TOEFL Reading and Listening Sections Skills Mastery

TOEFL Reading and Listening Sections Skills Mastery

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.

491 reviews

Beginner level

Recommended experience

Flexible schedule

6 hours to complete

Learn at your own pace

98%

Most learners liked this course

What you'll learn

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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Taught in English

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There are 4 modules in this course

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.

Welcome to Module 1, Introduction to the iBT TOEFL Test. In this first module, you will become familiar with the new format of the iBT TOEFL test and briefly look at what the test consists of. This includes gathering an overview of the reading, listening, speaking, and writing sections of the exam.

What's included

4 videos2 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt

4 videosTotal 14 minutes

Meet Your Teacher: Jay Daniyarova1 minute
Meet Your Teacher: Shiva Sutherland1 minute
Getting to Know the TOEFL iBT Test7 minutes
Understanding Your TOEFL iBT Score5 minutes

2 readingsTotal 15 minutes

Welcome5 minutes
TOEFL iBT Test Content10 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 30 minutes

Module 1 Quiz30 minutes

1 discussion promptTotal 30 minutes

Introduction to the iBT TOEFL Test30 minutes

Welcome to Module 2, The iBT Reading Section. In this module, you will become familiar with the question types that you will encounter on a real iBT test. You will also discuss strategies and tips to improve your reading speed.

What's included

2 videos1 reading1 assignment1 discussion prompt

Welcome to Module 3, The iBT Listening Section. In this module, you will become familiar with the question types you will encounter on a real iBT test. You will also discuss the factors that can make listening a challenge.

What's included

2 videos1 reading1 assignment1 discussion prompt

Welcome to Module 4, Vocabulary for iBT. In this module, you will become familiar with some important words you need to know before you take the iBT test. You will also learn why it is important to know these words and look at some tips that will help you boost your vocabulary.

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2 videos1 reading1 assignment1 discussion prompt

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Reviewed on Aug 29, 2022

I loved this first course. The information it is clear and effective for the TOEFL iBT. I liked the way all the content was shown.

Reviewed on Apr 28, 2025

It helps to understand how the test works, and to solve it effectively

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2023

Each question at the end of module was easy.The external link for literature was very helpfull for me understand example question of IBT test like it's pattern, structure, and tips.

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