TOEFL Preparation Tips - Being one of the most widely accepted English Language proficiency tests, TOEFL is taken by candidates whose native language is not English. The test conducted by ETS (Educational Testing Service) measures candidates' ability to understand and use English at a university level. It assesses how successfully the candidate can integrate his reading, writing, listening and speaking skills to perform academic tasks. The total duration of the TOEFL test is around four and half hours and the minimum being 3 hours 10 minutes.
Being a TOEFL applicant there could be many questions in your mind, like:
With TOEFL preparation tips, one can not only meet his/her score requirements but also improve the English language proficiency in a holistic manner.
As already mentioned, there are four sections in TOEFL- Listening, Reading, Speaking, and Writing which evaluate the basic English communication skills of an aspirant. Before understanding the TOEFL tips, candidates need to thorough with the TOEFL Test Pattern:
Section
Time Limit
Questions
Tasks
Reading
60–80 minutes
36–56 questions
Read 3 or 4 passages from academic texts and answer questions.
Listening
60–90 minutes
34–51 questions
Listen to lectures, classroom discussions and conversations, answer questions.
Speaking
20 minutes
6 tasks
Express an opinion on a familiar topic; speak based on reading and listening tasks.
Writing
50 minutes
2 tasks
Write essay responses based on reading and listening tasks; support an opinion in writing.
In this article of TOEFL preparation tips, each module is described elaborately -Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking separately to provide assistance to help improve the performance of prospective test takers.
In this section, test takers will be asked to listen to lectures, discussions and conversation in English. It tests the ability to comprehend native English in an academic environment. This component usually covers more than 50 questions. Candidates will first be asked to listen to a recorded conversation, which will be followed up with a series of questions regarding the same.
A. Listen to Broadcasts: One of the easy ways to prepare for this test is by listening to discussions and debates on television. Broadcasts over the radio are very helpful as the test will also be along the same lines. An interesting method is to watch English cinema as that is where the conversations are most general and fluent. Of course, you can also watch English documentaries and feature shows.
B. Make notes: Making notes is an important aspect of listening practice. Write down whatever you think is important and always make sure that you understand what you write down.
C. Accent comfort: Build a comfort level with the foreign accent. The accent of native English speakers is usually fast and smooth. It might be difficult for you to grasp the conversation in the beginning but with more listening practice you should be able to enhance your comfort with the language.
In the reading section, candidates will be asked to read three to four passages from academic texts and answer questions. The reading exercise will be followed by 30 to 50 questions based on the given excerpts. One of the important skills that will be tested here is the candidate's ability to observe and analyze the text to present appropriate answers and arguments.
A. Read English articles: The best way to improve your reading skills is by reading newspapers, magazines, articles etc in English. They help a lot in building your vocabularyB. Practice grammar: Since the purpose of the exam is to test your vocabulary skills, you should make sure that your knowledge of grammar rules is updated. If you are worried about poor grammar, then the best trick is to practice grammar like you practice mathematics. Work on the prepositions, tenses and voices and articles as they form the base of grammar.C. Practice comprehensions: The reading section is loosely based on comprehension, you are required to choose and summarize sentences that best describe the passages and the questions asked. In that case, it helps to practice comprehensions. Practising comprehension will not only help you crack the contents of the exam, it will also make you efficient and fast.
The speaking section consists of six tasks which involve expressing candidates' opinion and placing their arguments on a specific topic. What is interesting here is that one also has to present a speech based on the listening and reading parts.
A. Practice speaking: If you are somebody who is not so comfortable speaking in public or shy away from conversing in English, then you should practise for the TOEFL speaking test. This is one of the best exercises when it comes to practising for the speaking test.B. Record: It always helps to record your voice. Whenever you are reading something say, an article or story, make it a point to record the same over a tape recorder. Listen to your speech after the exercise is complete. Do you think you can improve? Are you going too fast? Are your pronunciations correct? Recording a statement can take your practice a few notches higher. It does not just improve your speaking skills, it also helps in making your reading skills better by making you more observant.
C. Knowledge: The speaking test does not just let you speak on a random topic. It proposes a topic of relevance for the speaker. In addition, the speaker is also asked to speak on topics based on the reading and listening section. Hence, spontaneity and alertness are the two main skills that you have to work on. Also, remember to add value to what you are speaking. Your speech or argument should carry weight.
Consisting of two tasks, this section involves writing essay responses based on reading and listening tasks. Besides, the examiner will also propose an idea on which test takers have to form their own opinion and write an argumentative essay.
A. Read: Yes, reading is a very important factor in the preparation of the writing section. Again, you can read newspapers and valuable articles. Remember, the more you read, the more knowledge you gain which can eventually be exercised in your writing section.B. Make notes: Making notes is a very important aspect of preparing for TOEFL writing test. Make notes while you are reading and even when watching discussions and debates on television. You can especially make valuable notes from debates.C. Research: Research is mandatory if you are preparing for TOEFL. Since you are also required to express your opinion, it is best to know the arguments in favour and against any given recent topics.
Before preparing for TOEFL, candidates need to find the TOEFL score requirements to apply in universities of their choice.
Solving several practice tests. One can go online and take as many practise test as possible. The official practice test prepared by ETS renders candidates the experience of taking the real TOEFL iBT test (https://toeflpractice.ets.org). Applicants will be able to review and answer authentic test questions and obtain scores within 24 hours, with performance feedback on all the four skill sets measured on the test day, namely Reading, Listening, Speaking and Writing.
All the mock tests/practice tests should be timed. One needs to keep a close watch on the time taken to solve the sections.
Working on typing skills. Speed is one of the most important aspects of the TOEFL test.
It is ideal to practice on the QWERTY keyboard, as the same is offered during the test. This will help candidates to get familiarised with the keyboard and not hamper the speed.
For any doubt related to test pattern, dates, rules, and regulations candidates should always refer to the official TOEFL website.
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Hello
I think class 11th is most suitable for this condition as you don't want to mess up with the boards in class 12th so 11th is apt for this.
So, begin preparing for TOEFL and SAT together. SAT and TOEFL have a lot of similarities, except Speaking and listening in TOEFL and Maths in SAT.
3 months is more than enough time to prepare for both, in fact, if you already have elementary english perfected. TOEFL won't require more than a week. So don't worry for TOEFL.
SAT will take in reading skills that will demand your consistent concentration and focus. Maths in SAT is filthy easy! Just practice for 3 days straight and a 800 is guaranteed. Writing will also demand attention. So you need to work very hard to get 2000+. Afterall, You get scholarship on the basis of SAT. (there are other factors too).
Vocabulary will be a nagging topic (for me it was). And if you do it, you are half way through !
So, plan 3-months, when you work only for the SAT and the TOEFL. once cleared, get back to studies, work hard.
Hello !!!
https://studyabroad.careers360.com/articles/toefl-syllabus
I Hope the above link helps you!!
Hello Nitika, Yes, you do need mathematics as a subject in your 12th examinations if you are applying for MBA / MBA HR / MBA Decision Science & Analytics courses. Also you do need TOEFL/IELTS to prove your english proficiency. The minimum TOEFL score is 80 and minimum IELTS score is 6.5. Visit this official website for eligibility criteria:
https://upload.nmims.edu/admission/handoutadmission2020.pdf
hello aspirant,
see you can give toefel exam any time. because almost every month toefel exam has slot. you need to just prepare yourself. and toefel exam has no link with gmat exam. you need to apply separately for toefel as it is a english language proficiency test. you can apply for visa after gmat exam. before applying do multiple checking of eligibility criteria and marks requirement, visa permit everything. it would be best if you take some professional help. please search in your city if there is any professional who help with visa application process.
Hi Sai Krishna,
First of all I need to know if you are talking about MBA/PGDM from NMIMS Mumbai/Bangalore/Hyderabad campus.
For admission to these 3 B-schools and pursuing MBA or PGDM in Business Management or HR Management you need to sit for NMAT by GMAC exam and crack it. There is no requirement of IELTS or TOEFL.
As far as NMAT is concerned it is held once a year, but the exam can be taken as per the candidate's suitable date within a window of around 2.5 months from October to mid of December. You also get to attempt the exam a maximum of three times as per your wish but you will have to pay everytime you take an attempt. The best of three scores are considered for you final selection. The exam is a non-negative marking exam. There are three sections in the NMAT exam. They are Quantitative Skills, Language Skills, and Logical Reasoning. There are in all 120 questions and 120 minutes to answer them. Although each of the section has fixed timings and a fixed number of questions.
Language Skills - 32 questions - 22 minutes
Quantitative Skills - 48 questions - 60 minutes
Logical Reasoning - 40 questions - 38 minutes
The sections can be ordered as per your convenience. If you prefer the CAT style then start with Language Skills and follow it up with the other two.
If you are someone who prefers Quants to Language skills, then it's best to start with Logical Reasoning, follow it up with Quantitative Skills and end with Language Skills. This is my personal favorite style as among the three sections, Logical Reasoning is the most taxing one and it's best to attempt it with a fresh mind. If you are average in Quants you can still ease through Quantitative Skills. Language Skills of NMAT is one of the easiest among other B-school entrance exams.
The entire exam is more of a test of speed. The level of questions are from easy to moderate with more of them being on the easier side. So, it's the speed that matters. Being a non-negative exam it becomes imperative that you don't leave any question. There is also no point in deliberating between two answers. Just mark one option and move to the next question. Don't think that you will come back to the question later on. Mark an option and mark the question for review and move on. If you get time you come back else let your luck have a go at it as you had already marked an option.
Now coming to the cutoffs.
NMIMS Bangalore and Hyderabad campus generally gives you a call with 185+ scores. 190 would be a safe score to expect a call for PGDM from those two campuses.
NMIMS Mumbai cutoffs go a bit higher. 207+ is a safe score to expect a call. So 210 onwards one should expect a call for sure for both MBA BM and HR from the Mumbai campus.
All three are pretty good campuses to pursue management education.
Please revert back for any further queries or help. Happy to help!!
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