Praxis II Agriculture Exam
The Praxis II Agriculture exam is a two hour assessment exam for future high school teachers who plan to teach agriculture to juniors and seniors, and who have bachelor’s degrees in the education of agriculture. There are seven areas that are addressed in the Praxis II: Agriculture exam, and the 120 multiple choice questions are divided as follows:
- 18 – 20 questions covering Plant and Soil Science
- 18 – 20 questions covering Animal Science
- 18 – 20 questions covering Agricultural Mechanization and Technology
- 18 – 20 questions covering Agricultural Business and Economics
- 18 – 20 questions covering Program Planning and Management
- 11 – 13 questions covering Agriculture: Social and Historical Perspectives
- 11 – 13 questions covering Natural Resources and Environment
In the Plant and Soil Science area, questions will include the taxonomy of plants, characteristics of soil, maintenance of land, cultivation and maintenance of crops, and various aspects of horticulture.
The questions relating to Animal Science will cover information regarding main breeds in for certain industries for example, poultry or dairy cattle. This information will also include anatomy and physiology of animals, the proper methods of raising and taking care of animals, and methods of processing the commodities produced by the animals.
The area of Agricultural Mechanization and Technology will cover topics such as equipment and tools, technology for sustaining water and soil standards as well as maintaining equipment, construction associated with agriculture, and all aspects of safety associated with agriculture.
The Agricultural Business and Economics questions will address economic principles, facets of management and marketing, and various types of business opportunities related to agriculture.
The questions in the area of Program Planning and Management will cover organizations for students, assistance with career planning, opportunities for students to gain experience in agriculture, management of programs, and history, philosophy, and laws pertaining to agriculture.
Questions relating to Social and Historical Perspectives will focus on the history, laws and policies, economic relevance, and regional products of agriculture as well and trends and careers in agriculture.
Finally, questions pertaining to Natural Resources and Environment will cover energy, such as the flow of nutrients in the food chain, environmental concerns associated with factors such as erosion and chemical use, and maintaining habitats and populations of wildlife.
Examinees are expected to demonstrate knowledge and the capability to implement these topics in the real world.
