Yes! after i explained the TOEFL on the last post, now i will give you some information about how to get high score! enjoy your time!
1. Familiarize
yourself with the TOEFL format
One reason people experience exam stress is because
they haven’t prepared sufficiently and don’t know what to expect before a test.
One way to prevent stress on exam day is by studying the format of the test in
detail.
With our TOEFL®iBT Introductory Course and
our TOEFL®iBT Preparation Course you will learn how the exam is
structured, helpful strategies for taking each section of the exam, and other
general tips that will boost your score a few points. We will practice
hundreds of exam questions and you will take multiple practice tests.
After taking our TOEFL courses, you will feel extremely prepared on exam
day.
2. Research
TOEFL Score Requirements
It’s important to research the minimum requirements
for the university or institution you are interested in going to so that you
know how many points you need to increase your score. We then can have an
estimate of how many hours of our TOEFL®iBT Introductory and/or Preparation
Courses you will need. If you’re interested in studying in the USA,
please check out our Admissions TOEFL score requirement list.
During our first meeting we will talk about what you
can currently score on the TOEFL, what score you need to get into your top
schools and which TOEFL program can help you to achieve these scores. Remember
that the scores for the paper based test are different than the scores for the
iBT. Also, scores achieved on practice exams are normally a few points
higher than you will achieve on the actual exam.
3. Learn
Academic English
TOEFL is used for a different purpose than other ESL
tests. The TOEFL specifically measures your ability to succeed in an American
university or college.
You should concentrate on studying language that you
would hear and see on campus and in the classroom by reading textbooks,
encyclopedias, journals and research articles. This will help you to become
familiar with the presentation and language used in academic material.
One of best ways to prepare for the TOEFL is to
practice taking the test. If you are taking one of our TOEFL class, AES will
provide you with plenty of study material that you will not have to purchase on
your own. We will be drilling you with exercises the cover the 4 key
TOEFL sections: reading, writing, speaking and listening, as well as boosting
your vocabulary and taking full-length practice exams. We use a variety
of books and pick the best sections from each book to maximize their
effectiveness and create the perfect study package.
4. PRACTICE!
A key to benefiting from taking the practice exams
is to review your exam and to understand what you did well and what you did
poorly. AES will examine your performance on the exam and adjust your
program accordingly- spending more time improving your weak areas and less time
on your strengths.
In addition, our students will have access to our
database of our online study material which can reinforce and supplement our in
class material.
Note* Full length exams taken during class hours
will be charged at a reduced hourly rate.
5. Find
a Mentor
A reliable native English teacher who knows a lot
about the TOEFL is one of the best resources a student can have. The teachers
at American Exam Services have the answers to your questions that your textbook
can’t answer for you. We give you excellent hints and help you with
“complicated” grammar questions. This increases students’ understanding
and reduces frustration. Additionally, we call on other students in the
class to answer questions as teaching is a great way to learn and re-enforces
what one already knows.
6. Be
Prepared On a Test Day
If you have taken our TOEFL®iBT course(s) and arrive
at the test center with all of the things you need, you will feel calm and
ready. This is extremely important because when you are nervous, your memory
does not work as well. Make sure to leave well ahead of schedule and aim
to be at the test center 30 minutes ahead of time.
To finish off your last course with AES, we will
watch an informational ETS® video that explains the rules and requirements of
the exam, as well as what you should and should not bring to the exam.
7. Place
YourSelf
During the exam, monitor your time and pacing of the
test very closely. Many students do poorly on the TOEFL because they
spend too much time on difficult questions. You should dedicate a certain
amount of time to each section of the exam and it is important not to exceed
that limit.
As a part of our TOEFL courses, we will talk about
how much time should be spent on each section and how to prevent having to rush
the last section(s) of the exam. We will teach you about how the
different sections are broken up, how to maximize the time you have for writing
the essay, as well as other time-saving strategies. These alone can help
improve your TOEFL score dramatically!
8. Become
an Expert Note Taker!
You will be able to take notes in each section as
you take the TOEFL iBT. Note taking is allowed because it is an important skill
you need to excel at the university level. We will practice taking notes on the
main idea of what you read and hear as well as on the main details. We
recommend you do this throughout your day as you listen to news reports, read
websites and watch TV. Create your own shorthand for frequently used words and
phrases.
9. Answer
Every Question
Never leave a question blank. Eliminate all of the
answers you know are wrong and then make an educated guess. Even if you can’t
eliminate an answer, you have a 25% chance of getting the correct answer.
10. Secrets
For The Reading Section
- Familiarize
yourself with key academic vocabulary
- Practice
reading without using a dictionary. This will help you improve your
reading comprehension without the need to understand every word.
- Concentrate
on the areas in the passage that the questions pertain to. Skim the
passage, read the questions, then read again for more details.
- You
will usually be asked a main idea question, at least two vocabulary
questions, some detailed question and inference questions.
- You
will not have the time to re-read a whole passage in detail.
11. Secrets
For The Listening Section
- Simulate
a real testing environment- when practicing for the listening section,
only play the CD once. This will train your ears to listen fully the
first time.
- During
the real exam do not look back at listening questions you have
already answered.
- Learn
to listen for main ideas, presentation and key details.
12. Secret
For The Speaking Section
- Although
it is best use much of the time as possible with you oral response, it is
okay to hesitate a moment or two before giving your response.
- Sum
things up in the end with a short conclusion.
- Try
to only use words that you feel comfortable pronouncing- you will lose
points for poor pronunciations.
- Do
not use vocabulary or idioms that you do not fully understand as you will
lose points for their improper use.
13. Secret
For The Writing Section
- Memorize
phrases from practice tests that show you how to make connections in the
first part of the writing section.
- Keep
your writing simple and clear.
- Only
use vocabulary and punctuation you are sure of.
- Spend
time planning your essay before you write it. This will save you
time in the long run!
- While
practicing for the essay section, find a format you are comfortable with
and use that format every time.
- Use
lots of supporting examples
- Make
your writing easier to read by using transitions (memorize a list of
them).
- Leave
time at the end to check over your essay.
14. Strengthen
All For The Communication Skill
It is essential to do well in all four areas:
reading, writing, speaking and listening. With the help of AES we will
determine exactly which areas you need the most help in. Perhaps your reading,
listening, and writing skills are ready, but your speaking skills still need
work. If you do very poorly on one section of the test, you will have to
retake the entire test. You can’t redo just one section. Make sure that you are
ready to take the whole test when you register.
15. Dress
in comfortable Clothing
You should dress in comfortable layers on test day
because you never know whether or not the test room will be cold or warm. Wear
your favorite shirt or bring something that has a special meaning to you. When
you feel good and comfortable you perform better
16. Make
Sure to Eat before the Test
You will not be allowed to bring any food or drinks
into the test room with you. Eat a light meal before you take the test as four
hours is a long time to go without eating. Avoid too much caffeine as it
can sometimes increase anxiety and actually decrease ones focus. Don’t consume
large amounts of sugar right before the test. And make sure that you have had
plenty of water.
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