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What’s on the Exam?
First, let’s talk about the questions on the Praxis Art: Content Knowledge test. There are 120 selected-response questions in total.
Selected-response questions can appear in several different forms:
- Single-selection multiple-choice
- Selecting ALL correct answers from a list of choices
- Selecting the correct answer from a drop-down menu
- Clicking parts of a graphic such as a map or a chart
- Dragging and dropping answers into a targeted area on the screen
The time limit for the test is 2 hours. There aren’t any scheduled breaks, but you’re free to take restroom breaks as needed!
Let’s take a closer look at the different sections of the test:
1. ART MAKING
76 questions
15 questions
- The elements of art
- The principles of visual organization
- Various historical methods and contemporary approaches to creating art
Media and Processes
61 questions
- Safety, environmental, and storage issues related to using art materials and processes
- Using a variety of painting, drawing, and printmaking materials and processes
- Digital photography and image processes
- Videography, filmmaking, and installation materials, tools, and processes
- Sculptural materials and processes
- Fiber art materials and processes
- The physical aspects of presenting artwork for display
2. HISTORICAL AND THEORETICAL FOUNDATIONS OF ART
44 questions
6-7 questions
- Characteristics of materials, processes, and techniques within an art historical context
- Similarities and differences among materials, processes, and techniques
- Vocabulary related to 2D and 3D media and processes within an art historical context
- Recognizing processes through reproductions
The Western Tradition in Art History
17-18 questions
- Recognizing and categorizing stylistic art and architecture traits from various time periods throughout history
- The content, context, and/or purpose of art and architecture from various time periods throughout history
Art Beyond the Western Tradition
9 questions
- Recognizing and categorizing stylistic art and architecture traits from various regions of the world
- The content, context, and/or purpose of art and architecture from various regions of the world
Responding to Art
11 questions
- The major theories of art and aesthetics
- The relationship between art and critical response
How to Register
To register for the test, you’ll need to create an account on the ETS website. Once your account has been created, you can submit your application to take the test.
When you submit your registration, you will need to pay the $130 testing fee.
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Praxis Scores
The Praxis Art: Content Knowledge test is scored using a scaled scoring method. Here’s how it works:
For every question you answer correctly, you get one point added to your raw score. At the end of the test, your final raw score will be converted to a scaled score. This scaled score will range somewhere between 100 and 200. The passing score varies from state to state, ranging from 145 to 160.
The reason your raw score is converted to a scaled score is because everyone that takes the test is given a slightly different set of questions. Since everyone has a different arrangement of questions, and because some questions are harder than others, converting your raw score to a scaled score ensures a more even playing field.
FAQs
How many questions are on the Praxis Art: Content Knowledge test?
The test contains 120 questions.
What is the time limit for the Praxis Art: Content Knowledge test?
The test is timed at 2 hours.
What is the passing score for the Praxis Art: Content Knowledge test?
The passing score varies from state to state, but most states require a score of 158 to pass.
How much does the Praxis Art: Content Knowledge test cost?
The exam fee is $130.