subject: Toefl (test Of English As A Foreign Language) [print this page] TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is an English proficiency test which is used to measure students ability to use and understand English. TOEFL mainly evaluates candidate's ability in reading listening, speaking and writing English. TOEFL is either computer based or paper based and depends on the test centers opted by the candidate. TOEFL ibt is the internet based test and TOEFL pbt is paper based test. TOEFL is mandatory for students who plan for higher education in institutes outside India and mainly in countries where English is the first language. Also students who are interested in working or applying for visa have to take up TOEFL examination.
More than 8500 colleges all over the world accept TOEFL scores for admission. TOEFL examination is conducted in 4500 test centers in 165 countries. This examination is accepted in Australia, UK and many others. Students can cross check the requirements before taking up the examination. Toefl (Test of English as a Foreign Language) Application Form is available in the official website. Candidates can also register online.
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) Syllabus
TOEFL syllabus and examination pattern is quite similar to other English proficiency tests. The examination has four main sections:
1) Reading Comprehension: This includes 3- 5 passages and around 12-14 questions on each passage. Candidates score for every right answer. There is no negative marking.
2) Listening Comprehension: This section is looking into candidate's listening skills. In this section there are few conversations played and candidates have to answer the question asked on these conversations. Total time duration is 60-90 minutes.
3) Speaking Test: This includes 2 independent tasks and 2 integrated tasks and 20 minutes is allotted to this section.
4) Writing: This is again essay writing and includes one integrated task and one independent task. The total time allotted for this task is 50 minutes.
TOEFL Preparation
Candidates preparing for TOEFL have to spend quality time for preparation. Choosing the right books is also a very essential. Candidates have to follow the guidelines and also make sure they have a good study plan. Also understand the test pattern and plan accordingly.
Candidates can refer old question papers which are proved to be helpful. Students can always check out TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) Preparation Books | Acadzone.Com India which include solved questions and also the test pattern explained in detail. Come of the well known TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) Preparation Books are:
1) TOEFL ibt Exam: A skill- based Communicative Approach by Susan Bates
2) TOEFL by Bartholomei Timotheos
3) IELTS/TOEFL Essays by M.Elias
4) Cracking the TOEFL LBT with CD, 2012 edition by Princeton Review
5) Word Smart for Toefl (Smart Guides) by Princeton Review
These TOEFL preparation books give detailed information of the examination and also help students understand the level of difficulty and the type of questions asked. TOEFL results are announced in the official website and also intimated to the candidates personally.
