TOEFL W/CD-ROM 8E [Paperback]

Arco (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 18, 1997

The ultimate TOEFL study program--with all the power of multimedia CD-ROM!

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Non-native speakers of English who wish to study in American universities are usually required to submit proof of their English-language proficiency. A high score on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), therefore, can be an important part of a college application. This ARCO test-preparation guide can help. Overviews of the TOEFL are followed by strategies to help you master the four sections of the exam: Listening, Structure, Reading, and Writing. The authors also teach you how to recognize each question's "testing point"--the specific area of English on which you're being tested, e.g., grammatical structure, idiom, or intonation. By learning how to recognize testing points, you'll be able to identify areas where you're strong and areas where you could use some work. Six complete tests with detailed explanatory answers provide ample opportunity to practice the skills you've learned.

The TOEFL underwent a major change in 1998: it is now administered via computer in most countries. The enclosed CD-ROM (requiring Windows 3.0 or higher) includes sample exams and English-skills builders so you can practice in the actual exam environment. Those without computer access are not neglected; the "News Flash!" section features sample screens to help familiarize you with the look of the computer test. --C.B. Delaney --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Paperback: 433 pages
• Publisher: Arco; Bk&CD 8th edition (October 18, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0028619242
• ISBN-13: 978-0028619248
• Product Dimensions: 10 x 8 x 2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 2.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #9,676,328 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Grace Wang, M.A., CTA

CO-FOUNDER AND SR. VICE PRESIDENT OF ABLESYS CORPORATION

Grace received her M.A. degree in physical education and gymnastics from Shanghai Institute of Physical Education (China), and her M.A. degree in sports psychology from California State University Sacramento. She co-founded AbleSys Corporation in 1994. Grace has been a commodity trading advisor (CTA) registered with CFTC since 1995. She has been a panel speaker at various financial trading conferences since 1999.

Grace's books also include Master the TOEFL CBT 2004 - Test of English As a Foreign Language Strategies and Techniques [Includes 2 CDs], 2004; Master the Toefl Test 2001 (Arco Master the TOEFL (W/CD), 2000; Toefl Supercourse (Supercourse for the Toefl), 1999; Everything You Need to Score High on the Toefl 1999: Kit (Master the Toefl), 1998; Preparation for the Toefl: Software User's Manual, 1996; Preparation for the Toefl: Test of English As a Foreign Language/Book and 2 Cassettes (Master the Toefl), 1994; Preparation for the Toefl: Test of English As a Foreign Language (7th ed), 1995; Supercourse for the Toefl: Listening Comprehension Section, 1991; Arco Toefl Skills for Top Scores, 1988. Etc.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars quick review on the toefl 2000 edition..., September 25, 2000

A Kid's Review

This review is from: Arco Everything You Need to Score High on the Toefl: 2000 Edition With the Latest Information on the New Computer-Based Toefl (Arco Master the TOEFL (W/CD)) (Paperback)

Good book specially (the testing points) which help the person be familiar with the type of questions he will answer, but the probelm is that there are no cassettes for the listening section, the person has to read rather than listen, to be able to get that book's benifit you need to buy the cassette from the ARCO CO who publish it.(I try to look for these cassettes on the AMAZON but it is not). Regarding the cd which is comes with I can say it is excellent, because you can take test as much as you want while you will not face the same questions again in short time.also that cd has a builder skill program, a program helps the user to recognize his progress.actually the book alone worth 3 stars rating but I give it 4 because of that cd. finally if that book came with the cassettes it will get 5 stars with no dout.by the way I'm 28 years old but there is no space for that age in the selection so I take one.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars I need the vocabulary cassette tapes, January 9, 2001

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Hazem (Germany) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Everything You Need to Score High on the Toefl: 1999 With the Latest Information on the New Computer-Based Toefl (Arco Master the TOEFL (W/CD)) (Paperback)

Hi, I have the Toefl book, but I need the listenning comprehension cassette tapes. If anybody has an idea how to order them in Europe( e.g. Germany), as soon as possible, please email me: [e-mail], thank you very much

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars This book is not for you!, May 24, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Arco Everything You Need to Score High on the Toefl 1999 (Paperback)

I had recently bought the 2000 edition of the Arco "Prepare for the TOEFL test - with CD-ROM". I know that I am writing for a different version of the Arco's TOEFL preparation texts; however, I would like to tell you my impression about this book, so that you will be aware of my opinion when you are buying books by Arco. This book has some standard explanations about the exam and gives you some pointers; but besides that, it is not worth your time trying to study with this book if you are looking for deeper explanations and specific examples. The entire book seems like it wasn't edited; I've found many mistakes that are surprisingly easy to catch. In addition, the CD program is poorly made with only one sample exam and to add to the already frustrated user, there are bugs in the program that prohibit one from seeing the entire result of the practice test. Finally, I think Arco should have the contents from the cassetts included into the CD-ROM because buying the cassettes is another trouble for the user. I trusted Arco for my other ETS exams, but this time I am really disappointed with the poor quality of their guidance.