overview of the toefl
summary
this lesson provides a foundational overview of the toefl, focusing on its purpose, structure, and the distinctions between its internet-based test (ibt) and the paper-based test (pbt), alongside insights into the test's creation and the skills it assesses.
- toefl stands for test of english as a foreign language, with the ibt version being the most prevalent, especially in the united states, contrasting with the less common pbt.
- the primary reason for taking the toefl is for college or university applications in english-speaking countries, though some institutions may waive this requirement based on previous english education or alternative test scores.
- other tests like the gre, gmat, sat, and act, though containing verbal sections, are designed for native speakers and may present excessive difficulty in vocabulary and grammar for non-native speakers.
- ets (educational testing service) creates the toefl, sharing similarities in format and style with the gre, and it's administered at specific locations worldwide.
- the toefl assesses real-world english usage across four skills: reading, listening, speaking, and writing, emphasizing communication in academic settings rather than rote memorization of vocabulary or grammar rules.
chapters
00:00
introduction to toefl
00:19
understanding the toefl format
01:27
the purpose of taking the toefl
05:20
what does the toefl test?
note: the list of available locations where the toefl can be taken is now located at the following link:
