toefl ibt introduction 2014

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ELCOME TO

TOEFL® iBT PREPARATION CLASS

WHAT TO EXPECT FROM TODAY’S CLASS

Getting to know each otherSetting ground-rulesFrequently-asked questions about the

TOEFL ® iBTIntroducing the format of the test

Getting to know each other

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WHAT TO EXPECT FROM TODAY’S CLASS

Getting to know each otherSetting ground-rulesFrequently-asked questions about the

TOEFL ® iBTIntroducing the format of the testIntroducing the materials available at

EQuest

SETTING GROUND RULES

What is necessary for an effective

test-preparation class?

CLASS RULES

Complete all homeworkOtherwise: ?Seek for extra resources

(research/study)Co-operate with the instructor (tell them

exactly your goals and how much time and dedication you’ll be able to invest)

Regular attendanceGive responsible feedback and

comments

More tips for TOEFL prep:Set up a mailing group (TFB08)Always bring your USBAlways review and study the handoutsPrepare a recording device (“speaking”)Do your homework, alwaysContact with the instructor in case you need

helpContact the office when you want something

to be improved (facilities, equipment)

WHAT TO EXPECT FROM TODAY’S CLASS

Getting to know each otherSetting ground-rulesFrequently-asked questions (FAQs)

about the TOEFL ® iBTIntroducing the format of the testIntroducing the materials available for

TOEFL test prep

TOEFL programsRegistrationTest administrationExaminationScore reportsStudy habits

WHAT TO EXPECT FROM TODAY’S CLASS

Getting to know each otherSetting ground-rulesFrequently-asked questions (FAQs) about

the TOEFL ® iBTIntroducing the format of the testIntroducing the materials available for

TOEFL test prep

NOW LOOK AT THE COMPLETE TEST IN YOUR HANDOUT

What is the sequence of the sections?The reading sectionThe listening sectionThe speaking sectionThe writing section

Test section

Number of Question Timing

Reading 3-5 passages, 12-14 questions each 60-100 min

Listening 4-6 lectures, 6 questions each2-3 conversations, 5 questions each

60-90 min

BREAK 5 min

Speaking 6 tasks: 2 independent and 4 integrated

20 min

Writing 1 integrated task1 independent task

20 min30 min

Extra section(s)!!!

Format of the TOEFL ® iBT

Extra section(s) in the TOEFL ® iBT

At least one of the sections of the test include extra, uncounted material.

Q: The purpose?A: ETS want to try out material for future

testsQ: Can test-takers identify which section is

counted and which is not?A: No. Test takers have to work hard on all

of the materials. The uncounted part can be any part in the test.

WHAT TO EXPECT FROM TODAY’S CLASS

Getting to know each otherSetting ground-rulesFrequently-asked questions (FAQs) about

the TOEFL ® iBTIntroducing the format of the testIntroducing the materials available for

TOEFL test prep

Official Guide

Designed by ETS General Quite easy Good to start with 01 audio CD

Cracking the TOEFL Excellent strategies

for all sections Written from the

perspective of the test designer

Easy to understand Excellent templates

for Speaking and Writing sections

Quite few exercises 01 audio CD

Longman Good overview of each

section Appropriate strategies A large number of skill-

based exercises 08 Mini-tests and 02

complete tests Easy level, suitable to

practice right after understanding the general format of the test

08 audio CDs 01 CD-ROM for sample

iBT tests

Delta Key

Appropriate strategies A lot of practice

exercises, also skill-based (similar to Longman) but more challenging

A lot of practice tests 10 audio CDs Pdf version available

CambridgeStudy plan instructionStudy strategies &

academic strategiesSkill-based exercises2 Practice Tests in

book7 Practice Tests in

CD-ROMDifficult vocabulary

Barron Clarify academic skills

that ETS want to test 07 model tests with

explanations, esp. speaking and writing samples

Very difficult, suitable after all other iBT books have been studied

Particularly challenging listening passages compared with Longman or Delta Key

10 audio CDs

Kaplan theme-based few strategiesChallenging tests01 audio CD, 01

CD-ROM for iBT tests

Available for purchase near the FTU

North Star 2 levels: Intermediate

and High Intermediate Theme-based ETS practice tests Quite easy, suitable

for beginners 04 audio CDs

The Michigan Guide

300 words for the TOEFL iBT

Best for teachers’ reference

Over 20 more books are coming, including:

Along with more than 50 audio CDs and CD-ROMS

TOEFL iBT Tests

Purchased directly from the United States

How to access these materials?

1-Buy. 2-Library with all its materials accessible30,000 a yearA 3x4 photo Equest Office

Bookstores

E-materials

www.ets.org/toeflhttp://petrusky.net/dhvn/tlieu/DeltaKeyTOEFL

iBT.pdfhttp://www.free-english.com/TOEFL-iBT-

practice-test.aspx

EQA’s expectations

Require that you work hard Require that homework be done Suggest that you co-operate with each

other Require that you give comments and

feedback

HOMEWORK

Finish the complete test in the handoutThe audio files are here; you should copy

them from the computer after class