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BY:HAFIZ HASEEB 3691
Outline: Introduction
Why TOEFL?
TOEFL Types
Where and when can you take the TOEFL?
What Does the TOEFL Test Include?
TIME=Key To Success
How Many Questions?
Scores/ Score Values And Time
The Score And Formula
What's different about the test?
IBT StructureIBT Structure
Fairness
ETC…
Introduction:Introduction:• The TOEFL taken by non-native speakers of
English who need to submit evidence of
their language proficiency when they apply
to study in English-medium colleges and
universities.
• A new version of the TOEFL has recently
been introduced( IBT).
• Our training Course addresses the difference
between simply knowing the material and
knowing how to use the material to perform
on test day.
Why TOEFL?
Additionally, institutions such as government agencies, licensing bodies, businesses, or scholarship programs may require this test.
TOEFL TypesTOEFL Types
Three Types of TOEFL Test
PBT = Paper Based Test
CBT = Computer Based
IBT = Internet Based Test
Where and when can you take the TOEFL?
The test is usually taken on a computer in a
test center.
Candidates may take the TOEFL only once a
calendar month.
What Does the TOEFL Test Include?
Section I: Listening Comprehension
Section II: Speaking
Section III: Reading Comprehension and
Vocabulary
Section IV: Essay Writing
TIME = Key To Success
The entire test takes approximately four hours to complete.
In the Listening section, you are given 15 to 25 minutes to answer the questions.
In the Speaking section, you will be given between 15 and 20 minutes to answer the questions.
In the Reading section, you will be given 70 to 90 minutes to complete the questions. This also includes the time you spend reading the passages.
In the essay section, you will be given 30 minutes to complete your writing.
How Many Questions?
The number of questions in the Listening section ranges between 30 and 49.
The number of questions in the Speaking section ranges from 20 to 25.
The number of questions in the Reading section ranges from 44 to 55.
The number of question in the essay section ranges from 1 to 2.
Scores There is no passing or failing score! Score requirements are set by individual
colleges and universities. You’ll receive a score from 0 to 30 for each
section and a total score of 0 to 300 for the entire test.
Scores are valid for two years after your test date.
Your scores will be ready in ten days, and you can view them easily online.
They will also be mailed to you if you select that option when you register.
Scores are sent free to up to four institutions that you select prior to your test day.
Score Values and Time Listening Comprehension
Value: 30 pointsTime: 15 minutes(the clock only runs when you are answering and NOT when you are listening)
Structure: Multiple ChoiceValue: 15 pointsTime: 20 minutes
Reading ComprehensionValue: 30 pointsTime: 70 minutes (approximately)
Structure: EssayValue: 15 pointsTime: 30 minutes
The scores Your TOEFL score will range from 0 -
300. The three section scores, Listening
Comprehension, Structure, and Reading Comprehension, are combined into a single score.
Each section is worth 30 raw points.
The formula:
(30 + 30 + 30) 10 / 3 = your score out of 300.
What's different about the test? The TOEFL IBT has a new Speaking
section There is no longer a Structure section. Lectures and conversations in the
Listening section are longer. Note-taking is allowed The speech in the listening material
sounds more natural. The Reading section has new
questions . The Writing section requires typing.
Where do you get a TOEFL bulletin?
AMIDEAST maintain a supply of test bulletins with all relevant information about the TOEFL, including the registration form.
How to prepare TOEFL? Do the sample questions in the
TOEFL bulletin. Visit the TOEFL Web site to see
sample questions and tests. Purchase TOEFL preparation
materials from AMIDEAST Take a test preparation class at
AMIDEAST
What to do on the test day?
Arrive 30 minutes before the assigned test time. Check-in procedures take time.
Bring photo bearing identification, as described in the TOEFL registration bulletin.
Bring your test confirmation information.
Exam Description
The purpose of the TOEFL® test is to evaluate the English proficiency of people whose native language is not English. The scores are required for purposes of admission by many worldwide colleges and universities .
IBT Structure Total Test Time:IBT Structure Total Test Time: Approximately 4 hoursApproximately 4 hoursSection Description Topics Tested
Listening 30 to 39 questions
Tests listening skills for both short conversations, and longer academic conversations.
Reading 30 to 36 questions
Tests reading comprehension skills. Question types include multiple choices and fill in the blank .
Writing 2 essays Tests writing skills. Students are presented with two separate essay questions to which to respond.
Speaking 6 speaking questions
Tests speaking skills; test taker's voice is recorded during the exam. Question types include. Independent Topics. Integrated Topics .
Has the TOEFL score scale changed for Internet-based testing?
SectionSection Score ScaleScore Scale
ListeningListening 0-300-30
ReadingReading 0-300-30
SpeakingSpeaking 0-300-30
WritingWriting 0-300-30
Total ScoreTotal Score 0-1200-120
The total score is the sum of the four skill scores.
A simple step-by-step study plan to help students prepare for the TOEFL Test. 1. Check with the university or college you would like to attend .
2. Select a date when you want to take the test.
3. Once you’ve registered for the test, it’s time to prepare!
4. Take TOEFL practice test to familiarize yourself with the new
testing format .
5. Next, select high-quality TOEFL test preparation resources .
6. Study hard on a daily basis. Take practice tests frequently to
measure your progress.
Become familiar with the formats and Become familiar with the formats and requirements of each section of the requirements of each section of the test.test.
Read each question carefully
Pace yourself so that you have enough time to answer every question.
Answer every question in each section.
In the Listening section, confirm your answer only when you are certain you are ready to move on to the next question.
Next Generation TOEFL
Why is the test changing?*More focus on ability to communicate
*How well students use English?*Uses cohesive tasks that reflect
how language is actually used- Read/listen/speak- Listen/speak- Read/listen/write
DIFFERENCENew TOEFL (iBT) Previous TOEFL (CBT)
Test will be delivered via the Internet Test is saved on computer
Some integrated skill testing Non-integrated skill testing
Note-taking allowed for all sections No note-taking allowed for Listening, Structure and Reading
No Structure (Grammar) section; new Speaking section
CBT scores still valid for two years, but schools may require a
new (IBT) score.
Reading Section
IBT 3 passages total, 12 questions per passage Reading passages are longer: 600-700 words
each A max. of 3-4 words may be hyper-linked to a
dictionary A review button allows a student to review
answers Each question mentions the relevant
paragraph: “According to paragraph 4, what can be
inferred about…”
Reading Section
New IBT Reading Questions The author’s method of
explanation/definition Paraphrase of a sentence Choose and categorize ideas from a
list Choose key points for a summary of
the whole passage
Listening Section
IBT No more short conversation section 2 longer conversations with 2 or more
speakers each 4 longer lectures, some of which include
dialogue 5-6 questions per conversation or lecture Some questions repeat a small section and
ask about the speaker’s meaning Note taking is allowed
Listening Section
Question types
FOR
New IBT Listening Questions: Identify (Yes/No) which ideas were
mentioned (>2 answers) The meaning of a repeated phrase or
sentence The speaker’s method of explanation
Speaking SectionThis section is new6 questions in total2 independent tasks on familiar topics4 integrated tasks: = 2 based on Reading/Listening; 2 based on Listening
Speaking Section:2 Independent Tasks Each gives 15 seconds to prepare and 45 seconds to
answer Each question appears on the screen Both questions discuss non-academic information
Examples: Give this a try!!! (15 seconds-prep/45 seconds-speak)
“Describe a class you have taken in school and explain why the class was important to you. Include details and examples to support your explanation.”
“Some universities require first-year students to live in residences on campus. Others allow students to live off campus. Which policy do you think is better for…?”
Speaking Section:
4 Integrated Tasks 2 Reading/Listening/Speaking Each task gives 45 seconds to read a 5-8 sentence long
passage, and then plays a short conversation or explanation
First task: a short announcement and a long conversation
Time: 20 seconds to prepare, and 60 seconds to answer
“The woman expresses her opinion of the announcement made by the university president. State her opinion and explain the reasons she gives for holding that opinion.”
Second task: a short reading and a lecture
Time: 20 seconds to prepare, and 60 seconds to respond
“Discuss the suitability of antelopes and horses for domestication. Which is more suitable?”
Speaking Section:4 Integrated Tasks: 2 Listening/Speaking After the listening, each task gives 20 seconds to prepare
and 60 seconds to answer. Each question appears on the screen.
The first task is a long conversation between two students:
“The students discuss two possible solutions to the woman’s problem. Describe the problem. Then state which of the two solutions you prefer and why.”
The second task is a lecture that is slightly shorter than those on the CBT:
“Using points and examples from the talk, explain how the automobile and the radio contributed to a common culture in the United States.”
Writing Section: 1 Reading/Listening/Writing Task One academic reading and one listening
passage Five minutes to read the passage first Then, after listening to a lecture on the same
topic, a student has 20 minutes to write An answer must discuss the key ideas in the
listening passage and explain how they differ from those in the reading
No personal opinion is required The reading passage will always be available,
but not the lecture (must use notes)1 Writing task similar to that of the previous
TOEFL The question asks a student about personal
experience and knowledge 30 minutes to write an essay
IBT Scoring
The score report universities receive will contain:
Four skill scores
- Reading 0-30
- Listening 0-30
- Speaking 0-30
- Writing 0-30
A total score: 0-120
Student score reports will also contain performance feedback.
Scoring Comparison
IBT CBT PBT
92-93 237 580-583
79-80 213 550
68 190 520
54-55 157 480
Sections The TOEFL test measures all four English-
language skills. It takes about four hours.
Dates & Fees
Registration is available three to four months before the test date. Register early to reserve your seat. See test dates near you.
The cost of the test depends on your test location and ranges from US$160 to US$250.Find more specifics on fees here.
Registering online is the easiest method. We can walk you through it here.
Sources from:
ELTS www.elts.com TOEFL
Suggested websites: 1) www.onlinenglish.net/
TOEFL.html TOEFL
2) http://www.ets.org/toefl
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