Praxis Education of Young Children (5024) Test Alignment

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6Domains

97Competencies reviewed

95%Test-aligned

90Covered

5Partially covered

2Gaps

CoveredCompetency is comprehensively supported by the guide.
Partially coveredCore content is covered, but some depth gaps remain.
Coverage gap identifiedA content gap has been identified.

This study guide is based on the current official exam framework. We review and update alignment whenever the official framework changes so candidates are always studying current, accurate material.

Childhood Development and Learning (Domain I)Partially covered

28 questions · 3 materials · 3 cards · 0 videosCovered

Official competency	Matching 240 topics	Alignment	Qs	Mats	Cards	Vids	Notes
C. Understands how multiple risk and protective factors affect children’s development over time	P.Adaptations for Diversity - Socioeconomic Differences; P.Adaptations for Diversity - Unstable Living Situations	Covered	16	2	2	0	Covered by 2 topics (16 questions, 2 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos).
D. Is familiar with the range of typical and atypical development (e.g., gifted and talented, learning delays, dual-language learners, developmental disabilities)	Sped.Autism Spectrum Disorder	Covered	12	1	1	0	Covered by 1 topic (12 questions, 1 materials, 1 cards, 0 videos).

SMR I.A · Understands children’s characteristics and needs178 questions · 9 materials · 63 cards · 6 videosCovered

Official competency	Matching 240 topics	Alignment	Qs	Mats	Cards	Vids	Notes
1. Understands multiple, interrelated areas of children’s development and learning (e.g., physical, cognitive, social, emotional, language)	P.Managing Student Behavior; P.Physical Development (EC); P.Social Development (EC); P.Emotional Development (EC); ELA.Process of Learning - Oral Language; P.Early Childhood Learning Theories and Approaches; P.Psychosocial Development; P.Domains of Development (EC)	Covered	134	8	58	5	Covered by 8 topics (134 questions, 8 materials, 58 cards, 5 videos).
2. Understands multiple factors that affect children’s motivation	P.Student Motivation	Covered	44	1	5	1	Covered by 1 topic (44 questions, 1 materials, 5 cards, 1 videos).

SMR I.B · Understands multiple influences on the development and learning of the whole child52 questions · 4 materials · 8 cards · 2 videosPartially covered

Official competency	Matching 240 topics	Alignment	Qs	Mats	Cards	Vids	Notes
1. Identifies factors that influence children’s development and learning including but not limited to	None	Coverage gap identified	0	0	0	0	No matching topic found in the study guide.
2. Understands developmentally appropriate play, activity, and learning processes and how they influence learning	P.Cooperation; P.Culture of High Expectations; P.Child Development and Play; P.Learning Processes	Covered	52	4	8	2	Covered by 4 topics (52 questions, 4 materials, 8 cards, 2 videos).

SMR I.E · Understands how to apply developmental knowledge to create healthy, respectful, supportive, and challenging learning environments115 questions · 5 materials · 20 cards · 2 videosCovered

Official competency	Matching 240 topics	Alignment	Qs	Mats	Cards	Vids	Notes
1. Knows strategies to promote young children’s physical and psychological health, safety, and sense of security and well-being	P.Positive Class Community; P.Child Guidance (EC); P.Effective Communication	Covered	83	3	10	2	Covered by 3 topics (83 questions, 3 materials, 10 cards, 2 videos).
2. Knows theory and research to construct learning environments that provide achievable and challenging experiences for each child	P.Multiple Intelligences; P.Multimodal Teaching	Covered	32	2	10	0	Covered by 2 topics (32 questions, 2 materials, 10 cards, 0 videos).

Observation, Documentation, and Assessment (Domain II)Covered

105 questions · 3 materials · 10 cards · 2 videosCovered

Official competency	Matching 240 topics	Alignment	Qs	Mats	Cards	Vids	Notes
B. Knows how to apply responsible assessment practices to meet the diverse needs of children (e.g., those who are culturally diverse, are linguistically diverse, who have disabilities, who have exceptionalities)	P.Fair Assessment	Covered	21	1	6	1	Covered by 1 topic (21 questions, 1 materials, 6 cards, 1 videos).
D. Knows the varied, diverse, and inclusive roles of families in the screening and assessment process	P.Screening and Evaluation	Covered	36	1	3	0	Covered by 1 topic (36 questions, 1 materials, 3 cards, 0 videos).
E. Knows strategies for team building, two- way communication, and reporting with families and colleagues to establish shared responsibility for child-centered learning	P.Communicating with Families	Covered	48	1	1	1	Covered by 1 topic (48 questions, 1 materials, 1 cards, 1 videos).

SMR II.A · Understands the goals, benefits, and uses of assessment to inform curriculum and instruction207 questions · 6 materials · 31 cards · 3 videosCovered

Official competency	Matching 240 topics	Alignment	Qs	Mats	Cards	Vids	Notes
1. Knows how to incorporate a variety of assessment methods (e.g., formal, informal, standardized) into curriculum	P.Types of Assessment	Covered	108	1	15	1	Covered by 1 topic (108 questions, 1 materials, 15 cards, 1 videos).
2. Know the advantages and disadvantages of a variety of assessment methods	P.Types of Assessment; P.Effective Feedback; ELA.Assessment - Running Records	Covered	142	3	28	3	Covered by 3 topics (142 questions, 3 materials, 28 cards, 3 videos).
3. Knows how to collect, analyze, and interpret observations and assessment results to inform instructional decision making	P.Types of Assessment; P.Match Objective to Assessment; P.Using Assessment to Adjust Instruction; M.Authentic Assessment	Covered	173	4	18	1	Covered by 4 topics (173 questions, 4 materials, 18 cards, 1 videos).

SMR II.C · Knows appropriate methods for screening, referral, and evaluation to identify children who may benefit from additional support55 questions · 2 materials · 6 cards · 0 videosCovered

Official competency	Matching 240 topics	Alignment	Qs	Mats	Cards	Vids	Notes
1. Knows appropriate screening tools	P.Early Childhood Assessment	Covered	19	1	3	0	Covered by 1 topic (19 questions, 1 materials, 3 cards, 0 videos).
2. Understands the teacher’s role as an active participant in the screening, referral, and evaluation process	P.Screening and Evaluation	Covered	36	1	3	0	Covered by 1 topic (36 questions, 1 materials, 3 cards, 0 videos).

Developmentally Appropriate Practices (Domain III)Covered

SMR III.A · Knows how to structure the classroom environment to support children’s learning42 questions · 3 materials · 1 cards · 1 videosCovered

Official competency	Matching 240 topics	Alignment	Qs	Mats	Cards	Vids	Notes
1. Knows how to organize the physical configuration, such as creating centers to support learning goals	P.Physical Spaces for Learning	Covered	14	1	0	1	Covered by 1 topic (14 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 1 videos).
2. Know how to establish schedules and routines	P.Daily Structure for Young Children	Covered	15	1	0	0	Covered by 1 topic (15 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos).
3. Knows how to match learning configurations to needs of children as individuals (e.g., paired, one-on-one) and as part of a group (e.g., whole group, small group, learning centers, projects)	P.Groups and Young Children	Covered	13	1	1	0	Covered by 1 topic (13 questions, 1 materials, 1 cards, 0 videos).

SMR III.B · Know how to apply a flexible, research- based repertoire of teaching and learning approaches to promote the diverse developmental needs of children including but not limited to the following226 questions · 12 materials · 36 cards · 1 videosCovered

Official competency	Matching 240 topics	Alignment	Qs	Mats	Cards	Vids	Notes
1. Knowing strategies to encourage critical- thinking skills and inquiry	P.Daily Structure for Young Children; P.Adaptations for Diversity - Gifted and Talented; P.General Best Practices (EC); P.Types of Memorization; P.Promoting Learning (EC); ELA.Teaching - Read Alouds; P.Memorization Strategies; P.Types of Instructional Strategies	Covered	107	8	21	0	Covered by 8 topics (107 questions, 8 materials, 21 cards, 0 videos).
2. Knowing how to scaffold and differentiate	P.Teaching Diverse Students; P.Differentiation	Covered	69	2	7	0	Covered by 2 topics (69 questions, 2 materials, 7 cards, 0 videos).
3. Knowing how to support learning through the appropriate use of technology	P.Integrating Digital Technology	Covered	18	1	6	0	Covered by 1 topic (18 questions, 1 materials, 6 cards, 0 videos).
4. Knowing how to use an integrated approach to curriculum	P.General Best Practices (EC); P.Interdisciplinary Connections	Covered	40	2	3	1	Covered by 2 topics (40 questions, 2 materials, 3 cards, 1 videos).

Professionalism, Family, and Community (Domain IV)Partially covered

21 questions · 3 materials · 5 cards · 1 videosCovered

Official competency	Matching 240 topics	Alignment	Qs	Mats	Cards	Vids	Notes
C. Understands the integrated role of other professionals who may be involved in children’s care and education (e.g., special educators, reading specialists, speech and hearing specialists, physical and occupational therapists, specialists in gifted education, school psychologists	P.Roles and Responsibilities - SpEd; ESL.Adaptations for Diversity - ELL and Special Programs	Covered	11	2	4	0	Covered by 2 topics (11 questions, 2 materials, 4 cards, 0 videos).
D. Knows appropriate uses of technology to communicate with children, families, and peers and to serve as a professional resource (e.g., digital portfolios, online report cards, embedded instruction)	P.Digital Communication with Families	Covered	10	1	1	1	Covered by 1 topic (10 questions, 1 materials, 1 cards, 1 videos).

SMR IV.A · Knows about ethical standards and other professional guidelines80 questions · 7 materials · 20 cards · 1 videosPartially covered

Official competency	Matching 240 topics	Alignment	Qs	Mats	Cards	Vids	Notes
1. Is familiar with the codes of ethical conduct of National Association for the Education of Young Children and the Division of Early Childhood	P.Early Childhood Professional Organizations	Partially covered	5	1	0	0	Partial coverage by 1 topic (5 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content.
2. Knows relevant laws and the professional responsibilities and roles pertaining to issues that include but are not limited to IDEA, Section 504, mandatory reporting, confidentiality, compulsory education, FERPA, and HIPPA	P.Duty to Report; Sped.IFSP; P.IDEA; P.Section 504; P.Privacy Guidelines; P.Accurate and Confidential Student Records	Covered	75	6	20	1	Covered by 6 topics (75 questions, 6 materials, 20 cards, 1 videos).

SMR IV.B · Understands the importance of continuous, collaborative learning to inform practice107 questions · 5 materials · 20 cards · 1 videosCovered

Official competency	Matching 240 topics	Alignment	Qs	Mats	Cards	Vids	Notes
1. Knows ways to improve educational practices by seeking opportunities to grow professionally	P.Early Childhood Professional Organizations; P.Professional Development	Covered	39	2	2	0	Covered by 2 topics (39 questions, 2 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos).
2. Understands the purpose, role, and essential skills of engaging in collaborative learning communities (e.g., on-site, homes, conferences, data teams, etc.)	P.Collaborating with Colleagues; P.Stages of Team Development	Covered	42	2	16	1	Covered by 2 topics (42 questions, 2 materials, 16 cards, 1 videos).
3. Understands the importance of reflection to analyze practices and to modify and improve work with young children	P.Using Data and Self-Reflection to Improve	Covered	26	1	2	0	Covered by 1 topic (26 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos).

SMR IV.E · Knows strategies to engage and support families and communities through respectful, reciprocal relationships115 questions · 5 materials · 2 cards · 3 videosCovered

Official competency	Matching 240 topics	Alignment	Qs	Mats	Cards	Vids	Notes
1. Knows strategies to build positive relationships with families and communities	P.Communicating with Families; P.Collaboration with the Community	Covered	68	2	1	1	Covered by 2 topics (68 questions, 2 materials, 1 cards, 1 videos).
2. Knows a variety of communication strategies and tools to foster relationships with families (e.g., informal conversations, conferencing, technology)	P.Digital Communication with Families; P.Effective Conferences	Covered	35	2	1	2	Covered by 2 topics (35 questions, 2 materials, 1 cards, 2 videos).
3. Knows strategies to connect families to needed resources (e.g., mental health services, health care, adult education, English-language instruction, economic assistance)	Sped.Collaboration with Community	Covered	12	1	0	0	Covered by 1 topic (12 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos).

SMR IV.F · Knows strategies to involve families and communities in young children’s development and learning57 questions · 2 materials · 5 cards · 1 videosCovered

Official competency	Matching 240 topics	Alignment	Qs	Mats	Cards	Vids	Notes
1. Is familiar with different strategies that engage families in their child’s curriculum and assessment of learning	P.Communicating with Families	Covered	48	1	1	1	Covered by 1 topic (48 questions, 1 materials, 1 cards, 1 videos).
2. Knows how to collaborate with families and colleagues and enact protocols to make informed decisions regarding a child’s education	Sped.Early Intervention	Covered	9	1	4	0	Covered by 1 topic (9 questions, 1 materials, 4 cards, 0 videos).
3. Is familiar with strategies that address transitions within and among programs across multiple levels	Sped.Early Intervention	Covered	9	1	4	0	Covered by 1 topic (9 questions, 1 materials, 4 cards, 0 videos).

Content Pedagogy and Knowledge (Domain V)Partially covered

SMR V.A · Language and Literacy0 questions · 0 materials · 0 cards · 0 videosCoverage gap identified

Official competency	Matching 240 topics	Alignment	Notes
1. Communication Concepts (speaking, listening, and language)	None	Coverage gap identified	No matching topic found in the study guide.
2. Emergent reading	None	Coverage gap identified	No matching topic found in the study guide.
3. Literature and Informational Text	None	Coverage gap identified	No matching topic found in the study guide.
4. Writing	None	Coverage gap identified	No matching topic found in the study guide.

SMR V.B · Mathematics0 questions · 0 materials · 0 cards · 0 videosCoverage gap identified

Official competency	Matching 240 topics	Alignment	Notes
1. Counting and Cardinality	None	Coverage gap identified	No matching topic found in the study guide.
2. Operations and Algebraic Thinking	None	Coverage gap identified	No matching topic found in the study guide.
3. Numbers and Operations in Base 10	None	Coverage gap identified	No matching topic found in the study guide.
4. Measurement and Data	None	Coverage gap identified	No matching topic found in the study guide.
5. Geometry	None	Coverage gap identified	No matching topic found in the study guide.

SMR V.C · Knows relevant national, state, and local learning standards as well as other resources to use for implementing and evaluating meaningful, challenging curricula for each child95 questions · 10 materials · 16 cards · 2 videosCovered

Official competency	Matching 240 topics	Alignment	Qs	Mats	Cards	Vids	Notes
1. Knows each subject area that is essential to children’s learning competence	P.How Young Children Learn; P.How Young Children Learn - Reading; S.Best Practices to Teach Science (EC)	Covered	21	3	4	0	Covered by 3 topics (21 questions, 3 materials, 4 cards, 0 videos).
2. Knows developmentally appropriate resources, including books, standards documents, Web resources, and individuals with content expertise, to consult for developing and implementing early childhood curriculum to support children’s learning	P.Early Childhood Curriculum	Covered	7	1	4	0	Covered by 1 topic (7 questions, 1 materials, 4 cards, 0 videos).
3. Knows programs to support children with diverse needs (e.g., at-risk, English-language learners, in need of early intervention)	P.Early Childhood Curriculum	Covered	7	1	4	0	Covered by 1 topic (7 questions, 1 materials, 4 cards, 0 videos).
4. Knows the core concepts and standards in content areas: language and literacy, and mathematics as a foundation for instructional decision making and pedagogical implementation	P.Early Childhood Curriculum	Covered	7	1	4	0	Covered by 1 topic (7 questions, 1 materials, 4 cards, 0 videos).
5. Knows the importance of what to teach and how to teach to promote positive outcomes for each child	P.Pacing Within Lessons and Units; FA.Promoting Fine Arts for Young Children; FA.Theatre Cross-Curricular; ELA.Promoting a Love of Reading; M.Inductive vs Deductive Reasoning; M.Learning Progressions in Math	Covered	67	6	8	2	Covered by 6 topics (67 questions, 6 materials, 8 cards, 2 videos).

Knowledge of Teaching (Domain VI)Partially covered

0 questions · 1 materials · 0 cards · 1 videosPartially covered

Official competency	Matching 240 topics	Alignment	Qs	Mats	Cards	Vids	Notes
A. Three constructed-response questions will focus on one of the following areas: Developmentally Appropriate Practices; Professionalism, Family, and Community; Observation, Documentation, and Assessment; or Content Pedagogy and Knowledge.	CRQ-Scoring-P5024.	Partially covered	0	1	0	1	Partial coverage by 1 topic (0 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 1 videos); limited supporting content.

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