Here are a couple of good, short videos that explain some common mistakes that are often made in English. These kinds of problems can often trip you up on the TOEFL.

You will probably come across many ads in your quest to find a language school. This is a fairly typical one. What can you learn about the school really, in practical terms, from this ad. Is the school different from others that you have been looking at? The truth is, most ads for language schools are very similar. You need to do your own independent research to find out if the school has a good reputation and is right for you. Take a look at our guide for choosing an exam preparation school to see what kind of things you should be looking for.

Well, Japanese readers… is this how you learn your vocabulary? While it is quite funny, unfortunately, this type of method is only good for rote memorization of sentences. The TOEFL iBT is specifically designed so that you cannot do this. You will need a full, in-depth understanding of English words, phrases, idioms, and their usage.