Learning more about the TOEFL and IELTS: A WebQuest for EFL

Congratulations! You now know a lot about the TOEFL and IELTS language proficiency tests, and have also learned a lot of other useful things while you were doing research about these important tests. Here are some of the things you have learned by now:

ü You’ve learned a lot about using computers!

ü You’ve learned a lot about using the Internet!

ü You’ve become experienced in doing a web search!

ü You’ve learned a lot about how to use MS-Word!

ü You’ve learned how useful group work can be!

ü You’ve learned a lot about the TOEFL and IELTS!

ü You’ve improved your reading skills, such as skimming, scanning, and critical reading!

ü You’ve improved your writing skills, such as grammar, organization, and coherence!

ü You’ve improved your research skills!

ü You’ve learned how to write a report and cite sources!

ü You’ve learned how to relate your learning experience to a real-life situation!

ü And more!

Further activities for you to try out:

§ Write a letter to the head of your educational institution/organization, asking her/him to add your institution/organization to the list of places that recognize the test your class has chosen. Give your reasons for this request.

§ Try out the link below, and have fun with the activity (created by the author using XWord Generator)! See how much you have learned about the TOEFL and IELTS!

http://www.edict.com.hk/xwordData/XWord24453.htm

Click here to learn about the author of this WebQuest!

GSL520: Computer-Assisted Language Learning

Instructor: Christine Bauer-Ramazani

Saint Michael's College