{"id":11313,"date":"2023-09-11T17:58:21","date_gmt":"2023-09-11T12:28:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/coursementor.com\/blog\/?p=11313"},"modified":"2023-09-12T09:47:25","modified_gmt":"2023-09-12T04:17:25","slug":"toefl-listening-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/coursementor.com\/blog\/toefl-listening-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Best TOEFL Listening Tips to Ace the Exam"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Are you also one of those candidates who is facing lower scores on the TOEFL Exam? Do you also want to know some TOEFL Listening Tips to ace the Exam with good scores? If your answer is Yes, then let me tell you, You are in the right place. Because in this ultimate guide, you will get to know the 10 Best TOEFL Listening Tips. By implementing these tips in the practice phase, you can surely ace your Exam with good scores.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>TOEFL Exam is one of the widely accepted English Tests which checks the students&#8217; English Proficiency. This test is given by those candidates who want to move to English-speaking countries for their further studies. Moreover, there are four sections in the TOEFL exam: Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The students can get overall good scores on the TOEFL Exam if they prepare all the sections wisely. Furthermore, daily practicing mock tests and working on weaknesses are some of the best tips for scoring well in the TOEFL Exam. But let me tell you, in this article, we will discuss the TOEFL listening section, its scoring system and some best TOEFL listening Tips that will help you ace the exam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, let\u2019s get started with the TOEFL Listening Section Overview.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_69_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/coursementor.com\/blog\/toefl-listening-tips\/#toefl-listening-section\" title=\"TOEFL Listening Section\">TOEFL Listening Section<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/coursementor.com\/blog\/toefl-listening-tips\/#section-1\" title=\"Section 1:&nbsp;\">Section 1:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/coursementor.com\/blog\/toefl-listening-tips\/#section-2\" title=\"Section 2:&nbsp;\">Section 2:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/coursementor.com\/blog\/toefl-listening-tips\/#section-3\" title=\"Section 3:&nbsp;\">Section 3:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/coursementor.com\/blog\/toefl-listening-tips\/#how-is-toefl-listening-scored\" title=\"How is TOEFL Listening Scored?\">How is TOEFL Listening Scored?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/coursementor.com\/blog\/toefl-listening-tips\/#10-best-toefl-listening-tips\" title=\"10 Best TOEFL Listening Tips\">10 Best TOEFL Listening Tips<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/coursementor.com\/blog\/toefl-listening-tips\/#1-create-a-toefl-listening-study-schedule\" title=\"1. Create a TOEFL Listening Study Schedule\">1. Create a TOEFL Listening Study Schedule<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/coursementor.com\/blog\/toefl-listening-tips\/#2-memorize-the-question-types\" title=\"2. Memorize the Question Types\">2. Memorize the Question Types<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/coursementor.com\/blog\/toefl-listening-tips\/#3-practice-regularly\" title=\"3. Practice Regularly\">3. Practice Regularly<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/coursementor.com\/blog\/toefl-listening-tips\/#toefl-listening-practice-entertainment\" title=\"TOEFL Listening Practice: Entertainment\">TOEFL Listening Practice: Entertainment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/coursementor.com\/blog\/toefl-listening-tips\/#toefl-listening-practice-academic\" title=\"TOEFL Listening Practice: Academic\">TOEFL Listening Practice: Academic<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/coursementor.com\/blog\/toefl-listening-tips\/#toefl-listening-practice-other-resources\" title=\"TOEFL Listening Practice: Other Resources\">TOEFL Listening Practice: Other Resources<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/coursementor.com\/blog\/toefl-listening-tips\/#4-sharpen-your-listening-skills\" title=\"4. Sharpen Your Listening Skills\">4. Sharpen Your Listening Skills<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/coursementor.com\/blog\/toefl-listening-tips\/#5-become-a-note-taking-pro\" title=\"5. Become a Note-taking Pro\">5. Become a Note-taking Pro<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/coursementor.com\/blog\/toefl-listening-tips\/#6-focus-on-vocabulary\" title=\"6. Focus on Vocabulary\">6. Focus on Vocabulary<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/coursementor.com\/blog\/toefl-listening-tips\/#7-practice-time-management\" title=\"7. Practice Time Management\">7. Practice Time Management<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/coursementor.com\/blog\/toefl-listening-tips\/#8-be-an-active-listener\" title=\"8. Be an Active Listener\">8. Be an Active Listener<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/coursementor.com\/blog\/toefl-listening-tips\/#9-work-on-your-weaknesses\" title=\"9. Work on Your Weaknesses\">9. Work on Your Weaknesses<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/coursementor.com\/blog\/toefl-listening-tips\/#10-keep-calm-on-test-day\" title=\"10. Keep Calm on Test Day\">10. Keep Calm on Test Day<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/coursementor.com\/blog\/toefl-listening-tips\/#final-words-toefl-listening-tips\" title=\"Final Words ( TOEFL listening Tips)\">Final Words ( TOEFL listening Tips)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/coursementor.com\/blog\/toefl-listening-tips\/#frequently-asked-questions-faqs\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/coursementor.com\/blog\/toefl-listening-tips\/#1-how-long-should-i-spend-on-each-toefl-listening-question\" title=\"1. How long should I spend on each TOEFL listening question?\">1. How long should I spend on each TOEFL listening question?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/coursementor.com\/blog\/toefl-listening-tips\/#2-how-can-i-improve-my-listening-in-toefl\" title=\"2. How can I improve my listening in TOEFL?\">2. How can I improve my listening in TOEFL?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/coursementor.com\/blog\/toefl-listening-tips\/#3-should-i-take-notes-in-toefl-listening\" title=\"3. Should I take notes in TOEFL listening?\">3. Should I take notes in TOEFL listening?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"toefl-listening-section\"><\/span>TOEFL Listening Section<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The TOEFL iBT (Internet-Based Test) Listening section measures your ability to understand conversations and lectures in English. The company that makes TOEFL, i.e., ETS, has identified five themes in the TOEFL Listening Tests. These are lectures, interactive lectures, consultations, group discussions, and conversations with speakers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition, it includes listening for basic comprehension, connecting information, and understanding related to the speaker&#8217;s attitude and degree of certainty. So, a candidate can score well in the TOEFL Listening Section if they observe all the information precisely. Moreover, TOEFL might be difficult for some students, but by implementing some tips, you can score well in the listening section. The table below mentions all the information related to the TOEFL listening test.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table aligncenter is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Types of Recording<\/td><td>Number of Conversations \/ Lectures<\/td><td>Number of Questions<\/td><td>Given Time<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Conversation<\/td><td>2-3<\/td><td>5<\/td><td>2-3 min<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Lecture<\/td><td>3-4<\/td><td>6<\/td><td>4-6 min<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The TOEFL&nbsp; Listening section consists of 50 questions divided into three sections. The test takes about 30-40 minutes. Furthermore, you have roughly 12 seconds to answer every question. So, it\u2019s important to do time management wisely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"section-1\"><\/span>Section 1:&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It comprises short conversations between two people with one recording per question.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"section-2\"><\/span>Section 2:&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This section includes longer dialogues between two or more people, with one recording used for several questions.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"section-3\"><\/span>Section 3:&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It comprises longer talks, like a lecture. Several questions follow each talk or lecture.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember that the questions are not written on your test sheet and are only asked during the recording. It&#8217;s important to remember that the questions generally get harder as the test progresses.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that you know how the TOEFL Listening section works, let\u2019s discuss the TOEFL Listening Section Scoring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Note: Do read our other article on 25+ <a href=\"https:\/\/coursementor.com\/blog\/toefl-accepted-universities-in-usa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">TOEFL Accepted Universities in USA<\/a> in 2023<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-is-toefl-listening-scored\"><\/span>How is TOEFL Listening Scored?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The proficiency level in the TOEFL listening section ranges from below low intermediate to advanced level. Moreover, the total score range is 30 in the TOEFL listening section. To understand in detail, see the table below to know how the TOEFL listening section is scored.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Score Range<\/td><td>Proficiency Level<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>0-8<\/td><td>Below Low-Intermediate Level<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>0-16<\/td><td>Low-Intermediate Level<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>17-21<\/td><td>High-Intermediate Level<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>22-30<\/td><td>Advanced Level<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Table Showing TOEFL Listening Score Chart<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember to regularly implement your study schedule and TOEFL listening practice to get outstanding scores on the TOEFL Listening section. Thus, scoring good marks in the Listening section increases overall scores on the TOEFL test.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Until now, we have discussed the TOEFL listening section and how is TOEFL listening scored. Now, let\u2019s discuss some amazing TOEFL listening tips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10-best-toefl-listening-tips\"><\/span>10 Best TOEFL Listening Tips<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are the 10 TOEFL Listening Tips that help boost your confidence on the test day and improve your test-taking skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, let\u2019s dive into the topic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1-create-a-toefl-listening-study-schedule\"><\/span>1. Create a TOEFL Listening Study Schedule<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Creating a TOEFL Listening Study Schedule is among the first best TOEFL listening tips. To begin, whenever a candidate decides to appear in the test, they must first create a study schedule. As we know, Self-study is the best way to score well on the Exams. Because this helps you to prepare effectively for the test. Here\u2019s a sample study schedule to guide you in creating a study schedule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Number of Weeks<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Number of Tasks<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Week 1<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Assess your Current Level and introduce yourself with the TOEFL Listening Section<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Week 2<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Focus on Different types of listening material and practice note-taking techniques.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Week 3<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Listen to academic lectures on various topics and everyday conversations.&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Week 4<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Work on understanding idiomatic expressions and colloquial language.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Week 5<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Take a full-length TOEFL Listening practice test every other day.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Week 6<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Review your practice test results and pinpoint areas that need improvement.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Week 7<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Focus on maintaining concentration and staying calm under timed conditions.&nbsp;Take a day off to relax and recharge one day before the test day.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This is just a sample study schedule. Remember that you can adjust the study schedule based on your current proficiency level and available time before your TOEFL test.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also Read: Best Guide on How to Get the <a href=\"https:\/\/coursementor.com\/blog\/duolingo-required-score\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Duolingo Required Score<\/a> in 2023<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2-memorize-the-question-types\"><\/span>2. Memorize the Question Types<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Memorizing the question types is another best TOEFL Listening Tips. Because of this, the candidate gets familiar with the type of question and can prepare themselves for the test. You might be surprised to know that although the reading and listening sections are quite similar. However, the types of questions in the listening sections are slightly different.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the TOEFL Listening Section, you may encounter these types of questions such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table aligncenter is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Type of Question<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Purpose<\/td><td>Question Value<\/td><td>Frequency (per section)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Question phrasing<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Gist-content<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Tests your ability to understand the main idea of what you have heard in the audio clip.<\/td><td>1<\/td><td>6<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">What is happening\u2026?<br>What is the main purpose&#8230;?<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Gist-purpose<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Identify the real meaning of a statement in the given context in these types of questions.<\/td><td>1<\/td><td>3-5<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">What is the lecture mainly about\u2026?<br>What are the speakers mainly discussing?&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Detail<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">You must answer the relationship between two or more parts of the excerpt and its overall organization.&nbsp;<\/td><td>1-2<\/td><td>10-12<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">What is\u2026?<br>According to\u2026?<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Function<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">It aims to test your attention and ability to pick out key facts discussed in the audio recording.&nbsp;<\/td><td>1<\/td><td>3-4<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">What does the professor mean when she says&#8230;?<br>What does the professor say\u2026?<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Attitude<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">The attitude question type asks you about the intention and attitude of the speaker.<\/td><td>1<\/td><td>3-5<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">What does the student think about\u2026 ?&nbsp;<br>What is the professor&#8217;s attitude?&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Inference&nbsp;<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">In this, you have to identify the meaning of a specific phrase or sentence that is not directly stated in the lecture or conversation.<\/td><td>1<\/td><td>5-6<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">What are the implications of&#8230;?<br>What does the professor imply&#8230;?<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Connecting Content<br><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">You have to identify steps in a process. And classify items in categories or cause\/effect relationships.<\/td><td>1<\/td><td>3-4<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Steps in a process<br>What is the likely outcome&#8230;?<br><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Understanding organisation<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">You have to answer the relationship between two or more parts of the excerpt and its overall organization.&nbsp;<\/td><td>1-3<\/td><td>4<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Why does the professor mention\u2026?<br>Why does the professor discuss\u2026?<br><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This table covers all the types of questions. Take a look at this table to get a better idea of how to identify each question type.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3-practice-regularly\"><\/span>3. Practice Regularly<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the best TOEFL listening tips is to practice regularly. To do this, take as many listening tests as possible. Because it is a sure way to improve your scores on the TOEFL exam. You can practice mock tests and solve last year&#8217;s exam questions and sample papers. Here are a few resources for your help with various TOEFL listening topics:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"toefl-listening-practice-entertainment\"><\/span>TOEFL Listening Practice: Entertainment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Practice for TOEFL with Movies and TV<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Practice Listening Skills with Recipes<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Learn English with Star Wars<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Boost Your English Listening Abilities with listening to various Videos and Podcasts<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Improve Listening Speed with Movie One-Liners<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"toefl-listening-practice-academic\"><\/span>TOEFL Listening Practice: Academic<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><em>TOEFL Listening Practice Sources for Lectures<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Use TOEFL Real Lectures in TOEFL Preparation<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Alternatives to YouTube for TOEFL Listening Practice<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Learn to Listen without Transcripts Using Minute Science<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"toefl-listening-practice-other-resources\"><\/span>TOEFL Listening Practice: Other Resources<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><em>TOEFL Listening: English Question Words Quiz<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Phrasal Verbs in TOEFL Listening<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All these are the resources for the TOEFL listening practice. You can use them for doing regular practice so that you can ace the exam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4-sharpen-your-listening-skills\"><\/span>4. Sharpen Your Listening Skills<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the best TOEFL listening tips is to sharpen your listening skills. To do this, listen to various E-books, podcasts and other listening resources. Also, listen to ample English audio to develop your listening skills. In addition to this, make yourself familiar with different types of accents, such as North American accents. So, make sure you adjust to their accent by practicing listening to audio in different accents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5-become-a-note-taking-pro\"><\/span>5. Become a Note-taking Pro<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>An important strategy to solve the TOEFL listening section is to become a note-taking pro. Because there are many detailed questions in the TOEFL Listening section. So, it is nearly impossible to answer those questions without notes. That\u2019s why ensure you take neat and clear notes that you can easily use while answering. Moreover, take your practice to the next level so that you can answer each question.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6-focus-on-vocabulary\"><\/span>6. Focus on Vocabulary<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Building Vocabulary is also among the best TOEFL listening tips. It is very essential that a candidate should make themselves familiar with the vocabulary. For that, familiarize yourself with the university-related vocabulary because it will help you understand the context of the conversations or lectures. Moreover, this section also involves real-life conversations. So you should learn lots of phrasal verbs and idiomatic expressions as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For better understanding, let me tell you that an idiomatic expression cannot be understood from the meaning of its separate words but has a separate meaning of its own. For example, \u201cpiece of cake\u201d means \u201ceasy\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7-practice-time-management\"><\/span>7. Practice Time Management<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Time Management is the best practice that everyone should do. As in the TOEFL Exam, you should effectively manage your time by considering the duration to remember the answer and taking notes. Moreover, you will hear the recording only once. So, to answer every question, you should manage your time wisely. Thus, note the main ideas as much as possible because, due to that, your time will be managed effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Related Article: <a href=\"https:\/\/coursementor.com\/blog\/ielts-vs-toefl\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">IELTS Vs TOEFL<\/a> \u2013 5 Best Differences You Must Know<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8-be-an-active-listener\"><\/span>8. Be an Active Listener<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Another tip among TOEFL Listening Tips is to be an active listener, not a passive listener. Do you want to know the difference? If not, then let me tell you. A passive listener tries to understand every detail, but an active listener always tries to understand enough to respond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, develop a habit that you should stop listening passively and start <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Active_listening\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">listening actively<\/a>. In conversation passages, pay attention to the tone of voice and attitude. It will help you understand the direction of the conversation. On the other hand, listen to a lecture as if you were really in the classroom. So, whether or not you take notes, there are plenty of ways to ensure your mind is alert. Implement those ways and be an active listener during TOEFL Listening Exam time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9-work-on-your-weaknesses\"><\/span>9. Work on Your Weaknesses<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>By keeping track of your progress, you can evaluate where you are weak and how much further you need to go. By practicing regularly and doing analysis, you can come across your weak areas. So, after evaluation, make some strategies so that you can work on your weaknesses to score well in the TOEFL exam. Also, this is a great way to remind yourself how much you have done. This is another TOEFL listening tip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10-keep-calm-on-test-day\"><\/span>10. Keep Calm on Test Day<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The last but not least TOEFL listening tips is to keep calm on the test day. Staying calm on test day is crucial for performing your best. Various tips that will help you keep calm on the test day include practicing relaxation techniques, getting a Good Night\u2019s sleep, avoiding taking too much caffeine, staying hydrated, arriving early and staying focused.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All these points that are discussed above are the TOEFL listening tips. Do remember these and work on implementing them to ace the exam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"final-words-toefl-listening-tips\"><\/span>Final Words ( TOEFL listening Tips)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In conclusion, we can say that mastering the TOEFL listening section is achievable with dedication, practice, and the right strategies. By following the 10 best TOEFL listening tips mentioned in the article such as creating a TOEFL listening study schedule, memorizing the question types, practicing regularly, sharpening the listening skills, practicing time management and many more, you will surely get good scores in the exam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, we have discussed the TOEFL listening section, its scoring system and some amazing TOEFL listening tips. I hope all the information in the article will be helpful to you while preparing for the TOEFL exam. To learn more about the English-related tests, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/coursementor.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CourseMentor<\/a> again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"frequently-asked-questions-faqs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1694433470350\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1-how-long-should-i-spend-on-each-toefl-listening-question\"><\/span>1. How long should I spend on each TOEFL listening question?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Time management is crucial. So, aim to spend no more than a minute per question.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1694433478661\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2-how-can-i-improve-my-listening-in-toefl\"><\/span>2. How can I improve my listening in TOEFL?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>To improve listening in the TOEFL test, you can use various tips such as creating a study plan, memorizing the question types, practicing regularly, sharpening your listening skills, focusing on vocabulary, etc.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1694433489917\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3-should-i-take-notes-in-toefl-listening\"><\/span>3. Should I take notes in TOEFL listening?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, you can, and you should take notes in TOEFL listening. Because after listening, you must answer the questions related to lectures and conversations. So by taking notes, you have complete information and can accurately attempt all the questions.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you also one of those candidates who is facing lower scores on the TOEFL Exam? Do you also want to know some TOEFL Listening Tips to ace the Exam with good scores? If your answer is Yes, then let me tell you, You are in the right place. 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