Praxis Algebra I study plan
Praxis Algebra I · Give each week a clear focus.
8 weeks · About 7 hours per week
Algebra I content domains (not enumerated in source)
Diagnose baseline weaknesses by completing a timed 40-question mixed Algebra I practice set and logging error categories
Build a personal formula sheet covering slope, slope-intercept, point-slope, and standard linear forms
Solve and graph one-variable linear equations and inequalities, including compound inequalities, with 85% accuracy
Explain in writing how to decide when an inequality flips direction
Your checkpoint
A scored baseline practice set with an error log sorted into at least five named skill categories and a one-page formula sheet
Algebra I content domains (not enumerated in source)
Compute slope from two points, a graph description, and a table, and interpret slope as a rate of change in context
Write equations of lines given slope and a point, two points, and a parallel or perpendicular condition
Convert fluently among slope-intercept, point-slope, and standard forms
Graph linear inequalities in two variables and identify the solution region from a test point
Your checkpoint
A 20-item linear functions problem set scored at 90% or better, with every missed item rewritten correctly and annotated
Algebra I content domains (not enumerated in source)
Solve systems of two linear equations by graphing, substitution, and elimination, choosing the most efficient method
Classify systems as having one solution, no solution, or infinitely many solutions from coefficients alone
Translate a two-constraint word problem into a system and interpret the solution in context
Graph the solution set of a two-variable system of inequalities
Your checkpoint
A written method-selection guide plus ten solved systems, five of them word problems, all checked by substitution
Algebra I content domains (not enumerated in source)
Apply exponent rules to multiply, divide, and raise powers of monomials and polynomials
Add, subtract, and multiply polynomials, including binomial expansion
Factor completely: greatest common factor, difference of squares, and trinomials with leading coefficient other than one
Solve quadratic equations by factoring and by the square root property
Your checkpoint
A cumulative mid-plan assessment of 30 mixed items scored at 75% or better, with a written list of the three weakest skills to target next
Algebra I content domains (not enumerated in source)
Solve quadratic equations using the quadratic formula and identify the discriminant's effect on the number of real solutions
Complete the square to rewrite a quadratic in vertex form and state the vertex
Sketch parabolas from an equation, labeling vertex, axis of symmetry, intercepts, and direction of opening
Interpret quadratic models in context, including maximum height and break-even problems
Your checkpoint
A one-page quadratic reference sheet with a fully worked example of each solution method and three contextual problems solved with units stated
Algebra I content domains (not enumerated in source)
Simplify, multiply, divide, add, and subtract rational expressions, stating excluded values
Solve rational equations and check for extraneous solutions
Apply the laws of exponents to simplify radical expressions and convert between radical and rational exponent form
Solve radical equations and verify solutions
Your checkpoint
A 25-item rational and radical expression set scored at 80% or better, with excluded values and extraneous-solution checks shown on every applicable item
Algebra I content domains (not enumerated in source)
Identify functions from tables, graphs, and mappings, and evaluate function notation including composite and inverse basics
Recognize and describe linear, quadratic, and exponential growth from tables and contexts
Write and evaluate arithmetic and geometric sequences and connect them to linear and exponential functions
Apply exponential growth and decay formulas to contextual problems
Your checkpoint
A comparative one-page summary table of linear, quadratic, and exponential behavior with a worked contextual example for each
Algebra I content domains (not enumerated in source)
Complete two full-length timed practice tests under exam conditions and score them
Re-teach the five highest-frequency error types from the full error log without notes
Practice pacing by allocating time per item and flagging items to return to
Review the personal formula sheet for recall accuracy within ten minutes
Your checkpoint
A final error-log review sheet listing the five recurring error types, the correction for each, and a timed-test score comparison showing improvement over the baseline
Milestones
Week 2: Score at least 85% on a self-made 15-item linear equations, inequalities, and graphing quiz taken closed-note in 30 minutes
Week 4: Score at least 75% on the 30-item cumulative assessment and complete the written weakest-skills list
Week 6: Solve one system, one quadratic, and one rational equation back-to-back in under 20 minutes total with no arithmetic errors
Week 8: Improve the timed full-length practice test score by at least 15 percentage points over the week 1 baseline and finish both tests within the time limit