Skills for the TOEFL
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EDGE Code
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EDGE IV J
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Term
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Winter
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Class Time
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Tues Period 2 & Thurs Period 3
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Instructor
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Rangott
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Description
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This class is designed for students who are interested in studying aboard where the TOEFL test is required for entry. Countries which accept TOEFL include the U.S., Canada and Australia, UK, France, Germany, India, New Zealand, Singapore and Switzerland. The course aims to improve TOEFL scores and continue building on the progress made from English PACE level in terms of vocabulary, ability to study independently, and professional communication.
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Schedule
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Class 1. Class orientation. The Academic Word List
Class 2. Reading section. Factual questions and vocabulary questions. Vocabulary Quiz 1. (VQ1). Class 3. Reading Section. Purpose and method questions. VQ2 Class 4. Reading Section. Reference questions. Assessment 1 Practice test. Class 5. Listening Section. Main topic and inference questions. VQ3. Class 6. Listening Section. Purpose, method and attitude questions. VQ4 Class 7. Listening Section. Ordering and matching questions. Assessment 2 Practice test. Class 8. Speaking Section. Independent speaking tasks 1. VQ5. Class 9. Speaking Section. Independent speaking tasks 2. VQ6. Class 10. Speaking Section. Integrated speaking tasks. Assessment 3 Practice Test. Class 11. Writing Section. Taking notes and planning. VQ7 Class 12. Writing Section. Independent writing tasks. VQ8. Class 13. Writing Section. integrated writing tasks VQ10. Class 14. Final Exam |
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Homework
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Students will be expected to prepare for each class by reviewing the relevant chapters outlined in the syllabus.
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Materials
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TBA
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Grading
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Vocabulary 15%
Practice tests 45% (15% each) Final Exam 30% Attendance and Participation 10% |
