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Some general information

Some general information. What Is TOEIC?. T est of E nglish I nternational C ommunication It is a standardized, paper-and-pencil test given to non-native English speakers. It only tests two skills: Listening and Reading. Your score is recognized around the world.

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  1. Some generalinformation

  2. WhatIs TOEIC? • Test of English International Communication • It is a standardized, paper-and-pencil test given to non-native English speakers. • It only tests two skills: Listening and Reading. • Your score is recognized around the world. • You could get up to 990 points

  3. Howlongisthe test? Whatdoesit test? • The TOEIC test takes two hours. • It tests your listening and reading skills through a range of authentic(real-life) tasks. • Tasks are designed to reflect the kinds of situations you might encounter in the global world we are living in.

  4. Isthere a passing grade for TOEIC? • No there isn’t. The objective of the test is to measure your skills no to pass or fail. • However, since this is a graduation requirement at CCCN, there’s a minimum score you need to have to show you have accomplished the objectives of the program. • You need: • 550 points for ENIS or SP • 810 points for the Advanced Program

  5. What do the scores mean?

  6. TOEIC CAN DO TABLE

  7. Test Format

  8. ListeningPart • 45 minutes long. • After it has started, the listening segment won’t be stopped or played again. • Skills tested: • Understanding vocabulary in context • Understanding English idioms in context • Understanding grammar usage

  9. ListeningPartSections • Part 1: Photos 10 items • You have to see photographs and hear four sentences describing the photos to choose the best one. * • Part 2: Questions-Response 30 items • You have to listen to a prompt and choose the best response. * *Questions and answers are spoken only.

  10. ListeningPartSections • Part 3: Conversations 30 items • You have to listen to 10 conversations with 3 questions each between two speakers. • After each, you will answer questions that might be either printed on the test or just recorded on tape • Part 4: Short Talks 30 items • Listen to 10 talks with 3 questions each between two people talking about office issues, or individuals giving a news report or other information.

  11. Reading Part • 75 minutes long • Skills tested: • Understanding vocabulary in context • Understanding English idioms in context • Understanding grammar usage

  12. Reading PartSections • Part 5: Incomplete Sentences 40 items • You have to read incomplete sentences, and choose the correct word or phrase to fill in the blank. • Part 6: Cloze Passages 12 items • You have to read slightly longer passages and fill in the missing text with appropriate responses.

  13. Reading PartSections • Part 7: Reading Comprehension 48 items • You have to read longer passages and answer questions that involve the main idea, inference, point of view, vocabulary in context, and more.

  14. Tipstogetready forthe test

  15. Beforethe test • Immerse yourself in language as frequently as possible: • Read ing, videos, watching movies and t.v, listening to recordings and songs, speaking English whenever you get the chance • Get familiar with the test format • Know the kind of questions you will get • Practice against the clock! You must learn to manage your time properly

  16. Theday of the test • Be here at least 15 minutes before the test starts • Don’t forget you need to bring: • Your ID or passport* • Your grade card from EN12 or SP8* • #2 pencil (*If you forget this you will not be allowed to take the test)

  17. Duringthe test • Work quickly and carefully • Don’t spend too much time on a single question • Mark your answers directly in the answer sheet • Make sure you fill the circles completely • Pace yourself in the reading part • Make sure you leave enough time for each section

  18. AdditionalInformationand Practice

  19. Useful Links • For further information about TOEIC: http://www.ets.org • Sample test questions: http://www.ets.org/Media/Tests/TOEIC/pdf/TOEIC_LR_sample_tests.pdf • Sites for practice http://www.centrocultural.cr/recursos-en-linea.php • TOEIC Examenee Handbook: http://www.ets.org/Media/Tests/TOEIC/pdf/TOEIC_LR_examinee_handbook.pdf • Simulation tests and practice exercises: http://www.english-test.net/toeic/

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