Here are the 3 questions that I’m asking my foreign-trained professionals to consider when they choose their TOEFL iBT test date in April, May, June or July 2023… And here are my predictions about how the new test format will impact people’s performance on Reading, Speaking and Writing differently. My Transcript Are you having trouble …
In this article, you’ll find information about what you can expect on TOEFL iBT’s new (shorter!) test, beginning July 27, 2023. Also, I share some tips about what to expect on the new activity called “Academic Discussion” on TOEFL iBT Writing. Catch up on my first announcement In the video below, you can watch a replay video …
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Here’s what I said when one of my students (who needs a 26 on TOEFL Speaking) asked me this question… “I need help with this prompt: Do you agree or disagree? Having power and money is the best definition of success.” You can turn on subtitles by clicking “CC” on the lower right of …
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Click ▶️ to listen if you prefer that to reading What do you do if you’re telling yourself these kinds of messages about your ability to succeed at TOEFL iBT? “It’s not possible.” “I can’t do it.” “I’m not good enough / smart enough / young enough / fast enough / _____ enough.” “The conditions …
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If you’re new to studying for TOEFL iBT, one of the most useful things to do very early on is take an official practice test. My video demonstration below shows you how to do that. ETS is the company who creates the TOEFL iBT test. They have a special website where you can log into …
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One of the most common reasons why you may not be seeing your higher, required score on TOEFL iBT Speaking and Writing is a little-known issue called “fossilized” errors or “fossilized” mistakes. What is a “fossilized error”? Basically, a “fossilized” mistake is something that you repeat so many times, you memorize the mistake. Even if …
During my decade in this industry, I’ve had countless conversations with students who are confused, frustrated and disappointed when their official score report is released by ETS. They felt they did everything they should… but the score report shows numbers that are too low. Below is a list of reasons why your score might have …
22 Reasons Why Your Score Fluctuated on Your TOEFL iBT Tests Read More »
By the time that you’ve finished this free 60-minute strategy session, you’ll have the motivation for your career and life goals for TOEFL iBT this year. As a result, you’ll feel energized when you wake up in the morning. And when life gets complicated and buys, you’ll have the clarify and focus that you need …
Whether you’re a healthcare professional or a university student, there is no way to avoid email communications. These 5 tips will make sure that whenever you are sending emails, your message goes out the most professional way. That way, you avoid the risk of not getting lost, making an unprofessional impression (or simply that you’re …
Discover which popular Task 1 Introduction sentence is a “score-killer” and the “perfect” alternative for rapidly earning points and contributing to a high score like 26