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    History Teacher Certification Exam: Test Prep Resources

    HIS-304 NES Test Prep Modules

    This resource from McGraw-Hill is for students who are in the process of taking HIS-304 or have recently completed HIS-304. Students have access to the NES Test Prep Modules for 180 days. This 180 day period begins as soon as a student activates their access within their course and continues until the 180 days has lapsed. Please note that this access point is only for students who have previously activated their access within HIS-304. To log in, please utilize the email and password set up at the point of activation (this may or may not be the same as your GCU credentials). For technical assistance, please contact McGraw Hill Technical Support  or reach out to your faculty.

    PrepSTEP Online Test Preparation

    PrepSTEP is an online suite of resources designed to help you prepare for certification exams. For social sciences PrepStep includes the Praxis subject test. For the NES only the general knowledge exam is included.

    • Take practice tests
    • Read prep books
    • Take tutorials
    • Start and stop practice tests and tutorials and pick up where you left off

    View the quick start instructions below, or watch the video tutorials for a detailed walkthrough.

    You must create a personal account to use PrepSTEP.

    1. Access PrepSTEP using the link on this page. You will need to log in with your GCU username and password.

    2. Click "Sign In/Register" at the top. 

    3. Click "Register". 

    4. Fill out the form and register for a free account using an email and password of your choice. Please note that you do not need to include your Student ID# or Course Section #.  

    5. Click Home or choose a center from the Centers menu on the navigation bar to begin using the resources.

    To begin a practice test or tutorial:

    1. Click on the category you need.

    2. Choose the test or skill you need to work on. 

    3. Choose the resource you need. You can begin a practice test or read a test book. 

    To continue a test or exam:

    1. Log in by clicking Sign In/Register.

    2. If you are already logged in, click on your name and choose "My Center".

    3. Find the test or tutorial you wish to continue and click on the title. 

    4. You can also delete your progress by clicking the trash can icon next to the title.

    Additional Resources for Teacher Certification

    There are many online resources immediately available to help plan, study, and practice for these tests. Check out the online resources below for practice tests, test-taking tips, discussion forums, study review guides, and videos!

    Arizona residents!Your local public library may have free access to Testing Resource Center, provided by the Arizona State Library. This resource also has Praxis practice exams.

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