PTE by the Numbers: Getting Intimate with the PTE Part 1

Your PTE training will be incomplete if you don’t get to familiarize yourself, intimately, with the PTE Test Format. Being knowledgeable of all the bits and pieces of the exam has its advantages. Knowing the test format will… Continue reading “PTE by the Numbers: Getting Intimate with the PTE Part 1”

PTE Review Center Tips: 3 TV Series You Need to See

Preparing for a life-changing exam like the PTE is serious business. Most test-takers will invest in a reputable PTE review center take classes to refresh their knowledge of grammar and boost their confidence to ace the exam. Continue reading “PTE Review Center Tips: 3 TV Series You Need to See”

PTE Online Review Package Tips: Using the Compare/Contrast Matrix

A graphic organizer is one of the most useful learning tools that most students used to boost their learning abilities. As a test taker enrolled in a PTE online review package, it is vital that you use a graphic organizer to manage your note properly. For instance, check out these simple note-taking tips on how to use the compare/contrast matrix. Continue reading “PTE Online Review Package Tips: Using the Compare/Contrast Matrix”

PTE Baguio Writing Tips: How to Use Prepositional Phrases

Writing an essay is one of the challenging tasks of the Pearson Test of English. This writing task requires you to construct a 200–300 word essay on a given topic. As a test taker enrolled in PTE Baguio, it is beneficial to look for different tips and techniques that can help develop your essay-writing skills and achieve a high band score in the PTE Writing Section. For instance, check out these writing tips on how to use prepositional phrases. Continue reading “PTE Baguio Writing Tips: How to Use Prepositional Phrases”

Learning About the PTE Academic Essay Scoring Guide

PTE Writing Sub-test: Essay

In this writing task, you are required to write an argumentative essay (200–300 words) in response to a prompt. You have 20 minutes to construct your response. The PTE Writing—Essay Task measures your ability to understand the main idea of a writing prompt and to construct a clear and concise essay about it.

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The Test Taker’s Guide to the Pearson Test Center Rules

Developing your four core communication (listening, reading, writing, and speaking) skills is one of the most important things that you must do to boost your PTE online training and ace the Pearson Test of English. Aside from developing your language skills, you also need to understand the rules and guidelines of the Pearson Test Center to be 100% PTE-ready.
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Pearson—Studyportals Partnership Announced

As the leading computer-based English language test trusted by thousands of universities and colleges around the world, Pearson announced a partnership with Studyportals, which will benefit all students worldwide taking the PTE online test.
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Pearson Test of English: Self-Care Tips for PTE Students

There is no shortage of articles about Pearson Test of English (PTE) online. Most talk about how to ace the four components of the exam, what to do (and not do) while reviewing, and other ways to make every second of your preparation period count.

Few articles talk about how to manage the stress and pressure that comes with preparing for a high-stakes test.

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PTE Training 101: the Listening Sub-test – Summarize Spoken Text

As a student attending PTE review classes, it is vital that you understand the instructions and guidelines of the components of the Pearson Test of English as it helps improve your PTE training and get a high score in the examination. For instance, one component of the Pearson Test of English that you must know is the listening sub-test.

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How to Enhance Your English While You’re On Vacation

It’s summer! And, your PTE test date is just around the corner. You’re knee-deep in your PTE training, and you can feel the stress and pressure slowly starting to overwhelm you. You really need to take a break. A vacation sounds great but you’re worried that you’d sabotage your chances of success if you let up on your PTE review.

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