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2010 QICFThe TOEFL® Test

» The Test of English as a Foreign Language™ measures the ability of nonnative English speakers to use and understand English as it is spoken, written, and heard in college and university settings

» Primary reason to take TOEFL – Application for admission into universities or colleges where English is the language of instruction

» Also used for immigration, licensing, scholarships, and placement

What is the TOEFL Test and Who Takes It?


» Most accepted: 7,500+ institutions in 130 countries

» Most respected: Admissions officers surveyed say that it provides more accurate scores to differentiate between applicants.

» Most fair and unbiased: Speaking responses are evaluated by 3-6 raters, unlike other tests that rely on a single rater from a local testing site.

» Most preferred: 4 out of 5 admissions officers who were surveyed and stated a preference prefer the TOEFL test over other English-language tests.

The TOEFL® Test Advantage

Source: Survey of 263 admissions officers at U.S. universities, of which 212 accept both the TOEFL test and the IELTS™ test and 152 state a preference.


» Most testing sites: With 4,500 locations in 165 countries worldwide, there is probably a test center near you.

» 100% academic content: The TOEFL test is more like what you will experience at university.

» Emphasizes communicative English – shows universities how well you use English, not just what you know about it

» Integrated questions show universities that you can summarize, evaluate, compare and synthesize information from multiple sources

The TOEFL® Test Advantage (cont)


• Total time is about 4 ½ hours• Note taking is allowed

• Sample questions:(download): http://www.ets.org/toefl/ibt/prepare/sample_questions/

• Sample questions (print-only format): http://www.ets.org/Media/Tests/TOEFL/pdf/SampleQuestions.pdf

• Test Site video: www.ets.org/toefl/testsitevideo

Section Time Limit No. of Questions

Reading 60-100 minutes 36-70

Listening 60-90 minutes 34-51

Break 10 minutes -

Speaking 20 minutes 6 tasks

Writing 50 minutes 2 tasks


TOEFL iBT™ Test Sections

http://www.ets.org/toefl/ibt/prepare/sample_questions/

http://www.ets.org/Media/Tests/TOEFL/pdf/SampleQuestions.pdf

http://www.ets.org/toefl/testsitevideo

» Website contents include:• How to register• Test prep resources• TOEFL Institutions search• Free tips and questions• Path to test day• “The Study Group” videos• Available test locations• Available test dates

Get Ready: www.toeflgoanywhere.org


» Planner contents:• An actual eight-week plan • Tips and activities to build each of the

four skills• Sample questions • Sample responses and rater annotations (on

website)» Get one for FREE from your local test

center, study abroad counselor, or test-prep school

Get Ready: TOEFL iBT™ Test Prep Planner


» Includes video tips from teachers and students

» Learn about TOEFL Destinations» Features four “Meet the

Study Group” videos

Get Ready: TOEFL® TV Channel on YouTube® www.youtube.com/TOEFLtv


The Official Guide to the TOEFL® Test

» TOEFL iBT™ preparation handbook for students

» Includes actual TOEFL iBT sample questions and two full-length practice tests

» Scoring information with ETS raters’ comments on sample responses for the Speaking and Writing sections

» Two formats:+ eBook+ Paper book with

interactive CD-ROM

Get Set: TOEFL® Test Prep


TOEFL® Practice Online: www.ets.org/toeflpractice

Get Set: TOEFL® Test Prep

» Simulates the real TOEFL iBT™ test

» Anytime, anywhere access

» Instant scores and feedback on all four skills

» Multiple complete practice tests available

» New versions released regularly


http://www.ets.org/toeflpractice

» Engaging English™ Service• Provides targeted online reading practice matched to your level and

interests• Helps you set reading goals and monitor your progress in real time

using Lexile® measures• Available exclusively as part of the TOEFL Value Packs. Sold separately

beginning in October 2010

Get Set: Skill-building tools


TOEFL Value Packs: Save big on essential TOEFL products when you register for the test

» Prep $64 – Save 20%• The Official Guide to the TOEFL® Test• TOEFL ® Practice Online

» Plus $99 – Save 30%• The Official Guide to the TOEFL® Test• TOEFL® Practice Online • Engaging English™ Service

» Premium $199 – Save 35%• The Official Guide to the TOEFL® Test• TOEFL® Practice Online • Engaging English™ Service• Eight Additional Score Reports • US$35 Next Test Discount

Get Set: TOEFL® Value Packs


» English Skills Series (powered by AmEnglish.com)• Three web-based, interactive programs that can

help you improve your English skills

Get Set: Skill-building Tools


» TOEFL® Institutions Advanced Search• Soon you will be able to input a TOEFL iBT™ score and find out where

you can go with that score.» Faster Score Reports

• Scores available within 2 weeks • E-mail notification when your scores are ready

» Enhanced Paper Score Reports for Score Users and Examinees• Provides test taker email address from ETS profile• Provides test center country and center code• Enhanced Security Features• Available by the end of the year

Go: What’s New


» New TOEFL website for students:www.toeflgoanywhere.org

» TOEFL services [email protected]

» TOEFL services telephone number1-609-771-7100

» TOEFL Bulletin www.ets.org/toefl/ibt/about/bulletin

TOEFL Contact Information


http://www.toeflgoanywhere.org/

mailto:[email protected]

http://www.ets.org/toefl/ibt/about/bulletin

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