TOEFL Test-Taking Strategies

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TOEFL Test-Taking Strategies

This course is part of TOEFL Preparation Specialization

Instructors: Shiva Sutherland

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4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

144 reviews

Beginner level

Recommended experience

6 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Identify tips and best practices for the iBT reading, listening, speaking, and writing tasks
Evaluate personal fluency in English and strategies to improve
Practice using new vocabulary and complex sentence structures

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There are 4 modules in this course

This course prepares non-native English speakers to take the TOEFL iBT exam by providing helpful tips and proven techniques for successfully completing the reading, listening, speaking, and writing sections of the iBT. In this course, you will learn a variety of strategies, such as note-taking, using templates, and analyzing speech patterns, and you will review many sample questions and responses.

Welcome to Module 1, TOEFL iBT Reading Strategies & Tips. In this module, you will become familiar with some effective reading strategies that can help you answer the questions that you will encounter in a real iBT reading section. You will be able to apply the right strategies for the right question types and be more prepared for the test by improving your vocabulary and reading comprehension skills.

What's included

4 videos2 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt

4 videos Total 24 minutes

Meet Your Teacher: Jay Daniyarova 1 minute
Meet Your Teacher: Shiva Sutherland 1 minute
iBT Reading Strategies (Part 1) 10 minutes
iBT Reading Strategies (Part 2) 12 minutes

2 readings Total 20 minutes

Welcome 5 minutes
iBT TOEFL Reading Tips 15 minutes

1 assignment Total 30 minutes

Module 1 Quiz 30 minutes

1 discussion prompt Total 30 minutes

Reading Tips & Strategies 30 minutes

Welcome to Module 2, iBT Listening Strategies & Tips. In this module, you will become familiar with some effective listening strategies that can help you answer the questions that you will encounter in a real iBT reading section. You will be able to apply the right strategies for the right question types and be more prepared for the test by improving your listening comprehension and note-taking techniques.

What's included

2 videos1 reading1 assignment1 discussion prompt

Welcome to Module 3, iBT Speaking Tips & Strategies. In this module, you will become familiar with strategies that will help you answer the tasks that you will encounter in a real iBT speaking section. You will learn how to approach each task effectively and utilize your preparation time as well as speaking time efficiently.

What's included

2 videos1 reading1 assignment1 discussion prompt

Welcome to Module 4, iBT Writing Tips & Strategies. In this module, you will become familiar with strategies that will help you answer the tasks that you will encounter in a real iBT writing section. You will learn how to approach each task effectively and utilize your time efficiently.

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2 videos1 reading1 assignment1 discussion prompt

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Shiva Sutherland

University of California, Irvine

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Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

I was a bit upset that speaking and writing sections haven't been updated according to the latest 2026-2027 TOEFL test. However, the strategies are universal and help me a lot with my learning

Reviewed on Feb 18, 2025

The course was outstanding. I have learned a lot I will use the learned tips for my TOEFL test.

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2022

I found this course really easy to understand. Thanks to the instructor who prepared this great course for the TOEFL takers.

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