he CET-8 have found that their English proficiency is still far from SATisfactory, and they often struggle to communicate effectively with native speakers. While they may have memorized Shakespearean sonnets and Bacon's essays, they still tend to rely on Chinese thinking patterns to understand what native speakers are saying, and then translate their responses back into English.This is where the
IELTS and TOEFL stand out. These two tests are based on practical usage of English and require test-takers to use English in a more natural way. They test not only vocabulary and grammar, but also the ability to use English in different contexts. For example, the IELTS test includes a variety of accents and dialects, so test-takers need to be able to understand and respond to different English sp
eakers. The TOEFL test is similar in that it requires test-takers to use English in academic settings and in different communicative contexts.In daily life and in the workplace, the ability to use English effectively is critical. For instance, writing effective emails, communicating with clients in business settings, and making formal presentations all require a high level of English proficiency
. The IELTS and TOEFL tests prepare students for these real-world situations.Although the IELTS and TOEFL tests are often compared and contrasted, they are both highly recognized by universities and employers worldwide. Many top universities in the United States, including all of the Ivy League schools, accept IELTS scores. In addition, more than 98% of universities in the United Kingdom accept
