Author: Hannah Muniz

Hannah graduated summa cum laude from the University of Southern California with a bachelor’s degree in English and East Asian languages and cultures. After graduation, she taught English in Japan for two years via the JET Program. She is passionate about education, writing, and travel.

The 7 Best Games to Learn English In Groups and Alone

Author Hannah MunizPosted on Categories English Language LearningTags

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Sometimes you need a break from traditional studying. But have you ever considered using games to learn English? Whether you’re preparing for the TOEFL or simply want to improve your English abilities, there are many English-learning games out there that are high quality and effective—not to mention fun!

Read on to see our picks for the best games for learning English for both groups and solo learners. But first, what makes an English-learning game good?

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How to Learn English Vocabulary: 5 Best Methods

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Learning a foreign language isn’t always easy, especially when it comes to vocabulary. (I’ve been studying Japanese for years and still have trouble remembering words!) Luckily, there are many ways you can learn English vocabulary—and some of them are even a little fun!

In this guide, we go over the top five methods you can use to learn English words and give you a few tips on how to find English words to study.

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100 TOEFL Score: Is This Good? Schools You Can Get Into

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Need to take the TOEFL for school? Then you might be wondering whether a TOEFL 100 is a good score. Is 100 high enough to get you admitted to your schools? Or should you aim higher?

In this article, we’ll discuss whether a TOEFL 100 is a good score and how competitive it is for undergraduate and graduate students. Then, we’ll explain how important TOEFL scores are for admission before giving you tips on how to raise your 100 TOEFL score to 105 and 110.

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105 TOEFL Score: Is This Good? Schools You Can Get Into

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Need to take the TOEFL for school? Then you might be wondering whether a TOEFL 105 is a good score. Is 105 high enough to get you admitted to your schools? Or should you aim higher?

In this article, we’ll discuss whether a 105 iBT TOEFL score is good and how competitive it is for undergraduate and graduate students. Then, we’ll explain how important TOEFL scores are for admission before giving you tips on how to raise your TOEFL iBT 105 score to 110 and 115.

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79 TOEFL Score: Is This Good? Schools You Can Get Into

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Need to take the TOEFL for school? Then you might be wondering whether a TOEFL 79 is a good score. Is 79 high enough to get you admitted to your schools? Or should you aim higher?

In this article, we’ll discuss whether a 79 iBT TOEFL score is good and how competitive it is for undergraduate and graduate students. Then, we’ll explain how important TOEFL scores are for admission before giving you tips on how to raise your 79 TOEFL score to 80, 90, and even 100.

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NYU TOEFL Requirement: The Score You Need

Author Hannah MunizPosted on Categories Applying to US Schools, TOEFL General InfoTags , ,

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What’s a good TOEFL score for NYU? Is there a TOEFL NYU minimum you must meet in order to qualify for admission as an undergraduate or graduate student? Who has to take the TOEFL?

In this guide, we go over the NYU TOEFL requirement for each major department and look at how this minimum score varies depending on the program you’re applying to. We then give you expert tips on what to do if you’re struggling to meet the NYU TOEFL score threshold.

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MIT TOEFL Requirement: The Score You Need

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What’s a good TOEFL score for MIT? Is there a TOEFL MIT minimum you must meet in order to qualify for admission as an undergraduate or graduate student? Who has to take the TOEFL?

In this guide, we go over the MIT TOEFL requirement for each major department and look at how this minimum score varies depending on the program you’re applying to. We then give you expert tips on what to do if you’re struggling to meet the MIT TOEFL score threshold.

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TOEFL Exam Pattern: Test Structure and Scoring, Explained

Author Hannah MunizPosted on Categories TOEFL General InfoTags ,

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To prepare effectively for the TOEFL, you need to understand the TOEFL exam pattern: how the test is structured, what kinds of questions it’ll ask you, and how you can ultimately use this information to get a high score on test day.

In this guide, we go over the TOEFL pattern, for the test as a whole and for each section. Along the way, we provide you with key tips for using the TOEFL test pattern to your advantage and give you a rundown of the TOEFL structure for the paper-delivered test as well.

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Harvard TOEFL Requirement: The Score You Need

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What’s a good TOEFL score for Harvard? Is there a TOEFL Harvard minimum you must meet in order to qualify for admission as an undergraduate or graduate student? Who has to take the TOEFL?

In this guide, we go over the Harvard TOEFL requirement for each major department and look at how this minimum score varies depending on the program you’re applying to. We then give you expert tips on what to do if you’re struggling to meet the Harvard TOEFL score threshold.

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8 Steps for How to Pass the TOEFL With a Stellar Score

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Knowing how to pass TOEFL test day is critical for international students who want to an attend English-speaking school. But what does “passing the TOEFL” really mean? Is there a certain TOEFL passing score everyone must get?

In truth, a TOEFL passing score is any score that’s high enough to get you into the schools you wish to attend. Therefore, the score you need to pass the TOEFL will vary depending on where you’re applying.

In this guide, we explain why you can’t technically pass (or fail) the TOEFL. We also give you tips on how to find your TOEFL passing score, how to increase your odds of passing the TOEFL, and what to do if you’re struggling to reach your passing score.

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