Is it true that there's no additional sketch paper provided at the paper-based GRE test? And is a paper-based test so much worse than a computer one?
I have not taken the Paper GRE Test but I have an idea how the test is structured and scored. However, I would not be surprised if there is just the same amount of sketch paper for both tests. The GRE test is designed and proctored in a manner that ensures fairness among its test takers.The paper test just has the same standard as the computer based test. The difference is in the sections level of difficulty.The computer based test works on a section adaptive algorithm. Your performance on one section determines the difficulty level of the next section.On the paper test, it is quite different. The test is more balanced.The scoring method is more favorable in the Computer based test than the Paper based test. This is understandable considering the flexibility involved in the computer based test.For more tips and information on Graduate School Admissions, follow our social media pagesGraduate Admissions HelpDeskAdmissionsHelp (@GradAdmHelp) | Twitter
Which test would be easier: IELTS or PTE (Pearson Test Of English)?
I believe PTE is easier and hence I gave this exam. Also, I am more comfortable with computers than humans. A person judging my English or any skills make me bit uncomfortable and I start to stutter/stammer.Also, I believe PTE to be more fair and true test of English. There are 71 questions in PTE Academic in 20 formats divided into 4 sections. PTE computing engine evaluates everyone equally and fairly irrespective of your dressing sense, ethnicity, age or physical appearance as it is algorithm based unlike humans in IELTS evaluating (read ‘judging’) you, based on preconceived notions arising from your attire, body language and facial expressions.Also, there are rumours that as IELTS is humans based (humans need far more resources than computers and hence they charge salary), British Council (parent organization of IELTS) have low profits due to salary and other management costs. Hence, to generate more profits, they play with test-takers money. Most of the people, have taken IELTS at least 2 times. I do not claim or support these rumours, in my belief tests are conducted fairly but the theory does make sense atleast economically.Logically, try giving PTE first and not the other way around. Taking IELTS will waste a lot of time too. You won’t get an appointment immediately and on the examination day, your almost whole day will be gone.Most importantly, it is easier to score in PTE Academic. 65+ in PTE is equivalent to 7.0 in IELTS. Trust me 65+ is fairly easy with 7 days of practice and learning and practice. Follow these 2 answersAshish Jain (आशीष जैन)'s answer to What is the best way to prepare for PTE (Pearson Test in English)?Ashish Jain (आशीष जैन)'s answer to How can I improve my 'Enabling skills' score in 'PTE Academic'?and you will secure 70+ at least, if you are at IELTS 6.0 level.If you are at IELTS 7.5 level, trust me with right techniques which is mentioned in above 2 answers, you can very easily get 79+ in PTE Academic.Below, I am giving some general differences between: PTE Academic, IELTS & TOEFL iBTThe differences in test format of PTE Academic, IELTS & TOEFL iBTScores comparison between PTE Academic, IELTS and TOEFL iBTGood Luck !!
Which is the best test for the USA, IELTS or TOEFL?
Both of the exams are for measuring the proficiency of the candidates in all of the four modules - Listening, Writing, Speaking and Reading. And both of them are equally most sought after tests for English testing.The minimum acceptable score for most of the university in USA for graduate program is 79. For toefl score 79 out of 120 is accepted by 95% of the universities in USA. So this itself says its quite easy compare to IELTS. Rest one needs to look at the content and structure of the exam vis-i-vis ones potential. As far as ILETS is concerned, IELTS minimum requirement is 6 out of 9 for speaking, specifically and 6 bands overall. We can further compare it -IELTS:It is for the entry in UK, Canada, Australia and New Zealand Universities. And accepted by 1350 US Universities.Type of English is being tested here is British English.Four modules- Listening, Reading and speaking and Oral test with human rater.Paper based or computer based depends upon country.Only few question are multiple choice.Test center are less compare to TOEFL.About 1350 Universities accepts ILETS in USA.TOEFL:Specifically for USA, Canada and for others English speaking countries as well.Type of English is American English.All of the fours modules are tested - Listening, speaking, reading and writing. No face to face interaction.It is internet based, computer based, and paper based as well.More than IELTS center.More than 3000 USA universities accepts TOEFL score.