{"id":340,"date":"2021-10-08T12:45:22","date_gmt":"2021-10-08T12:45:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/themepanthers.com\/wp\/creote\/v-new\/?p=340"},"modified":"2023-09-26T11:58:04","modified_gmt":"2023-09-26T11:58:04","slug":"how-to-handle-employee-with-works","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/fivestar.or.ke\/?p=340","title":{"rendered":"Study Abroad for Eldoret Students: A Comprehensive Guide to Choosing between IELTS and TOEFL"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"340\" class=\"elementor elementor-340\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-542ab17 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"542ab17\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-no\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-0533ab5\" data-id=\"0533ab5\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4e7bda3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4e7bda3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.16.0 - 20-09-2023 *\/\n.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-stacked .elementor-drop-cap{background-color:#69727d;color:#fff}.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-framed .elementor-drop-cap{color:#69727d;border:3px solid;background-color:transparent}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap{margin-top:8px}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap-letter{width:1em;height:1em}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap{float:left;text-align:center;line-height:1;font-size:50px}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap-letter{display:inline-block}<\/style>\t\t\t\t<h5>Introduction<\/h5>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-48fb1e0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-creote-description-v1\" data-id=\"48fb1e0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"creote-description-v1.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"description_box\" >\r\n    <p>nternational students from non-English speaking countries who wish to study abroad are often\nrequired to provide scores from an English language proficiency test. The two most common\nand widely accepted tests are the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) and\nthe Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). While the purpose of these exams is the\nsame, there are several key differences between them. This guide aims to provide Eldoret\nstudents with all the necessary information to make an informed decision about which test is\nright for them.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0acd5c1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0acd5c1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>An Overview of IELTS and TOEFL<\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1986d8b elementor-widget elementor-widget-creote-description-v1\" data-id=\"1986d8b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"creote-description-v1.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"description_box\" >\r\n    <p>TOEFL is a standardized test accepted by universities and institutions worldwide. It assesses an\nindividual's command of the English language in academic contexts. The exam is conducted by\nthe Education Testing Service (ETS), a US-based non-profit organization. There are two modes\nof the exam: Internet-Based Test (iBT) and Paper-Delivered Test.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d62e90b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"d62e90b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>What is TOEFL?<\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-30a1bfb elementor-widget elementor-widget-creote-description-v1\" data-id=\"30a1bfb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"creote-description-v1.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"description_box\" >\r\n    <p>Foresee the pain and trouble that are bound to ensue; and equal blame belongs to those who fail in their duty through weakness of will, which is the same as saying through shrinking from toil and pain. These cases are perfectly simple and easy to distinguish.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d222b37 elementor-widget elementor-widget-creote-description-v1\" data-id=\"d222b37\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"creote-description-v1.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"description_box\" >\r\n    <p>To take a trivial example, which of us ever undertakes laborious physical exercise, except to obtain some advantage from it? But who has any right to find fault with a man who chooses to enjoy a pleasure that has no annoying consequences, or one who avoids a pain that produces.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2123a36 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2123a36\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Key Differences<\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2e1bf54 elementor-widget elementor-widget-creote-description-v1\" data-id=\"2e1bf54\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"creote-description-v1.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"description_box\" >\r\n    <p>Scope: IELTS has a wider scope and is used for study abroad, occupational purposes, and\nimmigration, while TOEFL is primarily used for academic purposes.\nTypes: IELTS has two main variations - Academic and General Training, while TOEFL has no\nmajor variations.\nLocations Available: IELTS is available in over 140 countries at around 1,600 locations, while\nTOEFL has testing centers in more than 165 countries at over 4,500 locations.\nPopularity: IELTS is estimated to be taken by over 3.5 million candidates annually, while TOEFL\nis taken by over 2.3 million aspirants.\nInteraction with Examiner: IELTS includes a face-to-face speaking section with an examiner,\nwhile TOEFL is a computer-based exam with recorded speaking responses.\nScoring: IELTS is graded on a band system ranging from 1 to 9, while TOEFL is scored out of\n120 points.\nExam Duration: IELTS takes 2 hours and 45 minutes to complete, while TOEFL iBT lasts for 3\nhours.\nFrequency: TOEFL iBT is scheduled over 60 times a year, while IELTS can be taken up to once\na week.\nResult Declaration: TOEFL scores are available within 6-10 days, while IELTS test results are\nreleased within a week (online) or 13 days (offline).\nComparing the Nature of IELTS and TOEFL Exams\nBoth IELTS and TOEFL assess the same four areas of English language proficiency: Reading,\nListening, Writing, and Speaking. However, there are differences in the approach to assessment\nand the types of questions asked.\nIELTS Exam Pattern &amp; Syllabus\nIn the IELTS exam, students are required to pass four sections - Reading, Listening, Speaking,\nand Writing. The exam includes tasks such as reading passages and answering questions,\nlistening to audio recordings and answering questions, speaking on various topics, and writing\nessays. The duration of the exam is 2 hours and 45 minutes.\nTOEFL Exam Pattern &amp; Syllabus\nThe TOEFL exam also consists of four sections - Reading, Listening, Speaking, and Writing.\nStudents are tested on their ability to read and understand academic texts, listen to and\ncomprehend lectures and conversations, speak about familiar topics, and write essays. The\nduration of the exam is 3 hours.\nIELTS vs. TOEFL: Which Exam is Better for Eldoret Students?\nChoosing between IELTS and TOEFL depends on several factors. Here are some\nconsiderations for Eldoret students:\nAcceptance by Universities: Check the English proficiency requirements of the universities you\nare interested in. While both exams are widely accepted, some institutions may have a\npreference for one over the other.\nTest Format: Consider your comfort level with the exam format. If you prefer a computer-based\nexam with recorded speaking responses, TOEFL may be a better choice. If you prefer\nface-to-face interaction with an examiner, IELTS may be more suitable.\nTest Center Availability: Check the availability of test centers in Eldoret for both exams. Choose\nthe exam for which the test center is easily accessible and offers convenient test dates.\nCost: Compare the costs of both exams in Eldoret and consider your budget. Both exams\ngenerally cost around $200-$250, but prices may vary depending on the country.\nTest Preparation: Explore the availability of test preparation resources for both exams. Look for\nonline courses, practice tests, and study materials that can help you prepare effectively.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-inner-section elementor-element elementor-element-d23adc8 elementor-section-full_width elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"d23adc8\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-no\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-bddff04\" data-id=\"bddff04\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d0bee77 elementor-widget elementor-widget-creote-simple-image-box-v1\" data-id=\"d0bee77\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"creote-simple-image-box-v1.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"simple_image_boxes  parallax_cover\"   data-aos=\"fade-up\" data-aos-delay=\"0\"  data-aos-offset=\"0\" >\r\n   <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/themepanthers.com\/wp\/creote\/v-new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/single-post-gal-1.jpg\" class=\"simp_img cover-parallax\" alt=\"image\" \/>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-8c5bd3c\" data-id=\"8c5bd3c\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b58815d elementor-widget elementor-widget-creote-simple-image-box-v1\" data-id=\"b58815d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"creote-simple-image-box-v1.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"simple_image_boxes  parallax_cover\"   data-aos=\"fade-up\" data-aos-delay=\"0\"  data-aos-offset=\"0\" >\r\n   <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/themepanthers.com\/wp\/creote\/v-new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/blog-image-9.jpg\" class=\"simp_img cover-parallax\" alt=\"image\" \/>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2d23102 elementor-widget elementor-widget-creote-simple-image-box-v1\" data-id=\"2d23102\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"creote-simple-image-box-v1.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"simple_image_boxes  parallax_cover\"   data-aos=\"fade-up\" data-aos-delay=\"0\"  data-aos-offset=\"0\" >\r\n   <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/themepanthers.com\/wp\/creote\/v-new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/single-post-gal-2.jpg\" class=\"simp_img cover-parallax\" alt=\"image\" \/>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8d69c08 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8d69c08\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Conclusion<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-130c471 elementor-widget elementor-widget-creote-description-v1\" data-id=\"130c471\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"creote-description-v1.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"description_box\" >\r\n    <p>Choosing between IELTS and TOEFL is an important decision for Eldoret students planning to\nstudy abroad. Consider the acceptance criteria of universities, test format preferences, test\ncenter availability, cost, and available test preparation resources. By taking these factors into\naccount, you can make an informed choice and confidently pursue your academic goals abroad.\nRemember to check the official websites of IELTS and TOEFL for the most up-to-date\ninformation and resources.\nFor personalized guidance and assistance with the study abroad journey, Eldoret students can\nreach out to FiveStar Educational Consultants, a trusted education consultancy specializing in\nhelping students navigate the application process and make informed decisions.<\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How well this mistaken ideas off<br \/>\ndenouncing pleasure &#038; praisings will give you complete.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":6876,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[7],"tags":[20,21],"class_list":["post-340","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-education","tag-data","tag-efficiency"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"http:\/\/fivestar.or.ke\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/340","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"http:\/\/fivestar.or.ke\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"http:\/\/fivestar.or.ke\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/fivestar.or.ke\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/fivestar.or.ke\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=340"}],"version-history":[{"count":21,"href":"http:\/\/fivestar.or.ke\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/340\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":6877,"href":"http:\/\/fivestar.or.ke\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/340\/revisions\/6877"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/fivestar.or.ke\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/6876"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"http:\/\/fivestar.or.ke\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=340"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/fivestar.or.ke\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=340"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/fivestar.or.ke\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=340"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}