CliffsNotes CSET: Multiple Subjects

 (18 customer reviews)

I bought this study guide just a few days before taking the CSET. It was easily the best study guide I used, and the sample questions prepared me for the questions on my test. Previously, I had checked out REA's and Barron's from my local library. They didn't really help me at all. Just my opinion.

Of course, no study guide is perfect and it's good to review as many sources as possible, but if you only buy one book, I recommend this one. It's concise, and covers each subject in appropriate detail.

Edit: Today I just found out I passed all three subtests on my first try and I don't think I would have without this. I've read complaints about the first one, maybe this 2nd edition corrected those problems.

I purchased the CSET Multiple Subjects book about two months before my exam. It was very helpful. I passed all three subtests with this book! I used it and the practice questions provided on the cset website to study. I would recommend this book to brush up on all subjects.

I don't see many downsides to this book. It is VERY thorough and I felt over prepared for the exam (better to be over than under prepared). I recommend making flash cards to help study the material from the book. It is divided into the sections tested in the subtests. The book is 500+ pages, but it is easy to skim to get the most out of the material. Don't be intimidated by the size. It even includes practice tests at the end.

Good luck!!

I PASSED all three CSET Multiple Subjects tests using this book on my first try!!!!!
I bought this book about 3 weeks before the test. I had taken out the Barron's and Kaplan CSET books from the library, but found them to be too lengthy. I knew I could not memorize 120 pages of Science text. But, they were good for taking the practice tests, so I would recommend them but the Cliff Note's book worked best for me. The part I especially liked is that they give you some samples questions in each subject area along with the content. But, they explain the answer right there, so you don't have to search in the back of the book for the answer and the reasoning. I found that to be extremely helpful because I was able to read a question, answer it and have the answer and the explanation immediately explained. Then I went on to read the subject in more depth and then took the traditional practice tests at the end of the book. The content was easy to read and understand, unlike some...Read more