The Educational Testing Service (ETS) has announced several adjustments to the TOEFL that will go into effect on July 26, 2023. According to official reports, the TOEFL iBT test would be reduced by one hour. The examination will now last two hours rather than three hours.TOEFL is a language test used to assess English proficiency.
The TOEFL exam has become one of the most popular English proficiency tests for students planning to study abroad. The TOEFL 2023 exam design includes four components – Reading, Listening, Speaking, and Writing – as well as a total score. The TOEFL exam is intended to examine test takers’ comprehension, writing, listening, and speaking skills in a university setting. For students who want to study abroad in an English-speaking nation, the TOEFL exam is a crucial part of their university application.
Aside from reducing the exam time to two hours from three hours, ETS has also announced that it will change the way scores are reported. At present, test takers receive their scores after around 10 days, but now they will receive their scores instantly after completing the exam. Furthermore, ETS has announced that the TOEFL registration and account creation procedure would be made simpler ensuring a more quick and smooth procedure for individuals.
How to Register for the Examination
- Check ETS’s official website.
- Register a new account or sign in to an existing one.
- Fill up the blanks accurately. Select ‘Register/Find Test Centres, Dates’ from the drop-down menu.
- Select the TOEFL test dates and times.
- When you pay, your reservation is confirmed.
- You will receive a booking confirmation and payment confirmation at the email address you registered with and your phone number.
TOEFL Score
The range of TOEFL scores for each section is 0-30. Computational approaches were used to determine the TOEFL score range. India is a place of various cultures, and applicants from all over the country take the TOEFL exam to get a job or further their studies. ETS collected data on Indian applicants and their achievement levels on proficiency in language exams.
TOEFL Testing Centres
TOEFL exam centres are located in around 4500 locations throughout 165 countries. Test takers in 59 locations throughout India can register for accessible exam centres at their leisure.
Eligibility
There are no explicit eligibility criteria established by the TOEFL exam’s administering authority, ETS (Education Testing System). The exam is designed for non-native English speakers who want to work or study in an English-speaking country. The conducting body has not established any official criteria or requirements for exam takers.
Preparation Strategies
- To boost your vocabulary, utilise vocabulary flashcards.
- Perform as many sample tests as possible.
- Create your own TOEFL study schedule and stick to it religiously.
- Learn vocabulary from many academic disciplines and themes.
- Before attempting a response, always carefully read the questions.
- Utilise passage skimming and scanning techniques.
- English news and films might assist you in understanding the native accent.
- To improve your vocabulary, read journals, novels, and other English literature.
- Reading challenging literature is the best approach to enhancing your reading ability.
- Maintain a steady pace when reading the situations