What is TOEFL IELTS?

TOEFL and IELTS are widely accepted English language proficiency tests all over the world.

1, Introduction to TOEFL

TOEFL (English as a Foreign Language Test) is a standardized English language test sponsored by educational testing service (ETS). The test consists of four parts: listening, reading, speaking and writing, which are used to evaluate the communicative competence of non-native English speakers. TOEFL is usually necessary for international students to enter American higher education institutions, and it is also accepted by universities and institutions in many other countries.

2. Introduction to IELTS

IELTS (International English Language Testing System) is a widely accepted English language test, which is jointly managed by British Council for Cultural Education, Cambridge University Examination Committee and IELTS Australia Loan Company.

The content of the examination includes four modules: listening, reading, writing and speaking, which are used to evaluate the English application ability of non-native English speakers in practical communication; IELTS is widely used in various institutions and organizations around the world, including universities, immigration departments, enterprises and institutions.

3, the content and form of the exam

TOEFL and IELTS have some differences in content and form. The TOEFL test adopts paper or electronic questions, and the oral part adopts recording evaluation; The IELTS test adopts a paper version of the question type, and the oral part is evaluated face to face; The topics in TOEFL reading and listening are longer, while the topics in IELTS reading and listening are relatively short.

4. Scoring method and validity period

The scoring methods of TOEFL and IELTS are slightly different; The TOEFL total score is 120, and the score range of each module is 0-30. Finally, the scores of the four modules are averaged to get the total score. The total score of IELTS is 9, and the score range of each module is 0-9. Finally, the scores of the four modules are averaged to get the total score. TOEFL and IELTS scores are usually valid for two years.

Expand knowledge:

Both TOEFL and IELTS can be accepted by many foreign higher education institutions as the evaluation criteria of English proficiency; TOEFL and IELTS are also regarded as one of the language proficiency requirements for applying for immigration or visa by immigration departments in many countries. Candidates can choose to take the TOEFL or IELTS test according to their personal needs and goals, and the specific requirements can be determined according to the requirements of the target university or institution.