English Pronunciation SIR Stress, Intonation and Rhythm Caryn T. Davis, Dean of Academic Affairs, February 23, 2013
TOEIC Test Of English for International Communication
More Than 25 Years Global standard for workplace English language proficiency – 5 million test takers each year – 180 countries 9,000 locations
The TOEIC Speaking Test 20 minute online test Scored by trained evaluators 8 is the highest score Test takers receive a written report – Score – Areas of Strengths – Areas for Improvement
TOEIC Speaking Test SAMPLE QUESTIONS OEIC_sw_sample_tests.pdf OEIC_sw_sample_tests.pdf
SIR Pronunciation Practice for the TOEIC Speaking Test Codes to access the Pronunciation Practice will be made available to interested faculty and staff. Please contact Mr. Ferraro or Ms. Davis.
Additional TOEIC Preparation & General Pronunciation Practice Websites TOEIC Tips and Practice: itutor.com/TOEIC_SW.html itutor.com/TOEIC_SW.html Pronunciation Practice Websites: Spokenenglish.com Manythings.com
What’s Next? February and March 2013 – Review and practice SIR using the TOEIC Speaking Test module at the Spanish- American Institute – Review additional websites
Taking the TOEIC Speaking Test? The tests will be administered starting in April, 2013 Please inform Mr. Ferraro or Dean Davis in March if you would like to take the TOEIC Speaking Test