Simple English for IELTS, TOEFL, NPTE, PT

Are you planning to teach a friend who needs help building their skills for the IELTS or the International English Language Testing System examination?

Teaching IELTS can be pretty difficult if you do not have the right materials to use for the class. IELTS mentors have undergone training and classes to hone their English skills and their knowledge for the examination format itself. Additionally, most of them have already taken the test making them authorities in teaching the IELTS. Though they are already professionals in the IELTS, these mentors are also guided by books, manuals, and even apps for the IELTS. Here are some apps these coaches use in their training for the IELTS.

1. IELTS Word Power

http://www.britishcouncil.org/spain/en/ielts-word-power

 

Aren’t you surprised why these mentors have the best and the widest vocabulary while teaching? This app helps mentors in knowing and understanding words that are best to be used in the IELTS. Having wide vocabulary is a great advantage for the IELTS examination.


2. IELTS Skills

http://www.appannie.com/apps/ios/app/ielts-skills-free/

With all four sections of the IELTS in a single app, no one can go wrong downloading this app. Practice tests and interactive tasks are conveniently added in this feature. Each skill has explanations that mentors can practice and exercises that comprehensively test their skills for the IELTS.



3. IELTS Speaking Practice

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.dmc.iespeaking2&hl=en

 

With over 300 questions, coaches are always prepared to conduct speaking tests with their enrolees. The variety of topics makes this app perfect for honing skills and developing better answers for the IELTS speaking examination.



4. Practice English Grammar 2

https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/practice-english-grammar-2/id490759167

 

Problems with grammar? This app will sort things out with queries on grammar. It has practically discussions and exercises on verb tenses which are a problem to most candidates. Provided with examples and sample tests, this app is one you should have on your smart phones and tablets.



5. Merriam-Webster Dictionary

https://itunes.apple.com/ph/app/id399452287?mt=8

Be more familiar with words and jargons in the reading texts with this handy dictionary. It provides easy to understand definition of words and sample sentences. Moreover, if connected to the internet, one checks the pronunciation of a certain vocabulary word.

These apps are very helpful to teachers teaching the IELTS. However, not only teachers can use this but also the students reviewing for the IELTS. Having them on your smart phones is the best way to review for the IELTS examination especially when you are always on the go.

Several questions have been circling around Filipino physical therapists about applying for work overseas. The opportunities offered to these professionals have been increasing over the years. To meet these demands, Filipino physical therapists comply with the different requirements these agencies need. For starters, Filipino physical therapists prepare by taking the NPTE or the National Physical Therapy Examination.

One step of the process is credentialing. The FCCPT or the Foreign Credentialing Commission on Physical Therapy offers Educational Credentials Review Service. This service is used for licensure to practice physical therapy in the United States of America. People who are seeking to be awarded with a license to work as a physical therapist should apply for this. What this service does is to compare the educational records provided by the applicant to the current requirements for the first professional degree in the US. It will determine whether the education attained is equivalent to that of a graduate of an accredited physical therapy degree program in the Unites States.

Once credentialing has been completed, Filipino physical therapists prepare taking an English competency examination, specifically the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). This English proficiency examination is conducted by ETS that aims to provide a certificate of one’s competency in the English language represented by scores. The test is composed of four different sections – the reading, listening, speaking and the writing. The need for the TOEFL score is important as it has been a requirement prior to taking the NPTE.

However, not all states require a TOEFL score before taking the NPTE. What candidates for the NPTE need to do is to verify on the state they are applying whether the TOEFL is needed or not. There could be individuals questioning the important of the TOEFL. Why do they need to take this test?

The TOEFL test is an English proficiency examination that evaluates how well a candidate can use the English language. Through the TOEFL, companies and health care institutions are guaranteed that they have people working for them who can understand the English language. Furthermore, people who would be working overseas, especially in an English-speaking country, need to communicate in English not only at work but also in the environment outside work.

Therefore, the TOEFL examination is important for any individual who is planning to work overseas. For Filipino physical therapists, the need for the TOEFL score depends on the state where they are applying for. All they have to do is to inquire whether they need the TOEFL before taking the NPTE.

Is it really tough to speak English?

Many Filipinos are good at speaking in the English language. This is due to the reason that English has been incorporated in the medium of instruction in schools in the Philippines. Hence, it is not surprising why Filipinos can communicate in the English language. Though accustomed to using the language, Filipinos still need to take an English competency examination when they need to work or study abroad. This exam will provide evidence that they are proficient in English. The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is one English proficiency examination that is widely taken by Filipinos today. 

 

The TOEFL has four language skills – reading, listening, writing and speaking. The speaking part of the test is where the candidate’s skills in creating responses to questions and situations. Most of the time, Filipinos enrol in TOEFL review centers as they provide training on how to answer TOEFL speaking exam questions effectively. Additionally, as a candidate for the said examination, you can also try doing practice tests online all by yourself. Here are some online resources you can do for free in preparing for the TOEFL speaking examination.

· English Club http://www.englishclub.com/esl-exams/ets-toefl-practice-speaking.htm

This is a good start for candidates to practice for their speaking. The exercises offered in this site will help the candidate know better the tasks as the transcript and the sample responses are provided. Candidates will get the chance to check their responses if it is right.

· Practice Speaking English Online for the TOEFL Test  http://englishteststore.net/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=11397&Itemid=170

The exercises found in this site are really helpful. Candidates have the chance to record their responses and save it. You would also hear responses from other people who have answered the same question and leave comments. This is a good way of learning how to effectively answer on some tasks for the TOEFL Speaking exam.

· TOEFL Speaking Network  http://www.toeflspeakingnetwork.com/

There is a payment when you want to join this group; however, there are exercises that are available for free where you can practice on. In addition, there are sample responses available to make candidates compare their own responses and check the similarity.

·URCH  http://www.urch.com/forums/toefl/146216-toefl-ibt-speaking-rescore-24-26-a.html

If you want to share some questions or information regarding the TOEFL test, this site is where candidates in the TOEFL post comments and recommendations on useful materials for practice in the TOEFL. It is always helpful to find people who share the same feelings with you in the TOEFL.

Gear up as you develop your speaking skills with the best coaches in town. Practice on these sites all by yourself and get more training on the speaking test in TOEFL review centers. You can also refer to this post to avoid common mistakes in the TOEFL speaking exam - common topics are here.

The nursing profession is very popular here in the Philippines. Its popularity is evident as the number of enrolees in nursing schools here in the Philippines has been increasing for the past few years. Many students have been taking the nursing course because of the demand for Filipino nurses in the United States of America.

In planning to work abroad, specifically in the US, it is best for candidates to gain experience here in the Philippines prior to working outside the country. Health institutes and hospitals abroad look for nurses with experience prior to employing them. Aside from the work experience, one requirement that these hospitals and health care institute particularly need is a certification from an English proficiency examination. Nurses can choose between the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).

How are these two different?

The TOEFL is a computer-based examination that focuses on academic content. It has four language skills – the reading, listening, speaking and writing. The test runs for about four hours with a ten-minute mandatory break between the first set of exam (reading and listening) and the second set of exam (speaking and writing). The highest score one can get from the TOEFL examination is 120 with a perfect score of 30 in the four language skills.

The IELTS is a paper-based examination that has a broader scope of topics. It also uses the four core skills – speaking, listening, reading and writing. Most of the time, the speaking test is completed a couple of days before the writing exams. The speaking test runs for about ten to fifteen minutes and the writing exams runs for about three hours. The IELTS examination is divided into two types – the Academic and the General Training module. Academic Module is taken by individuals planning to study and work abroad like nurses. General training is often taken by individuals who wish to migrate or study a course less than six months. Scores in the IELTS are in bands from 0 -9.

Which of these tests are more applicable to nurses for US?

Both are recognized English proficiency tests and both provide accurate and comprehensive examinations. For Filipino nurses, the best thing to do is to check the state where they are applying. Some states require the TOEFL; whilst some need the IELTS or even accept both. The safest way is to check the state’s requirements or even ask a consulting firm regarding this issue. 

 

Are you having problems listening to English conversations? Have you experienced misunderstanding words that you end up confused?

There are some people who really find listening to English conversations a little difficult, most especially if the speakers are using Australian accent or British Accent. American accent is somehow far better to understand than the two accents mentioned earlier. In addition, there are times that individuals feel a little awkward and sometimes even feel nervous when asked to listen to English conversations. Furthermore, if you are an individual taking the International English Language Testing System examination or the IELTS exam, you had better develop and sharpen your listening skill for it is surely to be tested and evaluated in the examination. Having this said, what are some effective techniques for the listening section of the IELTS examination?

•    Familiarity with words spoken in Australian or British accent.

In the listening section, you are sometimes asked to fill in the blanks regarding information found in the conversation or audio recording. Certain words are pronounced quiet differently in the accents mentioned compared to American English. Another thing that you have to be familiar with is the words and expressions that are used. For example, the word “apartment” is “flat” in Australian or British vocabulary. Expanding vocabulary in the accents used will bring advantage to you.

•    Following instructions carefully.

Let’s say you are good at listening but you always overlook the instructions in each section. Still, you will get a low score on your listening. There are a lot of candidates who are very careless that they skip the instruction as they already feel accustomed to the test type. Always remember that if the instructions asked you to write no more than three words, then you have to write a maximum of three words. If you are asked to circle three answers, then follow it. Failure to do such will cause loss of points to your listening score.

•    Stay focused on the audio recording.

Once you are going to answer another item. Skip over it and take note of the key words that you have to find in the audio recording. Once the audio is played, focus. Do not let your mind wander but stay on track with the audio recording. The more you are focused, the easier for you to get the details that you need for the questions.

There are still lots of techniques one can acquire for the listening exam of the IELTS. It is suggested for an individual to enrol in an IELTS review center to take advantage of these skills and be prepared for the real IELTS examination.

It is a constant reminder to anyone who is taking any English competency examination to have a good background in grammar. Grammar is the basic foundation one must have to be able to speak and write in English. There are eight parts of speech in English namely; nouns, pronouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs, conjunctions, interjections and the considered one of the most difficult because of its varied rules in grammar – prepositions.

What are prepositions?

Prepositions are words that link a word or a phrase to a part of the sentence. It is entirely different from a conjunction as a conjunction connects two grammatically alike sentences. Meaning to say, conjunctions connect a word to a word, a phrase to a phrase and a clause to another clause.

Prepositions are used in grammar very often. Hence, it is important for us to know the rules on the basic and most commonly used prepositions – in, on, and at.

Prepositions In, On, At as Time prepositions

 

"in" can be used with the following:

•    parts of the day

I was here in the morning.

I have set a meeting with Mr. Bo in the evening.

In the afternoon, the children take a nap in the living room.

•    months, years, seasons
 

The Kims are going back to Korea in December.
In 1985, my younger brother was born.
My parents usually hire a cabin in the woods in spring.
 

"on" can be used with:
 

•    days and dates
 

The president is said to have a meeting with his cabinet members on Tuesday.
Philippines got its independence from the Spaniards on June 12.
 

•    special days

On Christmas, we always go to the ski resort.
There is a big feast in my aunts on Independence Day.
 

"at" can be used with:
 

•    specific time of the day
 

I usually get up at 8 o’clock in the morning. How about you?
Class starts at 7.20 am.
 

•    the following expressions: at night, at midnight, at noon, at sunrise, at sunset, at the moment
 

I can hear wolves howling at night by the cliff.
Do you eat lunch at noon?
 

Prepositions In, On, At as Place prepositions

The preposition in is used to describe an object or a person within the area of something or within the confines of something.

Examples:

    The children are busily doing an experiment in the laboratory.
    Davao City is in Mindanao.
    What is in your bag?

The preposition on is used to describe that something is on or against another surface of something.

Examples:

    The books that I bought are placed on the table.
    The cat is sleeping on the sofa.
    A huge wall clock is placed on the wall.
 

Finally, the preposition at is used when writing a complete address.

Examples:
    I live at 34 St. Coral Avenue, Toril, Davao City.
    Her favorite flower shop is at 1423 Main Street.
 

In addition, you can also use at to show a specific point or location.

Examples:

    Rhea is working at her desk.
    I work at a bank.
    I saw her standing at the entrance of the building.

Being familiar with the basic usage of these prepositions is essential in writing and in speaking. Practice more on these and remember the rules very well.

Do you feel apprehensive when you are asked to speak in front of someone? Have you experienced having a conversation to a native English speaker? Well, you will have to experience both when you are about to take the IELTS Speaking test.

The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) examination has been very popular among individuals who are preparing their requirements in working, studying or migrating overseas. Certain countries have made the IELTS as one of their requirements to ensure the competency of an individual in terms of being competitive and ability to communicate in an English-speaking country.

It is known to any IELTS candidate that there are two kinds of IELTS test depending on the purpose of the examinee – the Academic and the General Training. Because speaking in English is very important to communicate, the speaking examination assesses the individual’s capability to handle conversations and situations in the English languages. In the General Training assessment, here are some common topics interviewers ask the examinees.

For Task 1, the examiner can ask questions about your family, work, education, and hometown.

•    Describe your family. Do you have a large or small family?
•    What  do you do at work? What are your certain responsibilities? Describe the company or the organization you are working for.
•    What was your course in the university? What is the education system like in your country?
•    What are the industries to be found in your hometown? Is there any advantage or disadvantage living in your hometown?

For the second task, you might be given questions regarding people, events, and places.
•    Describe a childhood memory you have.
1.    When did it happen?
2.    Who was with you?
3.    How did you feel that time.

Explain why you remember this particular memory.
•    Describe a lake, a river or a sea you have visited.
1.    Where is the lake?
2.    How often you have visited it?
3.    What activities do you do there?
Explain why you like this particular place.


For the third task, questions are connected with the topic in the second task.
•    What types of leisure activities are popular in your country?
•    Why it is important for people to have time for leisure activities?
•    Do you think state or private television is better?
•    What effects can watching television have on children?

If you are not that confident with your speaking skills, then it is best to enrol in an IELTS training center. They will help you learn more strategies that will make your speaking skills the best for the IELTS examination.

How many times have you taken the International English Language Testing System (IELTS)?

This is one issue most examinees are apprehensive to respond to most significantly to people who have taken the IELTS more than once. Individuals for the IELTS have these target scores set by the companies or schools that they are obtaining. Hence, getting the target report in one take is what most individuals would like.

For Filipinos, the IELTS certification is essential as it accomplishes their requirement for their career applications or college applications. In connection with this, here are several simple and efficient ways you can pay attention to to boost your performance in the IELTS assessment.

1.    Minor problems may affect your report.

Make sure your spelling and even how you pronounce key phrases. Minor problems that seem not that important could cause a deduction from your score. Meaning to say, it is advisable to modify your work and be watchful and delicate with the way you speak.

2.    Read directions meticulously.
Oftentimes, we tend to ignore the instruction as we see the exam style. However, in the IELTS exam, you have to know very well what the guidelines as you to do. Instructions from various exam kinds vary and understanding it sensibly is important.

3.    Develop answers as much as possible.

This is essential in speaking and writing. Remember to have an entertaining talk with the examiner by giving more details to your response. Cause him to be or her feel that you are excited about the conversation. In writing, increase your notions by writing additional information and good examples in your reply.

4.    Read as extensively as you can.

One of the best things to do in reviewing for the IELTS is developing good vocabulary. Your excellent command in the vocabulary is not only constrained in its advantage in the reading area but to all parts at the same time. You can convey yourself better in speaking and writing when you can think of the right words to state it. 

5.    Leave a question and start working on another.

Occasionally, you will be confronted with hard questions most importantly in the reading portion of the IELTS. It is recommended that you go forward to the next question rather spend most of your time considering on the right answer to a selected question. Skip a question and do not forget to return to this query before you submit your answer sheet.

For a more complete practice and training for the IELTS, why don’t you register for an IELTS course? IELTS review centers provide the best instruction from top-caliber teachers who provide the most useful procedures and strategies to boost your performance in the IELTS test.

Speaking in front of a native speaker for the IELTS (International English Language Testing System) test is not a piece of cake. There are different thoughts running around your head while facing the interviewer. Am I being judged on how I look? Will I be able to answer the questions appropriately? Will I have to confidence to build constant eye contact with the interviewer? With all these thoughts clouding your mind, chances are you are going to mess up your interview. The best way to do before and while having the speaking examination is to stay calm. Aside from that, here are some simple yet effective ways on how you can ace the IELTS speaking test.

• Be familiar with how you are going to be assessed

Examiners have criteria in rating your responses. Some of these are fluency, cohesion, grammar, pronunciation, and accuracy. If a candidate knows well about these criteria, then he or she can formulate responses that will address all of the mentioned above. As a result, the response is straightforward and appropriate for every question asked.


• Give intelligent responses

What do we mean by intelligent? When asked a question, answer in complete sentences. Give full responses to questions. Longer responses give emphasis that you are conversant and at the same time full of ideas. Moreover, elaborate your answers by describing and providing more details most especially on the first task.

• Use your experiences in your answer

Based on experience, people speak more when they relate their answers to their experiences and or to their prior knowledge. Sometimes these experiences are not even real. People make up stories to support their answers. Having this makes the talk more interesting having the examinee hooked on your responses.

• Have a conversations English

Practice speaking in English at work or even at home. Find a partner whom you can speak English comfortably. Be open to criticisms when it comes to your pronunciation and choice of words. Learning is best when you are corrected and you are prepared enough for feedbacks and suggestions.



• Be exposed with the media – TV and print in English

The more you read or listen to people speaking in English, the better your understanding and fluency with the language. Observe how people speak. Imitate them but do not overdo it. Try to be natural and practice in front of a mirror. Be confident.

In IELTS review centers, coaches have one-on-one mock assessments in speaking candidates can take advantage. Having this makes the candidate prepared and ready to face a native English speaker on the IELTS exam day.

Butchery is one profession which is in high demand in other countries, most specifically Australia. In the past few years, the Australian government has opened a door of opportunity to Filipino butchers in their companies and institutions. Due to this demand, Filipino skilled workers start to find training to better hone their skills in their field of expertise. However, before Filipino skilled workers are accepted for this training in butchery, they need to take the IELTS examination (International English Language Testing System) first. As a preparation for this English competency examination, Filipino skilled workers need to know some helpful and effective tips as they plan to take their examination for the IELTS.

There are a lot of ways on how to prepare for the IELTS examination. Some may have been useful while some may not have been that efficient. Here are three proven effective tips butchers can try doing as they prepare for the IELTS examination.

1.    Read materials in English

Reading increases one’s vocabulary. In the reading examination of the IELTS, butchers might encounter some words that they may find strange or new to them. Through reading different materials written in the English language, they will come across different words which can be useful to them for the test. They can have these words written in a notebook and have a simple definition for these. In addition, butchers will be familiarized with different sentence structures that are also present in the passages in the reading section of the IELTS. The more materials these butchers read, the more they become familiar and comfortable with the usage of the English language.

2.    Watch English movies

Watching movies in English not only entertains an individual but provides learning as well. There are different expressions in words and phrases in the English language used in movies and TV dramas. Being accustomed to these helps examinees for the listening section of the IELTS. Furthermore, it is a good practice for examinees to observe how conversations are carried out in English as conversations are part of the tasks in the listening section. Listen to how common words are pronounced and imitate them slowly as one gains expertise in speaking. The more exposure an individual gets in English, the higher learning he or she gets.

3.    Enroll in an IELTS review center

Getting a score of 5 in the General Training of the IELTS is crucial; hence, butchers need to be sure to get attain this. Getting into IELTS review classes are very beneficial as mentors follow an effective program. They follow schedules on training and mock tests to have their trainees experience what the real IELTS test feels like.

The need to get the set score for IELTS is important for butchers. Once they get this score, they become qualified for higher level of training for improving their skills in butchery.

Filipinos are good English speakers. With the use of the English language as one of the means of instruction in schools and in offices, the exposure of Filipinos in using the English language is wide and a bit more comprehensive. Among other known English proficiency examination, IELTS is known for its challenging speaking examination. Individuals who have already taken the IELTS speaking section have said that it is pretty difficult to handle yourself in front of a native speaker during the interview. Hence, people are asking questions about the IELTS speaking exam. Let us try to answer some of these and enlighten soon-to-be candidates of the IELTS test.

•    How many tasks are there in the speaking section?

There are three different sections in the speaking section of the IELTS. The first section serves as an introduction about the candidate’s background. Certain personal questions related to work or school and even family are asked to the candidate. The second task is a short discussion done by the candidate. He or she is given a cue card with the task and guide questions. Finally, the last task is more of a interactive discussion between the interviewer and the candidate where topics are more serious and deep.

•    Is the interviewer always a native speaker?

Interviewers in the IELTS speaking section are most of the time native speakers; however, there are times that they are Filipinos who are very good at the English language. They have also undergone training on how to conduct interviews for the IELTS. Most of the time, candidates get intimidated with native-English speakers; however, this is a good practice for people who will be working abroad or studying abroad where they will only be communicating in English with other people. 

•    What do I have to wear during the exam?

It is suggested that candidates for the exam wear something formal. Be presentable to the interviewer. Avoid wearing tees, rugged pants and running shoes. For men, it would be nice to come to the interview with a freshly pressed shirt, khakis, and a neatly combed hair. For the ladies, a nice dress, a formal top and a decent dress will perfect the look during the interview. 

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•    What time do I have to be in the center?

Tardiness is a sign of being unprofessional. Be in the test center for about a couple of hours before the examination. It is best for candidates to be familiar with the place and arrive early to fill out some documents needed before the speaking examination. Being early gives the candidates more time to relax and be ready for the examination.

Some candidates are not confident with their speaking skills; hence, they enroll in IELTS review centers where they can have trainings and mock interviews to prepare them for the real test. Speaking coaches are experienced and give motivations to their trainees to speak better in responding to speaking questions.

Irrespective of how good one is in conversing in English, there are still scenarios wherein somebody feels unpleasant in using the English language in speaking. For Filipinos, the English language has been utilized in day-to-day conversations typically. It has not been a difficulty in communicating in English whether in an academic or business environment. Even if Filipinos are already confident with the usage of the language, taking an English skill examination most specifically in the speaking portion of the TOEFL or the Test of English as a Foreign Language takes a lot of preparation and experience. Filipinos nowadays would rather study with teachers and tutors in TOEFL review centres than studying alone. This is for the reason that TOEFL review centers offer suggestions and tips for these applicants to do well especially in the TOEFL speaking assessment.



Individuals opt to work with coaches in a TOEFL training center for them to answer efficiently in the assessment. Without the correct coaching in TOEFL, these candidates for the TOEFL will have a hard time understanding the speaking examination and as a result commit mistakes in responding to the questions. What are these common errors?



Initially, one ought to know that there are two different types of tasks in the speaking section. The independent questions are the first portion. In the independent question, the person is given a question where he or she would need to agree or disagree, pick from choices or detail something. With a time limit to speak in 45 seconds, one must think of a answer that is solid and useful. Most applicants fail to get a good rating on this since they speak too long. They explain too much with answers. Another oversight candidates usually make is that they do not create strong factors behind their viewpoints. This is because they cannot present illustrations to support their own views. Another is that some candidates do not completely understand what the question asks. Instead of giving an opinion, some agree on the statement. This can cause a low rating when raters assess the solution.



The integrated tasks are questions that are according to a reading and a listening track. Some prospects find this a little tricky most especially when they are not familiar with the subjects being outlined. Since this is an integrated question, the answer should only be based on the information from the reading or the lecture. The challenge with some individuals is that they also give their own impression in their answer which is really not needed. The raters evaluate the answer according to how well the candidate comprehended the reading and the lecture. Also, one common fault individuals make is that they cannot take down the important particulars from the materials making their replies poor.



The advantage with these TOEFL review centres is they educate the prospects how to lose these common errors and train them on how to respond to the tasks properly.

Speaking in English is very usual for Filipinos. We normally listen to individuals talking in English all over the place - in university, in the office, in dining places and even at home. Due to the incorporation of the English language in our education system, Filipinos have already been exposed and have a long experience with the English language. Therefore, as Filipinos, we are very privileged to have the opportunity to have English as our second language. In the eventuality of taking an English experience examination such as the IELTS or the International English Language Testing System, taking the speaking evaluation delivers worry to the individuals making them commit errors during the assessment. For that reason, the prospects for the IELTS evaluation try to get aid for tactics and strategies to ensure they are aimed at their assessment. What seems to be the common errors individuals do in the speaking evaluation?



One thing the applicants must prevent is having long pauses in answering. It is okay to temporarily stop for a few seconds but not too long. Stopping too long helps make an opinion that one does not obviously know very well what the question is all about. Instead of taking long breaks, one can say, This inquiry is a little tough, but I think…. As a result, the applicant can buy some time for him or her to think of his or her solution.



A lot of individuals have been through training in IELTS review centers. Hubs offer training and give styles in giving solutions. The only problem with this is when individuals use the same template in answering in the real exam. The responses do not come out naturally and these can be noticed by the interviewer. If one performs this, there is a huge deduction on the candidate’s score.



Avoid saying the question. For example the interviewer asks, What is your most loved book? Avoid saying “My most liked book is…”. The interviewer gauges how well a candidate can change syntax and play with grammar. Echoing the question will not give prospects a high rating.



Listen to the question properly. Some job hopefuls answer the question quickly without genuinely knowing the task. Because of this, they fail to answer the question properly. People should listen carefully on what the task involves to create an efficient answer.

Being in front of a native speaker is obviously one factor that makes these job hopefuls feel worried in the assessment. The challenge with getting worried is that it causes mental block for the applicant. Even so, when applicants are going to an IELTS review, these complaints are wiped out and given solution to be able to effectively succeed in the speaking evaluation.

Being licensed as a proficient English speaker has long been easier with the IELTS or the International English Language Testing System exam. It has been for quite a while now that a lot of Filipinos have already gone training in different IELTS Philippines review centers. These hubs are aimed in creating the talents needed by these IELTS people. Numerous review centers are quite high priced. This is the very reason why many Filipinos are trying to find an IELTS Philippines review center that has a decent price. Luckily for these people, a lot of Filipinos have found hubs that give IELTS coaching that tutor secrets and techniques needed for the exam. With all the four portions discussed, the speaking examination is the most nerve-racking.



Considered the very most difficult area in the IELTS, the speaking section is where the most candidates seek out practice. The test intends to see how well an individual can have English conversations in an academic setting examining the candidates’ replies. In addition, the candidates need to develop very intelligible and sensible responses for raters will review how well they can take care of these conversations. As an applicant for the speaking examination, the solutions should come out naturally and not something that is patterned in a template kind of speaking.



There are three sections that prospects ought to go through in the speaking examination. The introduction is the first area where the individuals are instructed to introduce themselves. Moreover, the people will be asked popular questions like family, studying, work, hobbies, and much more questions about the candidates’ record. It's done this way to relax the prospects and at the same time prepare them for far more serious questions.



The second task is a small talk. The individuals are provided a cue card with a question written on it. Once the prospects have it, they will be given a minute or two to prepare for it and are asked to talk about it after. The topics are most of the time an outline of a person, a place or an event that the prospects have experienced. Often, the interviewer asks two or more questions as the interviewer ends the second part.



Lastly, the last question is an intensive discussion of the general subject of the question asked in the second part. This is a more active talk as the interview carries out more questions with your answers examining how well you can deal with a conversation.

People see the speaking test tough simply because that every person has to sit in front of a native speaker. Thus, the trainings done in IELTS Philippines hubs will help develop the candidates’ speaking knowledge to get the desired score they want.

It is a trend amongst college students presently to find for exchange student packages in schools present in Europe and the United States of America. Furthermore, it's not surprising for most Filipino working pros to transfer to another country to obtain occupation that pays much better and promises better career development. In both trends, individuals require an English skill exam certification as a prerequisite to their applications. One of the many different varieties of English effectiveness examination provided by testing systems around the world, many have chosen the Test of English as a Foreign Language or the TOEFL evaluation. Therefore, different consumers in the nation seek out TOEFL reviews such as TOEFL Cebu review, TOEFL Davao review and even TOEFL Manila review.



The TOEFL examination has attained its popularity among many citizens a result of the convenience it has been providing to its prospects. The various TOEFL review clinics here in the Philippines determine course packages to deal with the needs of the candidates in order to attain the desired score and the score set by the corporations and schools they are applying for.



One of many four language abilities, the speaking test is the area where most of the candidates have a problem reaching their target scores. There appears to be a problem in having these desired scores. More often than not, it is the absence or unavailability of proper facts about what the TOEFL speaking area is all about.



First off, the candidates must know the six different tasks of the TOEFL speaking assessment. These six numerous tasks are designed to look into the candidates’ knowledge in coming up with wise and great answers. These six different tasks are divided in two parts: the independent and integrated tasks. The tasks deal with any types of topics which are somehow comfortable and popular for the applicants.



What do the people have to keep in mind in these tasks? First of all, in the independent task, the applicants have to make sure that they can simply think of replies to questions. The applicants should be sure to think of clear solutions and produce support or instances to these solutions. Even so, it is in the integrated tasks that the people should be careful with. The people need to make their replies in line with the reading or the listening track they have read or listened correspondingly. Their own points of views are not required. This could be why Filipinos fail to reach their target scores. For this reason, becoming a member of sessions in TOEFL review locations like TOEFL Cebu review, Davao and Manila is an benefit to any people for the real TOEFL exam.

Seeking a job offshore at present is a great war. This is due to many people are taking English effectiveness examinations to be prepared in using the English language. Companies and educational facilities are very keen in receiving workers or pupils, so having the right and recognized English skill documentation is much necessary. In the Philippines, it is the TOEFL or the Test of English as a Foreign Language that is most taken and most preferred among English proficiency assessments. It is because numerous business corporations and schools accept and acknowledge the TOEFL evaluation.



The TOEFL exam has four language skills and the reading is regarded as the most challenging among them. This is exactly a primary reason why most candidates for the TOEFL examination tend to undergo a TOEFL review lesson in TOEFL review centers for their own advantages. In a TOEFL review clinic, the individuals of the TOEFL for the real TOEFL exam are given exercises and training to hone their reading skills. Furthermore, it is greater to know the various types of questions in the TOEFL reading test to be all set and to be knowledgeable.



One question kind in the TOEFL test is a fact or detail question. This question aims to know some detailed information that can be found in the passage that has been read. Most candidates consider this the simplest kind of question for the answer can be easily found in the passage. It is not necessary to infer for the answer is apparent in the passage.



Another kind of question is questions concerning knowledge in vocabulary. This kind of question asks the meaning of a specific word in the passage. There are four given selections that have interestingly close meaning to the vocabulary question. The point that the people have to do is to try using context clues on what best specifies the word in the question.



The sentence insertion question is somehow one of the difficult kinds of questions. The choice ought to insert a sentence in a paragraph. The candidates must be very careful in putting the idea of the sentence for a smooth flow in the whole paragraph. This question requires a good skill which can be built in a TOEFL review clinic.



There are still a great many other styles like summarizing, categorizing information, inference, purpose and others. These kinds of questions are part of training given in a TOEFL review clinic. The ideal thing to do now is to be in the most effective TOEFL review clinics in your city today.

The pursuit to locate much better career options is never ending. Individuals always come across workplaces wherein they can increase their chosen areas of study and at the same time get paid for more money. Doing work in other countries has become an choice for Filipinos. Working overseas has given Filipinos a more ensuring job and companies overseas provide better income. What makes this chance far better is that it is not only for medical practitioners but to skilled workers like butchers likewise. And right this moment, the need for butchers in Australia has been rising. It has started out a new door for butchers to enhance their careers and find better opportunities.

Because of this demand for Filipino butchers in another country, local government units in the Philippines have begun supplying classes to these skilled workers. As an illustration, the local government of Tagum City had some butchers undertake teaching to hone their expertise and reach the standards set by Australia. The success of this program has pushed other local government systems to commence giving trainings and classes to their skilled workers. Nevertheless, these butchers still need to experience one test just before they can push their applications in foreign countries. They need to take the IELTS examination or the International English Language Testing System. Hence, there is an IELTS training plan available for these skilled workers in IELTS review centers across the country.

In an IELTS training method, the individuals are offered teaching based on the demands that they have. For skilled workers like the butchers, they need to get a score of 5 or 6 to be able to make their applications in other countries in another country. For skilled workers, the Genera Training examination of the IELTS is given to them. When they are signed up, they will have to go to lessons that will help increase their reading abilities, produce their listening abilities, hone their speaking experience and raise their writing skills. In an IELTS training meeting, these applicants have weekly assessment exam to find out their development. The mentors and teachers will give their own assessments every week to let the job hopefuls know which areas they should greatly enhance and put more effort and hard work on.

The IELTS examination is something that applicants should be sincere with. They need to have the scores set by the businesses in foreign countries. Even so, candidates need not to worry because IELTS training review hubs guantee that their applicants get the finest quality of instruction. They provide the best courses that will make studying simpler and pleasurable.

Getting a 5 or 6 can be very achievable once they go through the education. Skilled workers ought to take it easy and be well informed in the IELTS exam.

An occupation move or a better education - these are generally two explanations why people from the Philippines are really determined to get a work globally or sign up for a college. Many Filipinos believe that they could be more successful with respect to profession and more aggressive when they graduate from renowned schools in another country. Well, it is an incontrovertible fact that there are greater possibilities right outside the Philippines. Though there are great gives here in our country, people from the Philippines still are usually overseas and earn a lot more. However, you will still find some criteria that Filipinos must finish before they can leave the region. This is where the IELTS in the Philippines enters into the idea. Due to the need for individuals studying IELTS, the introduction of review centers have started subsequently.

It is an proven fact that taking an exam can be extremely stressful. To just about all people, get yourself ready for an exam is hard and tiresome. It is considered tricky for one does not fully understand which subject matter to start learning and boring for the variety of ideas covered for the exam. At times when taking a exam, one does not feel comfortable and even geared up in answering the questions in the examination. In connection with this, those who have already taken the IELTS test or the International English Language Testing System are living witnesses of the tension in preparing for the examination. Knowing this dilemma, how can one be well prepared and ready enough to take the challenge of the IELTS test?

Firstly, a candidate ought to know what the IELTS is. To know more about the IELTS, it is far better look for an IELTS review center (check this blog post to find out the ways on how to select the right IELTS review center) which offer an IELTS course. Would this be advantageous? The answer is yes. In an IELTS review center, the seeker undergoes an orientation on the essential information about the IELTS test. IELTS review centers show an applicant the things he or she will be training once enrolled in an IELTS review center. They're going to be presenting their IELTS course program that will meet your needs.

An IELTS course program displays a summary of the things that will be trained to you in a period of time. The four language skills - reading, listening, speaking, and writing - have different plans. For the reason that the four language skills have different skills that a job seeker really should have. In every proficiency, there will be a lot of drills and exercise exams that can help build the skill sets and strengthen them for the real assessment. In every class, the prospect undertakes hard training to develop his or her English skills.

Some individuals are doubtful in enrolling in an IELTS review center. They may not be convinced that they give high quality IELTS course programs and signing up for a review center is just a waste of money and time. Yet, a lot do not agree with this. Almost all applicants think that IELTS review centers is the best way in successfully passing the IELTS exam. They may appear high priced but it is very reasonable. There are skills and procedures that cannot be received just through self-studying. There are certainly factors and data that you cannot get through reviewers and textbooks about the IELTS. Learning in an IELTS review center is the best way to ace the IELTS examination.

A lot of Filipinos are fond of reading. They appreciate reading the newspapers, magazines, journals, and even novels. This hobby of reading has given Filipinos a path to learn more of the English language by way of improvement in vocabulary understanding and generally idea of the passage or the articles. Additionally, as a result of reading English textbooks, Filipinos have turned more accustomed to the English language. In the IELTS or the International English Language Testing System test, the reading segment is most likely the toughest portion of the exam. Some Filipinos find it hard to score well in this area that's the reason most Filipinos search guidance from IELTS review centers like IELTS in Cebu and other cities.

The thing that makes the reading section hard is the length of the reading articles and the limited time provided to complete reading and responding to the questions. The reading section is made up of three parts. Each area has reading passages with a amount of paragraphs. You can find 40 questions that a candidate should answer in the reading part.

The best thing to do in the reading area of the IELTS test is to be knowledgeable about tactics and approaches that will help a candidate read and grasp the paragraphs faster. Among techniques and ways known and used, scanning and skimming are two of the most used methods for the IELTS reading test.

Scanning is looking for particular information that you need in question. You do not need to read through the whole passage. Look at a question and find the details that you need in the passage. This proficiency is best suited in questions such as matching words and multiple choices. Make sure you look at the question carefully before scanning through the paragraphs.

Another method that is handy is skimming. You don't need to to study the complete passage. The candidate just needs to understand the primary idea of the passage and the minor facts are not that essential. In skimming, you read the passage and take note of the main idea and imagine the type of questions that will be asked.

To help you out, the candidates for the reading test can do some practice by reading magazines, newsletters and references to ready for the reading test. In an IELTS Cebu review center and other review centers, loads of reading exercises are provided to clients to sharpen their reading knowledge. These activities will expose them to how the real test in the IELTS reading test is.

Talking in the English language has developed into a portion of the Filipino's culture. There is no question with the incorporation of the English language in our basic day-to-day chats. We usually use English in dealing with people and it is well-known for Filipinos to code switch while talking. Nevertheless, when you take an English expertise examination like the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language), focusing on how to use the English language in speaking is vital. But, there are actually certain abilities that have to be developed before you take the TOEFL Speaking Test. Review in TOEFL Cebu, Davao and Manila provide job hopefuls for the finest of review for the TOEFL Test.



Among the list of four language skills, the Speaking Exam is where most people from the Philippines find difficult and complex. Generally, Filipino individuals for the TOEFL must receive a score of 26 or 27 as a requirement for possible work abroad. Nevertheless, Filipinos are having trouble attaining these scores. What seems to be the problem is that most Filipinos do not know exactly what are the tasks included in the Speaking Examination. The prospects are naive on which to answer and how to respond to the tasks efficiently. Are you ready for six tasks of the TOEFL Speaking Test?



The first and second tasks of the TOEFL Speaking Test are independent tasks. The questions on the first task are familiar topics like family, people you recognize, interests and many more. The questions are typical so there is not many setbacks in coming up with a powerful solution. The second task is a choice question. The student should choose one of the two suggestions presented and think about replies that will strongly keep the candidate's stand. These two tasks are not very much of a worry. However, the applicant should think rapidly and as much as possible reduce the specifics of his or her solution for the response time is limited.



The third, fourth, fifth and sixth tasks are all integrated tasks. Meaning to say, the questions are derived from a reading passage and a lecture or an audio track that goes with it. Your answers usually depends on the main factors and key aspects used in both materials. It is crucial to take down notes on both to have a better and productive responses. Keep in mind the candidate's very own view on the questions ought not to be integrated.



The review centers on TOEFL Cebu, Davao, Manila and other metropolitan areas have a variety of practice examinations to help the prospects get used to with the mode of the test. Additionally, instructors and trainers educate beneficial speaking methods that will help job hopefuls think of solutions in a very short time. These are the several of the advantages a person might get once enrolled in a TOEFL review center. So what are you waiting for? Enlist now!

It truly is amazing to listen to folks speak English. Once you hear people speaking the English language, they appear to be intelligent, stylish and self-confident. Filipinos are one of the many ethnicity everywhere that can speak the language and include it as part of their daily discussion. When taking the TOEFL test or the Test of English as a Foreign Language, having the understanding on how to build language in conversations is not enough. One needs to realize how to view the language in reading paragraphs, hearing recorded conversations, and most especially write views and concepts in the said language. In the TOEFL Writing test, selected approaches are expected and must be acquired.



The TOEFL Writing Test is split into two categories - the Integrated Task and the Independent Task. The Integrated Task analyzes how the job seeker can put into writing info on a reading passage and data on an audio recording. The student is given twenty minutes to write down a highly effective response whether the listening casts doubt on, supports or adds more information on the reading passage. In addition, the Independent Task measures how the candidate can come up with thoughts on given statements. The client is asked whether to agree or disagree, choose an opinion from two ideas, or reason on a given statement. A time of thirty minutes is given to perform this task,



In the Integrated Writing Task, the student should find out how to paraphrase. Paraphrasing is the skill where the applicant needs to use the tips found in both the reading and the listening without plagiarizing the same exact words. The job seeker must appreciate what the key details in both the reading and listening and write it in his or her own words. Using this method, the student can use several vocabulary and sentence components efficient at writing an essay.



The Independent Writing Task, the student has got to present motives and cases on a given statement. The job seeker will have to choose details that will powerfully support her concepts for the essay. It is also vital that you take into account the flow of the ideas while writing the essay. Likewise, the applicant should be able to use good vocabulary and be structured with the concepts being written in the essay.



What is most crucial in the two tasks is the grammar usage. Some people generally end up using wrong grammar principles in writing. Acquiring a low score is really practical once grammar is jeopardized. Certain review centers like TOEFL Davao review centers provide grammar activities to enhance the ability of candidates when it comes to grammar usage.



TOEFL Davao review centers are growing. A number of review centers provide great packages to aid people gain their target scores. Head to one of the review centers close to you and prepare all the abilities you need in acing the TOEFL Test.

It's actually a odd that studying for an English competence test is actually done through self-studying. A person acquires a reviewer from a book shop and studies on his own. The person understands and responds questions in every page of the reviewer. Nevertheless, this might help, usually there are some ability that self-studying by itself cannot be delivered. Therefore, many authorities commenced establishing review centers that provide services to their prospective customers. The good thing is, due to the fact that there is a large amount of persons applying for the TOEFL tests, there is a TOEFL review center in Manila and other areas that are in a position to help.

Why does somebody have to review for the TOEFL? Isn't it just a uncomplicated English exam? This is often among the misconceptions everyone has in mind with regards to the TOEFL test. The TOEFL test or the Test of English as a Foreign Language is a computer-based test normally taken by students who have plans to study in colleges abroad or working experts in search for better job opportunities abroad. The TOEFL test is tactically formulated to review someone's ability in the four language skills: the reading, the listening, the speaking, and the writing. When compared to any other English fluency examination, the TOEFL test uses academic English and American English accent which make it considerably less difficult.

There is also a TOEFL review center in Manila and other states that supply services to aid an individual reach their target scores for the TOEFL. These TOEFL review centers have got a wide-array of services that a person can pick from. Tuition and training are performed in individual or group training. Registering to a TOEFL review center can be hugely helpful. Essentially, in a TOEFL review center, mentors will begin strengthening your skills in reading, listening, speaking and writing. Teachers will start assessing your talent on the first day to develop a application that is suitable for a person. As a result, the individual's abilities and failings will be determined. As the review gets better, different varieties of routines will be presented to sharpen other regions an individual really should enhance.

Reviewing for the TOEFL test is extremely vital. Also important is to become a member of a TOEFL review center for carefully guided review and understanding for the real test. The TOEFL review centers can help persons determine what the real test is and the way to answer properly to the questions.