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Thank you very much for agreeing to complete this questionnaire. It will probably only take you about five to ten minutes to fill in, but your answers will help obtain valuable information with regards to the TOEFL as a measure of your English language proficiency. Before looking at the questions, please take a few moments to read the following information as it will help you to understand why this survey is being conducted and what you are expected to do.

Why Do an Attitudes Survey?
Your attitudes toward a test are proven to be very important as the way you perceive and accept a test affects your performance. Moreover, your perception and acceptance of a test, as test-takers, is important to test developers for future modifications as well as for its continued viability.

Is This A Test?
This survey is not a test. There are no right or wrong answers - you will only be asked to give your opinions about a range of subjects. This is only about your views, not your knowledge. Moreover, your participation in this study is completely voluntary. There are no foreseeable risks associated with this project. However, if you feel uncomfortable answering any questions, you can withdraw from the survey at any point. It is very important for us to learn your opinions.

What should you do?
All you have to do is check the box, which best fits your opinion concerning the statement. Please note your options below:

1. SA: STRONGLY AGREE
2. A: AGREE
3. Undecided: if you do not know whether you agree with the statement or not / do not understand the statement
4. D: DISAGREE
5. SD: STRONGLY DISAGREE

There is also one question, which asks about the amount of time you have spent to get prepared for the TOEFL. Check the box that applies to you.

Will Anyone Know Who I Am?
Your survey responses will be strictly confidential and data from this research will be reported only in the aggregate. Your information will be coded and will remain confidential. However, you will be asked to indicate your name and department just for any follow-up notifications.


Any Other Questions?
If you have questions at any time about the survey or the procedures, you may contact Addeh Hovassapian – Researcher at 094-876064 or by email at [email protected]
 
 
TOEFL Acceptance

These are statements about TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) in general.

Strongly Disagree Disagree Undecided Agree Strongly Agree
1. It is all right to give the same TOEFL to people from different countries.
2. The different types of questions in the TOEFL are good for testing the English skills needed in academic settings.
3. The TOEFL examines English skills I will never use.
4. A school or company can learn a lot about a person's English ability from the TOEFL score.
5. The TOEFL was difficult because I had to use a computer. (e.g. for reading/ listening/ writing)
6. My English skills are better than my TOEFL scores demonstrate.
7. The TOEFL tells how well people can use English in academic settings.
8. The English skills tested by TOEFL are different from the English needed in academic settings.
 
 
Acceptance of Admission Tests

These are statements about all test used for admission to universities (for example, TOEFL, GRE, GMAT).
Strongly Disagree Disagree Undecided Agree Strongly Agree
1. University admission tests do not include all the skills and abilities necessary for academic settings.
2. People who receive high scores on university admission tests will be successful in academic settings.
3. My scores on university admission test accurately demonstrate my skills and abilities.
4. University admission tests are a good way to learn about a person's skills and abilities.
 
 
Computer Attitude & Familiarity

These are statements about the computers in general and how familiar you are with them.

NOTE: PLEASE TRY TO ANSWER THESE STATEMENTS BASED ON YOUR EXPERIENCE BEFORE ENTERING AUA.

Strongly Disagree Disagree Undecided Agree Strongly Agree
1. I like to talk with other people about computers.
2. I understand why some people like to spend hours with computers.
3. I like to try new things on computers.
4. I try not to use computers if possible.
5. It is difficult for me to use a computer.
6. I like to use computers a lot.
7. I often use computers to write letters or papers in English.
8. I like to use a computer at home, school or work.
9. I like to use computers to make graphs, drawings, or presentations.
 
 
Test Anxiety

These are statements about all types of tests: tests for admission to universities and all other types of tests used by schools and employers.

Strongly Disagree Disagree Undecided Agree Strongly Agree
1. When I am taking a test, I often think how difficult the test is.
2. I become nervous just before I receive my test score.
3. When I am taking a test, I think the other people taking the test are smarter than me.
4. I worry before a test because I do not know what will be on the test.
5. I am nervous about tests.
6. When I am taking a test, I think about things I will do after the test.
7. I do not worry before I take an important test.
8. When I am taking a test, sometimes I think about being in a different place.
9. I do not get nervous, when I take a test.
10. When I take a test, I do not think what will happen if I get a low score.
 
 
Preparation

This statement is about the time you have spent to get prepared for TOEFL iBT exam. Check the box, which is right for you.
0 hours Less than 10 hours 10-40 hours More than 40 hours
1. About how many hours did you prepare for the internet-based TOEFL?
 
 
TOEFL iBT

These are statements about global evaluations of the TOEFL iBT sections.
Strongly Disagree Disagree Undecided Agree Strongly Agree
1. The TOEFL gave me a good opportunity to demonstrate my ability to read English. (Reading)
2. The TOEFL gave me a good opportunity to demonstrate my ability to understand spoken English (Listening)
 
3. The TOEFL gave me a good opportunity to demonstrate my ability to write in English (Writing)
4. The TOEFL gave me a good opportunity to demonstrate my ability to speak English” (Speaking)
 
 
Prediction

This is a statement about the predictive power of TOEFL iBT.

Strongly Disagree Disagree Undecided Agree Strongly Agree
1. Based on your own experience do you think the English language proficiency requirement measured by TOEFL iBT is a good predictor of your academic success?
 
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