TOEFL Exam Information
The TOEFL, or Test of English as Foreign Language, exam is a type of standardized test used to assess non-native English speakers' use and understanding of written and spoken English.
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The examination is designed and administered by Educational Testings Services (ETS), which also designs and administers a number of other standardized examinations, including the SAT and GRE (Graduate Record Examination).
Formats
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The TOEFL is available, reports Exam English, in a paper-based format and computer-based format (in some locations). The tests are given in testing centers and the format availability is determined by the capabilities of the individual centers.
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Components
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There are four components to each format that, while titled differently, cover the same essential skills. The skill areas tested are reading, writing, listening and speaking.
Uses
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The primary purpose of the examination is to facilitate entrance into a college or university that uses English as the primary teaching language. It is also used on a more limited basis by government and licensing agencies to assess proficiency with the English language.
Cost
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The cost of the examination varies from country to country, but, as of 2010, the fee is set at $160 for the paper-based exam and $170 for computer-based testing in the United States.
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References
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