Vocabulary for TOEFL Speaking Part 1
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Vocabulary for TOEFL Speaking Part 1

Can you speak about a topic in English for 45 seconds? Then you’re ready for TOEFL. Or are you? TOEFL Speaking Part 1 does require you to respond to a question and speak for 45 seconds, but being able to speak for that length of time does not ensure that you will score well in...

Business English Phrases To Avoid
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Business English Phrases To Avoid

50 Some English expressions are just old and outdated . . . or they’ve lost their meaning from overuse. Avoid using the following English Business idioms and instead use the expressions or phrases we have provided as alternatives. Business English Phrases To Avoid Interwebs What it means: A joking term for the internet. Why to...

Vocabulary and Tips for CAE and FCE Speaking Part 3
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Vocabulary and Tips for CAE and FCE Speaking Part 3

Are you taking the CAE or FCE Exam soon? Many students feel like they can prepare for some parts of the exam, like the writing module, but few feel that there is a way to practice for the speaking module. However, there are some very simple ways you can study for the CAE and FCE...

Vocabulary and Tips for IELTS Speaking Part 1
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Vocabulary and Tips for IELTS Speaking Part 1

Do you know how to prepare yourself for the IELTS Speaking Paper? Follow these tips and learn this vocabulary and you will improve your confidence (and score) on Part 1 of the IELTS Speaking Exam. First, three useful tips . . . Vocabulary and Tips for IELTS Speaking Part 1 #1: Be able to describe...

TOEFL Speaking Overview and Tips
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TOEFL Speaking Overview and Tips

Are you taking the TOEFL soon? Like most students, you are probably worried about the Speaking Test. The test is only 20 minutes, which is very short compared to other sections of the test, but it is very stressful! Follow these TOEFL speaking tips to understand and prepare for the TOEFL Speaking exam. TOEFL Speaking Overview and...

CAE Reading and Use of English Part 1 Tips and Practice
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CAE Reading and Use of English Part 1 Tips and Practice

Are you planning to take the Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE) test soon? The CAE test has different sections (called “modules”): Listening, Speaking, Writing, and Reading and Use of English. Each of these modules has different sections. We are focusing on Part 1 of the CAE Reading and Use of English module. With these...

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CISL Career English Student Dominic Learns Architecture at Martinez + Cutri

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to use your English in a professional setting? The CISL Career English Program consists of CISL English classes and then time at an American host company, where the student improves his or her English in the workplace. CISL student Dominic, from Switzerland, recently completed CISL’s Career...

10 Tips for Improving Your TOEFL Writing Score
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10 Tips for Improving Your TOEFL Writing Score

The TOEFL test includes a Writing section, which has two parts. Do you know how to prepare for TOEFL Writing? Here are 10 tips for improving your TOEFL Writing score. 10 Tips for Improving Your TOEFL Writing Score TOEFL Writing has two parts: the Integrated Task and the Independent Task. The test is about 1...