The Science of Teaching Reading (STR) 293: How to Think Like a Test Maker® and pass the STR, using comprehensive test prep, proven strategies, ... questions, and constructed-response examples.

Think Like a Test Maker® and pass your Science of Teaching Reading (STR) 293 exam. In this study guide, Kathleen Jasper, Ed.D., walks you through all the skills and concepts tested on the STR 293 so you can pass your exam. This study guide is fully aligned with the exam blueprint and test specifications.Our STR study guide includes detailed content and skills practice for all four major areas of the exam:Reading PedagogyReading Development: Foundational SkillsReading Development: ComprehensionAnalysis and ResponseThis study guide also includes:A content review at the end of each section with ten targeted practice questions with detailed answer explanations that show why the correct answer is correct and why the other choices are incorrect.Two full-length practice tests with 90 questions each to help you identify strengths, target gaps, and measure readiness for test day.A Good Words List to help you recognize strong answer choices and eliminate distractors quickly.Think Like a Test Maker® strategies throughout the guide, so you can make smarter choices under pressure.Comprehensive constructed-response practice complete with three practice prompts and sample responses.The best way to use this study guide is to:Work through one content category at a time. Read the section, then complete the content review questions at the end.Check your answers and study the explanations; focus on why the right answer works and why the other options don’t.Identify your lowest areas and return to those sections for extra practice and review.Repeat this process for each content category.Review the Good Words List in the back of the book.Take Practice Test 1 under test-like conditions.Review every question using the detailed explanations, noting patterns in the mistakes you make.Revisit your weakest content categories and complete targeted review and practice.Take Practice Test 2 under test-like conditions to confirm growth and check final readiness.Work through the constructed-response section and practice your writing, scoring it against the sample rubric.Do a final review of the areas where you still miss questions before test day. Read more