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TOEFL Test Preparation with 100 Online Resources

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Passing the TOEFL test may be required to study abroad, start a new job in an English-speaking environment, or immigrate to an English-speaking country. More than 12,000 institutions in over 160 countries accept TOEFL scores. It is definitely one of the most popular language tests in the world. An estimated 2.3 million students take the TOEFL each year.

 

We researched courses and other resources for preparing for the TOEFL test and compiled the following list of free and paid choices, including online courses, practice websites, mobile apps, YouTube videos, vocabulary flashcards, podcasts, and guide books. But first, let us walk you through some useful information about the TOEFL test.

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About the TOEFL Test

TOEFL, the abbreviation of Test of English as a Foreign Language, is a standardized English test for non-native speakers applying for English-speaking universities. TOEFL is designed and organized by the Educational Testing Service (ETS).

TOEFL Test Content

You can take the internet-based test 100% online in test centers with customized computers. It has 4 sections including reading, listening, speaking, and writing. A free test practice website is offered by ETS to help students get familiar with the different parts.

ReadingListeningSpeakingWriting
30 points30 points30 points30 points
54 minutes41 minutes17 minutes50 minutes
3 passages
10 x 3 questions		2 conversations:
5 x 2 questions
3 lectures:
6 x 3 questions		1 independent
speaking task
3 integrated
speaking tasks		1 integrated
writing task
1 independent
writing task

TOEFL Home Edition

Due to the pandemic, ETS announced the availability of the TOEFL iBT® Home Edition to test takers worldwide on April 7, 2020. TOEFL Home Edition has identical content, format and grading method with TOEFL iBT in test centers but with several benefits:

  1. You can take TOEFL Home Edition on your own computer at home monitored by a human proctor online.
  2. You can take TOEFL Home Edition 24 hours a day, 4 days a week from Sunday to Wednesday.

You need to carefully check the environment and equipment requirements for taking the home test before booking your test.

TOEFL iBT Paper Edition 

Available in Colombia, India, Mexico and the United States, a paper-based test for the Reading, Listening and Writing sections will be rolled out to more countries in the future. Currently, it’s only available in testing centers once or twice per month. The Speaking section must be taken on your home computer within 3 days of the paper-based test. You need to check your environment and equipment requirements for the Speaking Test before booking any part of the test.

TOEFL Scores

Starting in August 2019, ETS announced the addition of MyBest™ scores to TOEFL iBT® score reports, allowing students to combine best scores for each test section from all of their valid TOEFL scores from the past 2 years.

Starting in February 2020, students can view TOEFL iBT® Reading and Listening section scores on screen immediately after completing the online test, as Reading and Listening sections are 100% computer scored. (Not available for paper-based tests.)

TOEFL Test Registration Fees

ItemFees
RegistrationFees vary by testing location
Late registrationUS$40
ReschedulingUS$60
Reinstatement of canceled scoresUS$20
Additional score reports (per institution or agency)US$25 each
Speaking or Writing Section score reviewUS$80
Speaking or Writing Section score reviewUS$160
Returned paymentUS$30

We have this pricing list from ETS TOEFL website. Prices may vary by location.

 

TOEFL Test Preparation Resources

TOEFL Test Online Courses

  • TOEFL® Test Preparation: The Insider’s Guide via edX
  • TOEFL Test-Taking Strategies via Coursera
  • TOEFL Reading and Listening Sections Skills Mastery via Coursera
  • TOEFL Speaking and Writing Sections Skills Mastery via Coursera
  • TOEFL Preparation (Specialization) via Coursera
  • Understanding the TOEFL Essentials Test via edX
  • Complete Guide to TOEFL iBT | Mastering the Skills via Udemy
  • TOEFL iBT Free Speaking Course Section (26+) via Udemy
  • TOEFL iBT (26+) Complete Preparation Course! via Udemy
  • Better TOEFL Writing Techniques for ESL Speakers via Udemy
  • TOEFL Speaking Success in 90 Minutes via Udemy
  • TOEFL English Vocabulary via Udemy
  • The Complete TOEFL iBT Success Course (NEW VERSION) via Udemy
  • Emergency Course for the TOEFL®: TOEFL Prep in Just 2 Days via Udemy
  • TOEFL Speaking Kursu (Yeni sisteme göre) via Udemy
  • Free English Language Tutorial – Build Your Vocabulary for the TOEFL via Udemy
  • Free Writing Tutorial – TOEFL Writing Task 1: An Introduction via Udemy
  • 2021! TOEFL – All Four Skills Preparation Course via Udemy
  • TOEFL iBT® – Test Of English as Foreign Language 2022 via Udemy
  • TOEFL iBT® Complete Preparation Course + 5 TESTS [New 2021] via Udemy
  • TOEFL & IELTS Vocabulary Practice Test: All You Need to Pass via Udemy
  • TOEFL iBT (The Complete Course) via Udemy
  • TOEFL Essays Masterclass via Udemy
  • 100 idioms for TOEFL, TOEIC, FCE or CAE via Udemy
  • TOEFL Prep for Spanish Speakers via Udemy
  • IELTS – TOEFL – PTE – HAZIRLIK ATLAMA via Udemy
  • TOEFL Reading Strategies via Udemy
  • English Made Simple: Vocabulary For TOEFL via Udemy
  • The complete TOEFL iBT Top secrets course: All skills via Udemy
  • TOEFL Words Study (264w cover about 93% of what you need) via Udemy
  • English Vocabulary GRE | TOEFL |GMAT | CAT via Udemy
  • Master English: Improving your Speaking, Listening, and Writing Skills via Skillshare
  • The Complete English Idioms Course – Master English Idioms via Udemy
  • American Slangs, English speaking, Spoken English Course via Udemy
  • Başlangıçtan İleri Düzeye Tam Kapsamlı Hızlı İngilizce Kursu via Udemy
  • TOEFL Speaking Kursu (Yeni sisteme göre) via Udemy
  • IELTS – TOEFL – PTE – HAZIRLIK ATLAMA via Udemy
  • En Güncel Öğrenme Metotlarıyla A’dan Z’ye İngilizce Serüveni via Udemy
  • 5000 KELİME via Udemy

TOEFL Practice Tests

TOEFL Test Preparation: Reading

TOEFL Test Preparation: Listening

TOEFL Test Preparation: Speaking

TOEFL Test Preparation: Writing

Practice TOEFL with Mobile Apps

TOEFL Test YouTube Videos

  • Inside the TOEFL® Test: Official Preparation and Practice Advice
  • TOEFL preparation
  • (New) Ace The TOEFL – 120/120 – Everything you will ever need
  • Screened-Instructor: TOEFL® Vocabulary

TOEFL Vocabulary Flashcards

TOEFL Test Podcasts

TOEFL Test Guides and Books

Junaid Khan

Junaid Khan

Junaid Khan is the founder of Moocable - the platform to help learner find their next MOOC, and study partners. A passionate learner, he struggled with self-learning. 

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