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4+ years
Megan
The Praxis Core Writing exam trips up many test-takers on the argumentative essay and the source-based essay, where scoring depends on structure and evidence use — not just clean prose. Megan's English degree from Sewanee and her years teaching writing across grade levels mean she can break down exa...
Lipscomb University
Master of Arts, Educational Administration
Vanderbilt University
Masters in Education, Special Education
Sewanee: The University of the South
Bachelor in Arts, English
Certified Tutor
5+ years
Miakia
The PRAXIS Core Writing exam tests two distinct skills: spotting grammatical and structural errors in other people's writing, and producing a clear argumentative essay under time pressure. Miakia drills both by walking through real question types — sentence correction, revision-in-context, and sourc...
Cambridge College
Masters in Education, Education
Christian Brothers University
Bachelor of Education, Education
Certified Tutor
4+ years
Gabriela
The PRAXIS Core Writing section tests two distinct skills: spotting grammatical errors in existing text and producing a coherent argumentative essay under a tight deadline. Gabriela's boot camp experience with this exam means she can pinpoint whether a student's weak spot is subject-verb agreement, ...
University of California Los Angeles
Master's in Math Education
University of California Los Angeles
Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Certified Tutor
4+ years
Emma
Between the selected-response grammar questions and the argumentative essay, the Praxis Core Writing exam tests two very different skill sets — and Emma covers both. She drills the grammar and usage rules that show up most frequently, from subject-verb agreement to parallel structure, while also tea...
Vanderbilt University
Masters in Education, Elementary School Teaching
Carnegie Mellon University
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Directing and Theatrical Production
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Ann
I am passionate about helping students of all ages learn challenging content. I am a National Board Certified teacher with more than 20 years of state certified classroom teaching experience. I have expertise working with elementary students as well as supporting the professional growth of aspirin...
Harvard University
EDU
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
EDU
Pepperdine University
EDU
University of California-Riverside
EDU
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Andrew
I hold a B.A. from Yale University and an M.A. from the University of Connecticut. In addition to teaching at both the high school and college levels, I also spent many years working in advertising (where I was a Vice President at two New York City agencies), health insurance administration, and as...
Yale University
AM
Certified Tutor
2+ years
I have been tutoring for over 12 years. I have worked with many different students in many different subjects. I've worked as a classroom teacher and instructional content creator, as well. My favorite part of tutoring is knowing that I am making a real difference for my students. I am looking for...
George Mason University
MRE
University of Mary Washington
MRE
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Sabrina
I have over 9 years of experience tutoring students preparing for teacher certification exams and hold degrees in English and Education, as well as a technical writing certification. I enjoy helping students strengthen their reading comprehension so they can break down test questions and avoid commo...
The University of Alabama
AM
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Alicia
Strong argumentative writing is the backbone of the PRAXIS Core Writing exam, and Alicia has spent years teaching essay structure, source-based reasoning, and grammar conventions across multiple levels — from middle school writing through graduate-level dissertations. She walks through each question...
Columbia University
Master's/Graduate
University of Saint Joseph
Bachelor's
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Joanne
Earned a Ph.D. in K12 Education, a Master's in Curriculum and Instruction, and a Bachelor's in Elementary Education. National Board Certified with over 20 years of experience teaching students from PreK through 12th grade, as well as adult learners. Experienced in both virtual and in-person instruct...
Lesley University
Master's/Graduate
Geneva College
Bachelor's
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Frequently Asked Questions
PRAXIS Core Writing is one of three PRAXIS Core exams required for teacher certification in Oklahoma. It assesses your ability to write clearly and effectively, covering grammar, sentence structure, essay organization, and argumentative writing. If you're pursuing a teaching degree at one of Oklahoma City's education programs, you'll need to pass this exam as part of your certification requirements.
The exam has two main sections: a multiple-choice section testing grammar, usage, and mechanics (about 40 questions), and a written essay section where you'll write one or two essays demonstrating your ability to organize ideas, develop arguments, and write clearly. You'll have about 100 minutes total to complete the exam, so time management and essay planning are critical skills to develop.
Personalized tutoring focuses on the specific areas where you need support—whether that's developing a strong thesis, organizing your arguments logically, or refining your writing voice under timed conditions. Tutors provide direct feedback on your essays, helping you identify patterns in your writing and practice revision strategies that strengthen your arguments and clarity, which are exactly what PRAXIS scorers evaluate.
The multiple-choice section tests sentence structure, subject-verb agreement, pronoun usage, verb tense consistency, and punctuation. Rather than memorizing grammar rules in isolation, effective preparation connects these concepts to how they affect clarity and professionalism in your writing. A tutor can help you identify which grammar areas trip you up most and practice applying corrections in real writing contexts.
With limited time for planning, drafting, and reviewing, strategy matters as much as skill. Tutors help you develop a process—like spending 5 minutes planning your thesis and main points, 20-25 minutes drafting, and 5-10 minutes reviewing—so you can write organized essays even under pressure. Practice with timed essay prompts is essential, and personalized feedback helps you refine your approach before test day.
Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors in Oklahoma City who specialize in PRAXIS Core Writing prep. You can get matched with a tutor who understands the specific format and expectations of the exam, whether you need help with essay structure, grammar review, or building confidence with timed writing practice.
The passing score for PRAXIS Core Writing is 162 on a scale of 100-200. This is a reasonable target that demonstrates competent writing ability for teaching. Tutoring can help you identify your current baseline and create a focused study plan to reach or exceed this score.
Yes, you can retake the exam, but there are registration fees and waiting periods between attempts. Rather than retaking multiple times, working with a tutor before your first attempt helps you identify weak areas—whether that's essay organization, grammar, or time management—so you can address them directly and improve your chances of passing on your first try.
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