English proficiency examinations
such as the TOEFL and the IELTS are, more often than not, requirements, for
those who wish to study, work, or migrate abroad. This is, of course,
policy-dependent. Each institution – school or workplace – may have its own
preference, whether to require English tests or not. But if you ARE required to
sit an exam that will assess your ability to communicate in the language of the
world, then here are some tips on how you can prepare for that test and get the
highest possible grade you can.
1.
Know the
specifics. Ask whoever is asking you to take the English test the following
questions:
a. Which
English exam you will need to take. There are several, but the most popular are
IELTS and TOEFL. If you are taking the IELTS, you must ask what module you will
take. It is either the academic or general training module. This last bit is
important, because if you take the wrong module, the test results may not be
accepted.
b. What
is your score requirement is. The score requirement is the lowest possible
score you can get but still qualify for the job/school/migration. This gives
you an idea of what score you need to hit and transcend.
c. When
the results will be needed. Knowing when your results will be needed will allow
you to determine how much time you have to prepare.
2.
Determine
your readiness to take the exam. The best way to do this is to answer
practice examinations. You can find stuff online, or take advantage of some
review center’s free diagnostic examinations. The problem with these methods is
that the writing and speaking skills are not assessed. That part will most
likely cost you.
3.
Find a
review center with a program that suits your needs. Prepping for the IELTS
or TOEFL is no mean feat – not only do you have to be proficient in the
language, you must also be familiar with the particular techniques for question
types that are exclusive to those exams.
4.
Commit to
prepare. Whether in a review center or on your own, it is important to have
time to prepare. The major mistake of someone with a relatively acceptable
background in English, like Filipinos, is to take for granted prepping for
their English exam. Many fail because they are unprepared to take the exam.
Commit to the preparation.
Good luck!
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