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Important notes from the reading
What is TOEFL?TOEFL stands for Test of English as a
Foreign Language. It is a test designed to
measure the English ability of non-native
speakers who plan to study at universities in
North America.
TOEFL iBT?iBT stands for Internet-based test.
This test focuses on testing the person’s
English ability in an academic setting.
- new speaking section
- writing section expanded
TOEFL iBT Listening FormatListening Section
2 conversations
4 lectures/discussions
34 questions (5 per conversation, 6 per lecture)
About 50 minutes
TOEFL ScoringReading 0-30Listening 0-30Speaking 0-30Writing 0-30Total Score 0 – 120
What is a passing score? There is no passing score. Every university has its own standards for admission. So, check the standards for the university you are interested in.
10 Keys to SuccessThe book mentions 10 keys that will help you get
better scores on the test.
①Increase general English knowledge
②Learn about the test
③Prepare – train for the test
④Be in good physical condition
⑤Get computer practice
10 Keys to Success① Become familiar with format and
directions of test② Be organized – don’t cram at the last
minute③ Use time wisely④ Use process of elimination for multiple
choice⑤ Relax – don’t be anxious!
p. 2-13
Important Listening SkillsUnderstanding the main ideaUnderstanding supporting ideas, factsDraw inferences - make a conclusion based
on information from the conversationIdentify the speaker’s purpose attitude (is he
angry?, is she confused?)OrderingAnalyzing charts
The TestYou will hear 2 conversations and 4 lectures
- Conversations are between 2 people. One
person is a student. The other might be another
student, librarian, professor, etc. They deal with
situations related to university life.
- Lectures take place in the classroom. There may be one speaker (the professor), or an academic discussion between the professor and students.
TimingYou have 20 minutes to answer the questions
- this does not include the listening time
- individual questions have no time limit. For
example, you can spend 5 seconds or 3 minutes
on 1 question. But you must finish the entire
section (34 questions) within the time limit.
- the entire section (listening and answering) will
take about 60 minutes
Note TakingYou should take notes while listening to the
conversations and lectures. We will practice
this important skill today!