Wednesday, December 26, 2007

Overview of TOEFL IBT

Internet-based Test

The TOEFL® Internet-based test (iBT) emphasizes integrated skills and measures all four language skills, including speaking. The content on the test is authentic, and the language is consistent with that used in everyday, real academic settings.
The test has four sections:

Reading measures the ability to understand academic reading material.

Listening measures the ability to understand spoken English as it is used in colleges and universities.

Speaking measures the ability to speak English in an academic context.

Writing measures the ability to write in a way that is appropriate for college and university course work.








Section Time Limit No. of Questions
Reading 60-100 minutes 36-70
Listening 60-90 minutes34-51
Break 10 minutes
Speaking 20 minutes 6 tasks
Writing 50 minutes 2 tasks


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