Three Test Prep Tips for English Proficiency Exams by the ETI Academy
Preparing for English proficiency exams can be a daunting task, but with the right strategies and resources, you can approach these tests with confidence and achieve your desired score.
At ETI Academy, we understand the importance of effective test preparation, which is why we’ve compiled three invaluable tips to help you succeed in English proficiency exams.
Tip 1: Understand the Exam Format and Content
Before diving into your study sessions, take the time to thoroughly familiarize yourself with the exam format and content. English proficiency exams vary in structure and focus, whether it’s assessing grammar, reading comprehension, writing skills, or speaking abilities. ETI Academy provides detailed insights into each exam type, such as TOEFL, IELTS, Cambridge English exams, and more, outlining the specific sections, question types, and scoring criteria. By understanding what to expect, you can tailor your study plan accordingly and allocate time efficiently to each section.
Tip 2: Practice with Authentic Materials and Mock Tests
Practice makes perfect, especially when preparing for English proficiency exams. ETI Academy offers a wealth of authentic practice materials and mock tests designed to simulate the exam experience. These resources include practice questions, sample essays, speaking prompts, and listening exercises, all crafted to mirror the difficulty level and format of the actual exams. Engaging with these materials not only enhances your familiarity with exam content but also improves your time management and test-taking strategies.
Tip 3: Focus on Language Skills and Strategies
Beyond memorizing vocabulary and grammar rules, mastering English proficiency exams requires honing specific language skills and test-taking strategies. ETI Academy’s curated study guides and instructional videos provide targeted guidance on essential skills such as effective reading techniques, essay structuring, listening comprehension strategies, and speaking fluency. Additionally, our expert tips on managing test anxiety and optimizing performance ensure that you approach exam day with a calm and confident mindset.
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Preparation Tips for Tests of English
Once studnets commit to taking the standardized test of choice, their journey begins. Help students with test preparation in higher education by following our guides for three popular tests.
It’s best to have your students begin with understanding the format and question types, refining language skills, improving time management skills, and learning important strategies and techniques for answering questions (such as skimming and scanning).
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Below you will find more detailed information on each of the tests highlighted on this page. It is important to understand how each test is structured, and how each section of the test is taken. Once students have an understanding of the different structures and expectations from each test, it should be easier for you to help students decide which test is right for them, and when they can sign up to take the test.
TOEFL iBT Preparation
Students who are interested in studying at a university in an English speaking country should consider taking the TOEFL test. The test looks to test HOW students use the English language in both the academic and non-academic setting. Are your students thinking about signing up to take the iBT TOEFL? The iBT part stands for internet based test. The TOEFL test can be taken either as a paper test, or an internet based test.
This test consists of 4 sections; reading, listening, speaking, and writing. Each section tests how students use the English language in situations that resemble actual situations on university campuses.
Learn More about the TOEFL iBT
IELTS Preparation
Are you studens thinking about signing up to take the IELTS exam? Do they ask you whether they should take the Academic or General exam? As their names suggest, if students are looking to study at a university in an English speaking country, then they should take the Academic exam, which is generally considered to be harder than the General exam.
We provide videos covering both the Academic or General exams, along with information on how to improve language skills for each section the exam.
S.A.T. Preparation
Students who are considering studying in the United States should take the SAT 1 exam in order to be accepted to most colleges and universities.
International students who are considering studying in the United States can now apply to take the Digital SAT from the college board.
The Digital SAT will be available to students in the United States starting in 2024.
If international students are thinking about signing up to take the SAT 1 test, then click below to watch our videos on how to help them improve their language skills for all sections of the SAT 1 test.
UPDATE: It should be noted that students outside the United States, also need to take CLEP courses. You can find more information by clicking here to visit the college board website.
Comparing Tests of English
Before students commit to taking the test, it is important to do the research as to which test is best for their future academic goals.
If their goal is academic pursuits, then TOEFL or IELTS (academic) are their best options. The differences between these two tests are not so much in format, but the goal of each test.
Both the TOEFL and IELTS cover the basic language skills in having 4 sections (reading, listening, speaking, writing) to the test. How each test is conducted is covered in greater detail in our blogs on each test.
The TOEFL and SAT tests are American based, while the IELTS test is U.K. based. Click below to read in greater detail, which test is best for you.
Graduate Studies Abroad
In deciding to pursue graduate studies in the English language, whether at home (if students live in the US or UK) or abroad, there are important factors to consider in choosing which is the right test to help meet student’s educational goals. The GRE is more general and intended for those who are considering applying to more than one graduate study program, which may or may not include the MBA. The GMAT and GRE tests are American based and are required to join any graduate program in the US and UK, and in some other countries. Click below to read in greater detail, which test is right for your students.
Both the GMAT and GRE cover Analytical Writing Assessments, Quantitative, and Verbal Reasoning questions that test your analytical, problem solving, and critical thinking skills. So what makes these tests different?
Read More About the GMAT vs. GRE
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