TOEFL Study Guides
Expert-curated guides covering grammar, vocabulary, and proven strategies for all four sections. Everything you need to maximize your TOEFL score.
English 101: Foundational Skills
Master grammar and vocabulary, the twin pillars of language proficiency
Grammar 101 START HERE
Master essential grammar rules that appear across all TOEFL sections. Start here to build your foundation, then explore specialized guides below.
Core Topics:
- ✓ Sentence structure & types
- ✓ Verb tenses & modals
- ✓ Subject-verb agreement
- ✓ Articles, prepositions & more
Vocabulary 101 NEW
Build a strong vocabulary foundation with academic words, learning strategies, and our intelligent spaced repetition flash card system.
What's Covered:
- ✓ Academic Word List essentials
- ✓ Context clues & strategies
- ✓ Word families & prefixes
- ✓ Spaced repetition methods
Section-Specific Guides
Master strategies and templates for each TOEFL section
Speaking Section
Master all 4 speaking tasks with proven templates and strategies. Learn how to organize your thoughts in 15-30 seconds and deliver confident responses.
Available Resources:
- ✓ Response templates for each task type
- ✓ Note-taking strategies for integrated tasks
- ✓ Time-optimized formulas (15-60 seconds)
- ✓ Quick reference cheat sheet
Writing Section
Complete templates for Integrated Writing and Academic Discussion tasks. Learn how to synthesize information and craft high-scoring essays in limited time.
Available Resources:
- ✓ Complete essay templates with word counts
- ✓ How to synthesize reading and lecture
- ✓ Academic discussion strategies
- ✓ Quick reference cheat sheet
Reading Section
Master all 10 question types and learn strategic reading techniques. Discover how to read 700-word passages in 3-4 minutes while maintaining comprehension.
Available Resources:
- ✓ Speed reading without losing comprehension
- ✓ Vocabulary in context strategies
- ✓ All 10 question types with examples
- ✓ Quick reference cheat sheet
Listening Section
Effective note-taking systems for lectures and conversations. Learn all 8 question types and how to identify signal words that reveal important information.
Available Resources:
- ✓ 2-column note-taking system
- ✓ Signal words and organizational patterns
- ✓ All 8 question types with strategies
- ✓ Quick reference cheat sheet
TOEFL 2026 Guides
Prepare for the new TOEFL format launching January 2026
Speaking Section 2026
The new format replaces integrated tasks with Listen and Repeat (pronunciation) and Virtual Interview (fluency). Simpler structure, new strategies.
What's Covered:
- ✓ Listen and Repeat: 7-sentence progression
- ✓ Virtual Interview: 4-6 question strategies
- ✓ Pronunciation tips and common pitfalls
- ✓ 3-week practice plan
Writing Section COMING SOON
New tasks include Build a Sentence (grammar), Write an Email (practical), and Academic Discussion (retained from current format).
Preview:
- ✓ Build a Sentence: word arrangement grammar
- ✓ Write an Email: practical communication
- ✓ Academic Discussion: same format, new tips