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Listening exams are probably the most daunting of examinations in the TOEFL examination system . They are all-encompassing and they test more than just listening skills. The TOEFL iBT exam tests are a little more than just listening but also tests one’s ability to listen, concentrate and multi-task when studying English. Students will be made to read their questions whilst listening to the exam and to also write their answers in the same language test. The test, however, is more immersive than the rest hence it can be more exciting if thoroughly prepared for.  Here are some tips on how to prepare for a TOEFL listening test:-  ·      Expose yourself to a lot of spoken English :-  The best way to prepare for such a test is to acquaint yourself with the language in either a formal or technical setting. This can only be done by listening to as much English as you can so that you develop receptive skills towards the language. This can be done by listening...

  The Speaking Test is one of the four core skills which are assessed in the Test for English as aForeign Language examination. It is intended to evaluate the candidates' oral communication abilities. The Speaking Test contributes 25 percent to the candidate's final TOEFL score therefore one must enhance his or her readiness on it to deliver outstanding overall performance. Exam Structure :-  An understanding of the structure of the test is a key aspect of ensuring that a candidate is adequately prepared for the test. The test is made up of six tasks which are divided into two classes namely; two independent tasks and four integrated tasks. Independent Tasks (Tasks 1 and 2) :-  In these, one is expected to display his or her oratory abilities on any given topic. One may be asked to talk about his or her experience, to give an opinion, or to summarize a particular topic. For each task, a candidate is granted 15 seconds to prepare and 45 seconds to speak. Integrated Ta...

Preparing for the writing section of the TOEFL examination works as the key integrator of all the four skills. You will have to read, listen, and report back through written submission the questions asked. Generally, timekeeping issues are universally important.  Therefore, we will focus on only writing-based tips for the TOEFL test but first, we take a look at the examination structure :-   Examination Structure :-  You will be prompted to read an academic text in 3 minutes before it disappears. Next will be to listen to an audio on the same topic. The audio is usually a counter-argument to the text excerpt. You will have to write a text response on how the text and audio are related. The text will reappear but the audio will be gone. It is important to listen carefully and take notes when you are playing the audio. The second exercise is an open question which needs a structured essay of 300 hundred words. How then do you prepare for such? Read on!   ...

The TOEFL Reading test is an advanced examination set to assess your knowledge and comprehension of technical academic verbiage. Factually, the vocabulary exhibited seeks to interrogate your ability to fathom complex academic English texts littered with exceptional words. If you were able to read and understand the first two sentences without pausing: you are doing fine on your reading, but there is more to learn. We have compiled a few tips to help you prepare for the TOEFL Reading exam:-  Structure of the exam :-  Before we dive into the tips, you must know the structure of the exam. The TOEFL iBT test consists of 3-5 texts which have around 700 words. Each text is followed by a set of questions ranging between 12 to 15 questions. Questions are timed, with a countdown clock showing on your screen. The first 20 minutes are allocated for the first text and its questions. The remaining 2 texts are allocated 40 minutes. The following reading tips will help you as you practice...

The TOEFL is an international test written by prospective students of foreign universities that use English as a first language. The test seeks to measure the level of an individual’s comprehension and understanding of the English language. The test is a four-hour test with 4 separate sections namely; the writing section, speaking section, listening section and the reading section The Speaking section Unlike what the section’s name implies, the speaking section of the TOEFL does not only test a candidate’s ability to speak the English language. Rather, the section also takes a concise look on the candidate’s ability to read and listen to the English language. The speaking section of the TOEFL is, by a large margin, the shortest section of the TOEFL, but it can be the most strenuous. The section uses the microphone provided to convey answers. Speaking into a microphone a language that is foreign to you can be quite a task and nerves might kick in. Hence, before tackling the exam,...

The listening section is part of the four sections of the TOEFL . It is made up of three to four lectures with each lecture having six questions and two or three conversations, with five questions per conversation. The whole section can last 41 to 57 minutes depending on whether you have an experimental question. Experimental Questions :-  Experimental questions are questions that are inside the test that have no actual bearing on the total marks of the exam. Rather, they are just there to make sure a candidate fully understands a concept that is being examined by the test. The tricky part when it comes to these experimental questions is that the examiner does not notify which ones are experimental questions and which ones are not. This makes it important to treat each and every question as important during the exam to avoid losing points unnecessarily thinking a certain question is not important.   Source of Lectures :-  The lectures can be derived from any academic...

The writing section of TOEFL is part of the four sections that are inside the TOEFL test . The section consists of 30 points out of the total 120 like all the other 3.The writing section measures the understanding and listening capabilities of a candidate and, as such, it requires a candidate to put to paper the ideas that are presented to them in the material they are given. The main aim is to make sure that candidates are able to come up with well-structured essays that clearly highlight the important points and also to assess the candidate's ability to draw conclusions that are clearly articulated. The writing section is divided into two parts namely; the integrated writing skills part and the independent writing skills part. These are divided into two tasks to teach each task with an individual essay :- 1. The integrated writing skills task :-  In this task, a candidate is required to write an essay based on the information given to the candidate. The candidate is provid...

  The TOEFL test is an assessment of an individual’s proficiency in the English language. The test is, in most cases, a prerequisite for foreign students that wish to enroll into universities that use English as a first language. The test, unlike most tests which are percentage correct, is equated. That means the exam is not out of 100 but rather it is marked out of 120. The test is made up of four separate sections namely; reading section, writing section, listening section and the speaking section. Each of the four sections constitutes 30 points out of the total 120. There are two types of this test; the TOEFL IBT and TOEFL IPT. Reading section for IBT The TOEFL IBT (internet-based test) is a comprehensive test that is written using a computer device. The reading section is the first part of the TOEFL IBT test . The section is made up of four or three passages and each passage has 12 or 14 questions depending on the passage length. The reading section aims to measure a can...

Like all tests, the TEOFL can be quite intimidating for most candidates before they write and they often tend to the think that their experience with the test will be terrible. Suprisingly enough, after the exam, most candidates tend to agree that the experience was rather more pleasant than they thought it will be. The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TEOFL) is a test used to assess an individual’s understanding of the English language. The test exists in two forms namely; the IBT TOEFL and the ITP TOEFL. The experiences for the two tests are quite different as they are written using different mediums. The TOEFL IBT is written online whereas the TOEFL ITP is physically written on paper. The TOEFL IBT experience The test consists of four sections, each with an equal number of points. Each section has 30 points and the entire test has a total of 120 points. The test is four hours long and is computerized, meaning it is answered using computer devices. All the sections have ...

TOEFL stands for ‘ Test of English as a Foreign Language ’ . It is a standardized examination that is intended to evaluate the competency of non-indigenous speakers in the English language. Score Validity :-  Unlike most academic examination scores that remain legally valid for an indefinite period, the TOEFL scores are valid for only two years. After their expiration date, TOEFL scores become annulled and inaccessible online. The relatively short life cycle of TOEFL scores is key as it ensures that prospective employers and academic institutions obtain a fairly up to date overview of one's proficiency in the language. Its common knowledge that one's abilities in a foreign language changes over time. This change can be a result of general improvement in proficiency, therefore positive, or it can be a gradual decline of competency as a result of inadequate practice. This explains why TOEFL scores have a validity timeframe. Implications of the Validity Expiration :-  The exp...

Have you been studying for JAMB 2021? Do you want to know how you register for JAMB 2021? Or you have questions on what you need to be eligible for JAMB 2021? If you answer YES to any one of the three questions, you are at the right place. This article outlines the processes, procedures and information you ought to know on how to register for JAMB 2021 and the associated warnings and precautions. Official Price :-  The 2021 JAMB form price amount is N3,500 for Nigerian locals. Foreign students will have to pay $20 for the JAMB 2021/2022 registration fee, which has been slashed from $100. Note this amount is for the Form only. The whole JAMB 2021 fee will cost at most N4,700. Below is the breakdown of the different fees: • N3,500: JAMB Registration Form • N700: CBT service charge • N500: JAMB 2021/2022 textbook • $20: Foreign Centre Candidates JAMB will be OPEN FOR ALL. Procedures :-  To register, candidates MUST follow these procedures. There is no JAMB 2021 off...

TOEFL is available throughout the whole year, but that does not mean any day is opportune for you to write the test. Despite having no limits to how many attempts you can take to write the TOEFL test , the costs associated with that can be a deterrent to most aspiring candidates. It is, therefore, important to pick your examination date wisely. There are a few things that you have to consider before picking an examination date.  Let’s take a quick look at some of these key considerations:- Application(s) Deadlines :-  If you want to appear for a TOEFL exam and sit successfully, you have to abide by all the exam regulations. As such, it is important to know your applications deadline so that, by the time you submit your applications, you will have your TOEFL scores. Universities have different policies on TEOFL scores submission, some may want them earlier, some have rolling deadlines. Make sure you know the exact deadline for your intended university/college. It is wiser to ta...

The Test of English as a Foreign Language internet-based test (TOEFL IBT) is an online version of the world-renowned English language proficiency examination administered by Educational Testing Service (ETS). It assesses the candidates’ English reading, speaking, writing and listening skills. What started as a paper-based test evolved into a computer-based test until morphing completely into an internet-based examination in 2006. The TOEFL (paper-based test) is still administered in some areas. It is believed that over 30 million people have attained the TOEFL certificate. Why have a TOEFL certificate? The TOEFL IBT test aims at producing a confident English speaking, hearing, listening and writing graduate who can find his/her space easily amongst the educated. The test is a prerequisite in many universities around the globe. Over eleven thousand (11,000) universities accept a TOEFL certificate for foreign students’ admission. It is used to gauge the candidate’s competency when t...