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TEST PREPARATION COURSES:  TOEFL, TOEIC, CAMBRIDGE, PEARSON, IELTS

TOEFL (INDIVIDUAL)

The intensive one-to-one TOEFL program at TCLS is a personalized, flexible program divided into two parts:  TOEFL 1 and TOEFL 2.  This intensive program requires dedicated study time.  For each hour of class instruction, two hours of study are required.  Both TOEFL courses are also available online via Skype, whether the learner is based in the U.S. or abroad.  It is highly recommended that each learner complete the entire TOEFL program in order to achieve the best results on the TOEFL examination.

Introduction to TOEFL 1 (15 hours) 

This taster course serves as an introduction to the TOEFL examination.  The learner will gain an initial understanding of what is required to take the test, the structure of each section of the test, and the types of questions that the candidate will encounter.  Each learner will be given a full TOEFL diagnostic test in reading, writing, listening, and speaking at the start of the course.  The results of the test will be used to develop a personalized plan for each learner to assist in their development in all four skills and focus on the language areas which require the most attention.

Prerequisite:  the learner must be at an advanced level of English to enroll for the TOEFL program.  Level is determined by a placement test given by the teacher during registration.  If the learner does not test to an advanced level with a very high score, s/he will be advised to take General English (ESOL) to increase his/her level.

TOEFL 2 (15 hours)

This second half of the TOEFL program at TCLS builds on the foundations covered in TOEFL 1.  The learner will acquire additional exam strategies and techniques in reading, writing, listening, and speaking in order to maximize his/her results on each component of the test.  Utilizing the personalized plan established in TOEFL 1, the learner will continue to concentrate on the language areas which require the most attention, enabling the learner to complete the exam with confidence.  Practice mock exams will be given to provide the learner with constant feedback on their progress.

Prerequisite:  successful completion of TOEFL 1.

PRIVATE TOEIC, PEARSON, IELTS, CAMBRIDGE ENGLISH PREPARATION COURSES

The private TOEIC, IELTS, Pearson, and Cambridge English preparation courses at TCLS are designed for those new to the exams or those who need more practice.  The learner will gain an initial understanding of what is required to take the test, the structure of each section of the test, and the types of questions that the candidate will encounter.  Each learner will be given a full diagnostic test in reading, writing, listening, and speaking at the start of the course.  The results of the test will be used to develop a personalized plan for each learner to assist in their development in all four skills and focus on the language areas which require the most attention.

Prerequisite:  the learner must be at an advanced level of English to enroll for the TOEIC, IELTS, Cambridge CAE and CPE programs.  Level is determined by a placement test given by the teacher during registration.  If the learner does not test to an advanced level with a very high score, s/he will be advised to take General English (ESOL) to increase his/her level.  For those learners wishing to take Cambridge KET, PET, or FCE, the learner must test to the appropriate level for each examination.  If the learner does not score appropriately, they will be recommended to take General English (ESOL) to increase their level of English to the required standard.