Currently,
many universities abroad that offer educational programs with one of
the main requirements to meet certain TOEFL score indicating the
ability to speak English.
Not only for educational purposes only abroad, in the country there were several leading universities require TOEFL scores specified as a condition of graduation.
Even in the recruitment of employees / employee for a particular position also requires a high TOEFL scores.
Not only for educational purposes only abroad, in the country there were several leading universities require TOEFL scores specified as a condition of graduation.
Even in the recruitment of employees / employee for a particular position also requires a high TOEFL scores.
TOEFL
stands for Test Of English as a Foreign Language, which was
introduced in 1960 by Educational Testing Services (ETS). There are
two types of TOEFL tests that can be done, the first was for the
Computer-Based Test (CBT) and the second is the Paper-Based Test
(PBT). In general, there is no significant difference when viewed
from the side of the test material. Both posted the test focused on
three important things that indicate English proficiency, ie
Listening, Structure and Reading. in some of the providers TOEFL
test, sometimes coupled with Writing.
The fundamental difference of the two types of tests on the CBT test is carried out using computer media while PBT is not. Another difference is the scale of the value of the TOEFL test, CBT value scale is 0-300, while the PBT is 310-677. For simplicity, consider the following comparison table:
The fundamental difference of the two types of tests on the CBT test is carried out using computer media while PBT is not. Another difference is the scale of the value of the TOEFL test, CBT value scale is 0-300, while the PBT is 310-677. For simplicity, consider the following comparison table:
| PBT | CBT |
| 677 | 300 |
| 650 | 280 |
| 600 | 250 |
| 550 | 213 |
| 500 | 173 |
| 450 | 133 |
| 400 | 97 |
If
the value of test TOEFL 500 (PBT) up or 173 (CBT) over the odds for
admission to foreign universities a huge demand. TOEFL test value
below 450 indicates that English language skills are still the
standard (or even lower) so it is advisable to take an English
course.
While the value of 450-499 demonstrate English language skills are above average but there are still some things that need to be established again (reviewed places) is in its structure, listening, or reading it depends where the lowest value.
While the value of 450-499 demonstrate English language skills are above average but there are still some things that need to be established again (reviewed places) is in its structure, listening, or reading it depends where the lowest value.
Often
do not realize that it is not always those who are good English
speakers can get a high TOEFL score easily. That is because the TOEFL
test is not only read and translate it but more than that to
determine the extent of ability in reading and listening to English
conversation and structures in English. Still not enough, it is
sometimes necessary training and experience before familiar with the
TOEFL test questions.
If ever follow TOEFL test and get the value is not as expected then do not worry because the actual TOEFL scores can be used as "initial capital" to obtain a higher value. With once took TOEFL test before it can be known location of flaws that need to be fixed so hopefully the next test can earn a higher score. There are four tips that you can run to get a higher TOEFL scores are:
If ever follow TOEFL test and get the value is not as expected then do not worry because the actual TOEFL scores can be used as "initial capital" to obtain a higher value. With once took TOEFL test before it can be known location of flaws that need to be fixed so hopefully the next test can earn a higher score. There are four tips that you can run to get a higher TOEFL scores are:
Tips
first,
take note of the three sections (Listening, Structure, Reading) which
have been assessed in the previous section of the TOEFL test which
got the lowest score. If the lowest value is on the Listening portion
of the reviews focus more on Listening. Likewise, if the lowest score
on the Reading or Structure, the focus of the review on the second
section is given more.
Tip two, use at least an hour a day to do a review so that up to seven hours a week is required for the review can be distributed evenly on each day. By the time the review is relatively not too long in a day, then it will be effective to improve the TOEFL score on the next test.
Tip three, do not even try to memorize the questions and answers from the TOEFL test TOEFL examples about anywhere. That is because the examples that test questions may be similar but may not be exactly the same.
Tips fourth, when doing practice questions do not be in a hurry to move on to the next practice questions. Try to think and understand each answer you choose, why answer B is selected? why not a? whether the problem is similar to the previous question? where the resemblance? and so on.
In essence, what was done in the face of the TOEFL test is basically to learn how so that we have enough knowledge to be able to answer the questions properly TOEFL test so as to obtain a higher value than before. Facing the TOEFL test is not enough just having technical knowledge about listening, structure, and reading alone. Many non-technical terms should also be noted that not annoying, interrupting the concentration or even be the cause of the failure of the TOEFL test. Some of them are:
Do not be too eager to be able to answer 100% correct about the TOEFL test so force yourself to review all the material the night before the test TOEFL TOEFL done. Simply review the core from each section were considered important, because reviewing all of the material that would make confusion and panic. Remember, with only 75% of the questions can be answered correctly TOEFL is more than enough to get a good grade.
Strive not to travel at night before the test. If this is done then you will lose the opportunity to do a review of some important things that might be very useful in testing the next day. Prepare at least three sharpened pencils (ready to use), if you can pencil eraser that already exist so it is easy and quick to use when needed. For anticipation, there is no harm in carrying are also sharpening a pencil, but still try pencils sharpened since from home.
Do not forget to bring a photo ID card or test as required following the TOEFL test has been specified. Officers may prohibit participant who fails in this case to follow the test. Get up earlier than usual. Supervisors generally do not allow participants to enter follow the test when the test is in progress.
Test will last for about three hours without a break, with two hours is the time to complete the test questions while the rest are for explanation and instructions. Therefore adequate breakfast will help to avoid hunger during the test. Although the room is usually already available test time, it is helpful if bringing clock.
Remember that books, dictionaries, tape recorders, cell phones and the like, lighters, pens, and notes will not be allowed to be used during the test. Generally a seat at the test set, as per the prescribed sit and concentrate on the questions and answers. Avoid communicating with friends during the test took place, because it can be accused of cheating or cheating by the test supervisor.
Answer the questions of the entire test is multiple choice. Select one correct answer by giving a black mark (marking) in full on the oval circle answers available. Make sure the black mark is not out of the loop a specified limit. Negligence in this regard led to the answer is not recognized by the computer system.
If necessary, justified to change an answer, delete the wrong answer and marking another answer is right but do it carefully because the "smear" that was not clean cause the computer to assume there are two answers to one question. Usually not allowed to mark answers in the question, underline, giving notes, or doodling booklet. Do not do or supervisor may have reason to admonish the participants test.
Tip two, use at least an hour a day to do a review so that up to seven hours a week is required for the review can be distributed evenly on each day. By the time the review is relatively not too long in a day, then it will be effective to improve the TOEFL score on the next test.
Tip three, do not even try to memorize the questions and answers from the TOEFL test TOEFL examples about anywhere. That is because the examples that test questions may be similar but may not be exactly the same.
Tips fourth, when doing practice questions do not be in a hurry to move on to the next practice questions. Try to think and understand each answer you choose, why answer B is selected? why not a? whether the problem is similar to the previous question? where the resemblance? and so on.
In essence, what was done in the face of the TOEFL test is basically to learn how so that we have enough knowledge to be able to answer the questions properly TOEFL test so as to obtain a higher value than before. Facing the TOEFL test is not enough just having technical knowledge about listening, structure, and reading alone. Many non-technical terms should also be noted that not annoying, interrupting the concentration or even be the cause of the failure of the TOEFL test. Some of them are:
Do not be too eager to be able to answer 100% correct about the TOEFL test so force yourself to review all the material the night before the test TOEFL TOEFL done. Simply review the core from each section were considered important, because reviewing all of the material that would make confusion and panic. Remember, with only 75% of the questions can be answered correctly TOEFL is more than enough to get a good grade.
Strive not to travel at night before the test. If this is done then you will lose the opportunity to do a review of some important things that might be very useful in testing the next day. Prepare at least three sharpened pencils (ready to use), if you can pencil eraser that already exist so it is easy and quick to use when needed. For anticipation, there is no harm in carrying are also sharpening a pencil, but still try pencils sharpened since from home.
Do not forget to bring a photo ID card or test as required following the TOEFL test has been specified. Officers may prohibit participant who fails in this case to follow the test. Get up earlier than usual. Supervisors generally do not allow participants to enter follow the test when the test is in progress.
Test will last for about three hours without a break, with two hours is the time to complete the test questions while the rest are for explanation and instructions. Therefore adequate breakfast will help to avoid hunger during the test. Although the room is usually already available test time, it is helpful if bringing clock.
Remember that books, dictionaries, tape recorders, cell phones and the like, lighters, pens, and notes will not be allowed to be used during the test. Generally a seat at the test set, as per the prescribed sit and concentrate on the questions and answers. Avoid communicating with friends during the test took place, because it can be accused of cheating or cheating by the test supervisor.
Answer the questions of the entire test is multiple choice. Select one correct answer by giving a black mark (marking) in full on the oval circle answers available. Make sure the black mark is not out of the loop a specified limit. Negligence in this regard led to the answer is not recognized by the computer system.
If necessary, justified to change an answer, delete the wrong answer and marking another answer is right but do it carefully because the "smear" that was not clean cause the computer to assume there are two answers to one question. Usually not allowed to mark answers in the question, underline, giving notes, or doodling booklet. Do not do or supervisor may have reason to admonish the participants test.
Answers are rated only true answer. Therefore do not let the blank answer sheet for the answer wrong will not reduce the value of, and do not answer more than one answer. If you are not sure what the correct answer of all answers are available, do these tips: Pay attention to the answers that you think are wrong, then of the remaining answers to select one that you think is right.
If no way to choose which is right and wrong answers, select one of the letters of the answer (eg B) and then use the answers to B's other issues that also did not know the answer. By way of answer the same questions that do not know the answer, then the possibility (probability) the correct answer is 25%. Use this trick, especially when time is very tight.
Some of the above are simple things which if implemented will greatly reduce non-technical factors that could cause the failure of a barrier or TOEFL test.
Preparation before facing the TOEFL test will be able to improve their knowledge and skills in understanding English. But it will all be meaningless if the TOEFL test questions can not be answered properly because non-technical factors that occur when undergoing TOEFL test.
Here are some important things to keep in mind during their TOEFL test:
- Relaxed. As long as everything is prepared in advance then there is no reason to be nervous, panic, or nervous face test. When feeling nervous, panic, or nervousness that is exactly what happened at the time of test, try to close your eyes and say to yourself, "I do not need to be nervous, I was prepared" and then pull a deep breath and exhale slowly, feeling all parts of the body to relax, relax.
- The concentration of the question. Do not talk, focus on the TOEFL test. Do not look around but answer questions related to the TOEFL test is being done. Do not think about the value and results obtained from the results of the TOEFL test, the focus all the attention on the test questions and answers then. If do not understand and do not know the answers to questions, choose the best according to you then forget, focus on questions and answers next number.
- Do not cheat. In TOEF test, cheating is a serious problem that is strictly prohibited. If this is done then the risk is the answer to the TOEFL test will not be graded so useless've done during this preparation.
- Continue to learn. If the value of the TOEFL test is also unsatisfactory, do not despair, do not listen to what anyone says. Evaluation of test results, find where lies the weakness, then multiply again a weak review in the section. Conversely, if the value is satisfactory, still continue to learn as much information and knowledge essential to "pooled" with English skills already possessed.
