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TOEFL exam scores are based on the results of three sections: hearing comprehension, structure and writing expression, and reading comprehension. This test is commonly used at most colleges to assess students' English competence.
Listening is the hardest element for EFL students to complete out of the three. As a result, they must be strategic when listening to longer and more varied sections; also, they should be accustomed to listening to both dialogues and monologues on the TOEFL. When listening to monologues, the listener should "process long stretches of speech without interruption-the stream of speech will go on whether or not the hearer comprehends" and identify the 'interpersonal and transactional' features from listening to dialogues.
Furthermore, listening to natives necessitates some strategic ways of comprehension, which many students frequently struggle with; thus, EFL teachers could facilitate and train students to cope with some learning materials, time management, media, and the gradual teaching listening should be from "basic to more complex". As a result, it is vital to carefully plan the listening activities as one progresses to more intricate operations. Using 'new tactics' can improve teaching and learning.
General Information:
Longman Preparation Course for the TOEFLA (R) Test: Next Generation (IBT), a book/CD-ROM package written by Deborah Phillips, gives students all the tools they need to succeed on the new TOEFLA (R) integrated-skills test. Providing both a comprehensive language skills course and a wealth of practice for all sections of the test, the Longman Preparation Course is appropriate for courses in TOEFLA (R) Test preparation or as a supplement to more general English courses. Note: You must have the audio program to use the listening material (the Skills Practice, the Mini-Tests, and the Complete Tests) in the textbook. Click here to order the audio program (on CD or audiocassette).
The Student Book features:
Authentic material for all the new types of passages and questions on the test.
Diagnostic pre-tests and post-tests that allow students to identify strengths and weaknesses and assess improvement in each section.
Practice sections for the four skills:
• Reading provides practice exercises in the new test formats, including filling in a table or chart and paraphrasing.
• Listening provides authentic conversations between two people in an academic setting and academic lectures with new questions about a speaker's attitude or purpose.
• Speaking includes personal and expository tasks and integrated tasks.
• Writing consists of expository and integrated tasks: reading/listening/writing.
• Eight mini-tests that preview the test's integrated four-skills format.
• Two complete practice tests that familiarize students with the actual test format and timing.
The CD-ROM features:
• Completely different material from the Student Book.
• Practice sections for all parts of the test, including speaking.
• Eight mini-tests, and two complete tests.
