Praxis II Art: Content and Analysis (5135) Exam Secrets Study Guide: Praxis II Test Review for the Praxis II: Subject Assessments (Secrets (Mometrix))

I'm still awaiting my test results, but this book was extremely helpful in my (rather short notice) preparation for the exam. I got through the book in about 3 days, but if you absolutely had to, you could probably get through it a little faster. The practice multiple choice test in the back with detailed answer key was very useful, and I learned almost as much from just reading that as I did the rest of the book. The only section I felt was a little lacking was the one on art room safety, but it got the job done. There are also a few typos and editing issues throughout, but not so bad that it's distracting or incomprehensible. Overall, a solid choice if you're searching for Praxis 5135 test prep materials.

This a great resource for the praxis exam 5135. I am hoping it will help me pass, it has definitely helped me feel more confident.

EDIT: While I still think this book is useful, the actual Praxis test was much more difficult than the practice tests (one in the book, and one online). This text should not be considered comprehensive, but it is helpful to read through when studying. I trained as an art historian, and got a 191 on the Praxis. I would definitely say the emphasis of the test is art history and terms associated with art. There was a fair amount of art making and safety in the classroom as well, which this guide prepared me for, because my background isn't in art making.I bought this guide to fill in gaps in my knowledge of art making, since I trained as an art historian. It provided just that: a 16 page, simple presentation of the basics I'll encounter in the art classroom (tools, safety, practices, names of some techniques and media, guidance about materials and media). It is, by no means, an exhaustive presentation, but it seems to be enough to prepare you for Praxis test questions.I briefly reviewed the art history section, which is organized loosely by movement (Impressionism, Fauvism), period (Gothic, Art Deco), and culture (Egypt, Mesoamerican), and highlights terms corresponding to art areas (impasto, wooden sculpture). As another reviewer commented, the presentation isn't particularly structured. Like the art making section, it's more of a free-flowing narrative. While I understand the desire for a clear presentation of art history, that would be entirely useless for a study guide. If you don't know art history, you only have time for a quick primer, which is what this guide provides. If you want properly presented art history in greater depth, consult Stokstad or Kleiner or another textbook used for survey courses.What I particularly liked was the study and test taking tips, and the practice tests provided. The study guide has a practice test at the end, followed by answers and their explanations. However, the guide also provides a link to a bucket-load of additional resources: another 100 question long practice test (more difficult than the one in the book), further study guidance and support, and a book's worth of resources and recommendations for actual teaching!

Needed to review to pass the Praxis exam to be a certified art teacher. Great for art history and art making review. Needed more examples for the critical analysis section. Had lots of tips for test prep and test anxiety for those who might need that.

This book is great to prep for your art praxis. It gives you lots of information on what's on the test and breaks it down for you step by step. There was nothing that I dislike about this guide.

It’s a great study guide with great summaries of content. I wish there were more practice tests we could access. The book was expensive so I am hoping the online materials are good.

Covers all the needed materials to pass the Art Praxis!

The information is helpful but the way. Book is made looks like a school teacher printed and staples it together. Definitely should be less money.