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A Quick Guide to TOEFL Scores for Students Considering TOEFL Preparation Courses
If you want to study at an English-speaking school, then you will soon hear about the TOEFL iBT test. The TOEFL measures your English proficiency at the university level, and evaluates your read...
Read MoreUnderstanding the Importance of Idioms in English Language Learning
An idiom is a phrase or saying that is commonly used in everyday English to express certain ideas or opinions. Understanding English idioms is important because they require a deeper familiarity...
Read More4 Common Grammar Mistakes that English Language Courses Can Help You Avoid
When it comes to learning a new language, grammar is an essential part of understanding how it works. The English language can be complicated to learn, but as with any other language, it has certain g...
Read MoreTOEFL Preparation: Get One Step Closer to Studying in America
The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is one standardized test that non-native English speakers can use to demonstrate their language proficiency. The TOEFL is accepted by more than ...
Read MoreImproving Your English with Private Lessons
Classroom instruction is an important component of learning English, but private lessons give students opportunities to delve deeper into their language practice outside of the traditional cla...
Read MoreWhat to Know About Applying to College
In addition to studying for your TOEFL exam, there are many other things you have to consider before applying to a college in the U.S. Because there are so many different schools of all sizes and ...
Read MorePreparing for a Job Interview
It’s normal to be nervous before a job interview, but with a little bit of preparation, you can walk into the room with the confidence you need to impress your future employer. One of th...
Read MoreWatch Teacher Chris Gross's TED Talk!
This talk was given at a local TEDx event by ASC English School teacher Christoper Gross. In the Kyrgyz Republic, it is possible to kidnap a woman and make her your bride. While the Kyrgyz p...
Read MoreHelpful Tools for International Students Learning English
When it comes to learning English, practice is the key. However, many international students are initially reluctant to start conversations with teachers and classmates because they are insecure a...
Read MoreImproving Your Communication Skills
When it comes to boosting your English communication skills, practice makes perfect. While you’ll get plenty of chances to practice English in your ESL classroom, you’ll make even more p...
Read MoreGet Involved: Upcoming Volunteer Activities in Boston
In addition to our ESL and TOEFL prep classes, one of the biggest advantages of ASC English is our Boston location. There are tons of opportunities for students to take advantage of in this thrivi...
Read MoreWhat to Expect from the TOEFL Test
For students who speak English as a second language, the TOEFL test is an important part of demonstrating language proficiency. To ease your stress about the test, it helps to know what to...
Read MoreA Look at Hidden Costs for International College Students
Many ESL students at ASC English in Boston are building language skills so that they can be successful at U.S. universities. In addition to preparing students to succeed on TOEFL tests and in the ...
Read MoreImproving Your Spoken English through Better Grammar
ESL classes are ideal for people who wish to improve their English skills for school, business, or personal interactions. When studying English, learning grammar is a necessity, but you may benefi...
Read MorePractice Your English Every Day
Even when you’re not in the classroom, you can—and should!—find other ways to practice your English skills. People who can speak, read, and write English fluently are able to do so because they ...
Read MoreTips for Applying to College
Once you make a shortlist of colleges you’d like to attend, it’s time to start applying. If you are learning English as a second language, there are some special steps you must take to make your a...
Read MoreOne Student's ASC Success Story
Since 1993, ASC English has been proud to provide support and educational services to foreign individuals in the Boston area. We understand the challenges international students face when emba...
Read MoreAnswers to Your Questions About IELTS
The iBT TOEFL exam is the gold standard for international students who wish to demonstrate their English skills and gain access to universities in English-speaking countries. However, ESL students...
Read MoreGet to Know Boston, the Heart of New England
Many international students interested in taking ESL classes choose Boston as their destination because it offers a dynamic, exciting learning environment. Boston has a large, diverse population...
Read MoreA Look at ASC's University Partnerships
Here at ASC English in Boston, our dedicated English teachers and administration are firmly committed to helping our students reach their academic and personal goals. Our English school has forged...
Read MoreTips for Effective Studying
Students who complement their ESL classwork with regular study sessions are more likely to reach their target scores on the iBT TOEFL exam. Get the most out of your study session by sele...
Read MoreGetting Ready for the IELTS [INFOGRAPHIC]
English is often considered to be the language of education and business across the world. If you are living in the U.S., but English is not your first language, taking ESL classes in Boston...
Read MoreWhat You Need on the Day of the TOEFL Exam
When you register for the TOEFL exam, it’s important to thoroughly review all the information available on the registration website. You’ll learn about important requirements, such as arrivi...
Read MoreCreative Ways of Practicing Your English Skills
There are countless ways of practicing your English skills outside of your ESL class. Consider asking your ESL teacher for suggestions. He or she might recommend changing the language settings o...
Read MoreDebunking Myths About Standardized Test Taking
If you are an ESL student studying for the iBT TOEFL exam, acquiring new vocabulary words, improving your conversation skills, and mastering the rules of grammar are certainly helpful. However, your...
Read More3 Tips for Mastering the TOEFL Exam
There are countless ways to prepare for the iBT TOEFL exam. You should learn about the basic format of the test and what you can expect at the testing center, and you should take plenty of practice ...
Read MoreID Document Requirements for Taking the TOEFL
Studying for the TOEFL exam and taking practice tests aren’t the only ways to prepare for it. ESL students should also make sure they bring everything required to the testing center. Test takers ar...
Read MoreReasons to Learn English as a Second Language
It takes plenty of hard work to master a second language. Even after you take the time to build your vocabulary and master the rules of grammar, you’ll need to spend countless hours practicing your ...
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