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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 Format
Listening Section
2 conversations
4 lectures/discussions
34 questions (5 per conversation, 6 per lecture)
About 50 minutes
TOEFL Scoring
Reading
Listening
Speaking
Writing
Total Score
0-30
0-30
0-30
0-30
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 Success
The book mentions 10 keys that will help you get better
scores on the test.
① Increase general English knowledge
② Learn about the test
③ Prepare – train for the test
④ Be in good physical condition
⑤ Get computer practice
10 Keys to Success
① Become familiar with format and directions of
test
② Be organized – don’t cram at the last minute
③ Use time wisely
④ Use process of elimination for multiple choice
⑤ Relax – don’t be anxious!
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Important Listening Skills
Understanding the main idea
Understanding supporting ideas, facts
Draw inferences - make a conclusion based on
information from the conversation
Identify the speaker’s purpose attitude (is he angry?, is
she confused?)
Ordering
Analyzing charts
The Test
You 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.
Timing
You 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 Taking
You should take notes while listening to the
conversations and lectures. We will practice this
important skill today!