know about World History Homework, Everythink You Need to Know about American History Homework, and Everything You Need to Know about Science Homework.
There are also books in that series for Geography and Math, but the math wasn't as helpful. The books are written by Anne Zeman and Kate Kelly. The books are the fourth to sixth grade homework series and not only a great desk reference for elementary students and their parents, but also perfect for any future elementary teacher candidate studying for the multiple subjects exam in California.
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