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Longman Preparation Course for the TOEFL iBT Test, 3rd Edition

This new edition gives students all the tools they need to succeed on the new TOEFL® iBT integrated-skills test. Providing both a comprehensive language-skills course and a wealth of practice for all sections of the test, the Longman Preparation Course for the TOEFL iBT® Test, Third Edition is appropriate for courses in TOEFL test preparation or as a supplement to more general ESL courses.

New to the Third Edition:

New guidelines and strategies for note-taking.
New tips and hints throughout the practice sections.
Downloadable audio program and teacher’s materials, including lesson plans and classroom activities.
Access to MyEnglishLab: TOEFL: the easy-to-use online learning program, with extensive additional practice activities, pre- and post-tests, and three full-length tests.

Features:

Updated material for all the new types of test passages and questions.
Diagnostic pre-tests and post-tests that allow students to identify strengths and weaknesses and assess improvement in each section.
Practice for all four skills:
- Reading provides practice exercises in the new test formats, including filling in a table or chart
- and paraphrasing.
- Listening provides authentic conversations in an academic setting and academic lectures with new
- questions about a speaker’s attitude or purpose.
- Speaking includes personal and expository tasks and integrated tasks.
- Writing consists of writing and expository tasks.
Eight Mini-Tests that preview the test’s integrated four-skills format.
Two complete Practice Tests that familiarize students with the actual test format, including length and level of difficulty.

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The Official Guide to the TOEFL iBT Test, Seventh Edition (Official Guide to the TOEFL Test) 7th Edition

The Official Guide to the TOEFL iBT Test, 7th Edition

The “Official Guide to the TOEFL iBT Test, Seventh Edition” is a comprehensive resource for individuals preparing for the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) Internet-based test (iBT). Here are the key details about the book:

Overview

Title: Official Guide to the TOEFL iBT Test, Seventh Edition
Edition: 7th
Publisher: McGraw Hill
Release Date: April 18, 2024

Key Features

Authentic TOEFL Practice Tests: The book includes four full-length practice tests that simulate the actual exam environment. These tests help students familiarize themselves with the format and timing of the TOEFL iBT.
Skill-Building Practice: It offers skill-building activities for each section of the test (Reading, Listening, Speaking, and Writing). These activities are designed to enhance the test-taker’s English proficiency and test-taking strategies.
Answer Explanations: Detailed explanations for answers to the practice questions are provided, helping students understand their mistakes and learn from them.
Scoring Information: The guide includes information on how the TOEFL iBT is scored, which helps test-takers understand what is expected in their responses.
Sample Responses: Sample speaking and writing responses are provided, along with scoring explanations, to give students a clear idea of what high-scoring answers look like.
Online Resources: The book typically comes with access to online resources, including additional practice questions and interactive activities. Each book includes a unique digital access code for these online materials.

Content Breakdown

Reading Section: Practice reading passages followed by questions that test comprehension, inference, and analytical skills.
Listening Section: Audio passages with questions to assess understanding of main ideas, details, and speaker intentions.
Speaking Section: Tasks that require test-takers to speak on familiar topics, integrate information from reading and listening passages, and express opinions.
Writing Section: Tasks that involve writing essays based on reading and listening passages, and expressing and supporting an opinion on a given topic.

Additional Benefits

Test-Taking Strategies: The guide provides strategies and tips for each section of the test to help students improve their performance.
Interactive Features: Access to online practice materials allows for additional interactive practice, which is crucial for developing test-taking skills.

This guide is considered one of the most reliable resources because it is produced by ETS (Educational Testing Service), the makers of the TOEFL test. Therefore, it aligns closely with the actual test content and format, making it a valuable tool for anyone aiming to achieve a high score on the TOEFL iBT.