Inglês da Professora Denise Mardegan

Points to take into consideration: US vs BRITISH ENGLISH TOEFL is conducted in US English. So, if you’re more familiar with British English, IELTS may be a better choice for you. Your choice may also depend on your future plans. While both academic tests are accepted by universities around the world, TOEFL is more often requested when applying for a place at a North American university. On the other hand, (the general, non-academic) IELTS is requested when applying for a visa in Australia. TOO SHY TO TALK If you’re not comfortable with talking to strangers, you might want to try TOEFL as in this exam, you only need to speak into a microphone. Choose IELTS if you enjoy real-life interaction and would prefer to have a chat with the examiner. While having to talk to him or her may seem intimidating to you, I think this type of testing will always reflect your abilities more accurately. Remember that communication is a two-way skill and this way you get a chance to ...