ONLINE TOEFL COURSE OR IN PERSON?
If you are preparing to apply for college, a master’s degree, a scholarship, or even to work abroad, it is very likely that you have been told that you need a certain TOEFL score. The TOEFL is a very particular test and it is common to perform below the level of English you may have. If you decide to seek help for your preparation, one of the main questions you will have to answer is: Is an online TOEFL course the best option? In this article you will find objective reasons to answer this question.
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The 6 Reasons To Choose an Online TOEFL Course
- Access to talent without geographical limitation:
- You will need one hour of work for every hour of class:
As a student you should always make sure that whoever is in charge of your preparation is a real specialist. Someone who knows the TOEFL in depth because he/she is dedicated exclusively to its preparation. This type of professional is not usually found in a center that needs to fill its classrooms with all kinds of courses. They are not teachers who teach First Certificate, Upper Intermediate, Kids class, English for Companies, … and also the TOEFL. Don’t limit yourself to what you have within your physical reach and look for real experience.
A very common ratio to succeed in your preparation is the famous 1:1 or what is the same 1 hour of practice for every hour of class. Imagine that you sign up for a course that will consume 6 hours per week. To reach your objectives you will have to find 6 hours to practice what you are learning. Now add 1 hour (if you live in a big city it’s probably more) of commuting for each session. Does it make sense, does it add value to your preparation to commute to take an exam that is online, will you be able to find time for everything or will you sacrifice practice time? Before deciding whether to prepare online or in person ask yourself these questions.
Would You Like to Know How to Prepare for the TOEFL in 4 Weeks?
- Accessibility to your teachers:
- One-stop information center:
- 24/7 open testing platform:
- Familiarize yourself with the channel:
Surely at some point in your academic life you have experienced the frustration of having a question and having no one to ask. It is truly horrible and can ruin your study plans for the day. Online courses allow connectivity with teachers and students. Being able to ask a question and not having to wait for the day of class will allow you to shorten your preparation time.
One of the great advantages of a GOOD online course is the fact that all operations are concentrated in a single point of information. That is to say, you will have your notes, the resolution of your exercises, the videos of your classes, the connectivity with students and teachers, … in the same point. A company specialized in online training will provide you with a professional architecture that will make your experience easy and comfortable. Demand the highest quality in your teacher and in all your TOEFL preparation tools.
In addition to your classes and all the material, concepts, tips, … there is an important part of your preparation that takes place alone. If you want to achieve your goals you will have to practice a lot and on your own. A good complement are the testing platforms so that you can do simulations to get used to what you will encounter.
The TOEFL iBT (the TOEFL you are going to take) is a test that is taken online either at an official center or from home (TOEFL iBT Home Edition). It doesn’t seem to make much sense to prepare analogically for a test that is 100% digital. This reflection is especially important for those students who have more technological difficulties. It is not a good strategy not to face your fears and postpone them because on test day you will have no choice.
Hopefully this blog post has resolved all your doubts. However, if you have questions in regards to your TOEFL preparation, get in touch and we will let you know how EPIC PREP can help you achieve your goals. Differently, if you prefer to continue reading here is the link to our TOEFL courses page.
