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Before writing the TOEFL essay, you must be able to identify the essay type and choose the correct essay pattern. This important English lesson explains the five essay categories and two essay patterns you need to know to succeed in the Independent Essay Writing task of the TOEFL iBT.

Getting a high score on the TOEFL iBT demands much more than reading, writing, listening and speaking skills. Discover all the indirect skills you must master in order to do well on this important English proficiency exam.

Not sure whether to take the TOEFL or the IELTS? Want to know which of these English proficiency exams is easier? In this video, I explain the key differences between the two exams and make recommendations based on your strengths and weaknesses.

English academic writing differs from other cultures. Watch this free lesson to learn how to structure a written paragraph in English with the simple formula that most university professors look for. You can use this technique for the TOEFL iBT writing section as well.

If you’re asking “What’s IELTS?”, this lesson is for you. I give you all the information you need to know about this popular English proficiency exam, and answer common questions about it, such as what the difference between IELTS and TOEFL is.

TOEFL iBT – What is it? How long is it? Why take it? If you’ve decided to take the TOEFL, or are thinking about it, start with this lesson. I answer some basic questions about the TOEFL exam here that I’ve received from students. We cover some introductory information about the exam. You can ask [...]

How to write proper openings and closings for your IELTS letter-writing assignment. There are three types of letters on the IELTS — formal, semi-formal, and informal. In this lesson I explain how to begin and end each type. I’ll be uploading more IELTS lesson in the future. Let me know on the forum if you [...]

In this English lesson, I explain in detail how you can understand what you read in English. Make sure you follow all the steps. If you have any questions, leave a comment for me. If you have questions not related to reading comprehension, ask me on the engVid Forum.

Get full points on the organization section of your TOEFL essay by following the steps in this lesson.

Here’s a quick introduction to the TOEFL iBT and the IELTS. This will tell you a little bit about each exam and the differences between them.