This course prepares non-native English speakers to take the reading and listening sections of the TOEFL iBT exam. It takes a close look at every type of listening and reading question that you may encounter on the test and provides effective strategies for tackling each type. Expanding your vocabulary, crucial for enhancing your overall English skills, is another key focus of this course.
TOEFL Reading and Listening Sections Skills Mastery
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TOEFL Reading and Listening Sections Skills Mastery
This course is part of TOEFL Preparation Specialization
Instructors: Shiva Sutherland
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Identify the different elements and expectations for the iBT reading and listening sections
Discuss strategies and tips to improve reading and listening skills
Discuss personal iBT test study plan and strategies to memorize new vocabulary
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JM
Reviewed on Feb 17, 2024
It´s a formal course and I like to understand all structure of the TOELF!
JG
Reviewed on Oct 24, 2021
I would like to see in the future more practical exercises than just general recommendations
MF
Reviewed on Apr 27, 2025
It helps to understand how the test works, and to solve it effectively
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