This is a comprehensive study guide that will prepare you for the Praxis ESOL exam regardless of which state you live in. While each state sets their own passing score unique to their teaching certification requirements, the content on the exam is the same. This guide covers the areas of linguistic theory, teaching strategies, assessment, and culture. Specific topics include: -Grammar -Vocabulary -Pronunciation -Sociolinguistics -Literacy development -Research-based Second Language Acquisition (SLA) theory -Instructional theory -Assessment methods -Cultural understanding Each of the 120 questions on the sample test include a detailed description for the correct answer, a designation in the level of rigor, and the skill number each question aligns to. You can use the answer key to check over your answers and then direct your attention back to specific sections that need a second review. With such a comprehensive, user-friendly guide, you are setting yourself up to pass the Praxis ESOL on the first try