Before the Test Day

Step 1: System Check

You must perform a System Check to make sure your computer and internet connection will allow you to complete the test on test day. If you fail the system check, please try to turn off other devices using your wi-fi connection to improve connectivity of your device during testing.

  1. Navigate to www.epntoeiconline.org. Click on Check Readiness

  2. Click Skip this Step.

  3. After you select Skip this Step the following screen will appear. Click Run System Check.

  4. Type in your First and Last Name and leave the Comments fields blank. Click Run Check. You will see the system check testing different functions needed to successfully administer the test.

  5. Once the check has finished running, review the results to ensure that you can run the secure browser.

Step 2: Download the TOEIC Secure Browser

  1. Navigate to www.epntoeiconline.org. Click on Download Secure Browser

  2. Click Skip this Step.

  3. Click Download. Click on the downloaded file to start with the installation

  4. When installation is complete, click OK. A shortcut to launch the audio browser will be added to your desktop.

    Confirm the icon below is on your desktop. Double click the icon to ensure the browser opens.

    You can close the screen by clicking Close in the upper right corner.

If any of the checks fail, please ensure that you meet minimum system requirements

  • Operating System: Windows 10 or MAC OS X or higher

  • Internet Browser: Internet Explorer 11 or Safari 9 or higher

  • Screen Resolution: 1366 X 768 (recommended)

If you meet all the requirements but still encounter errors during the install, file a report at https://bit.ly/toeiconlinetechreport

In order to participate in TOEFL ITP Remote Proctored session, you will need to complete the following steps on your computer:

BEFORE THE TEST DAY

  1. Download the Zoom® app - https://zoom.us/download

  2. Perform a System Check to ensure your computer meets the system requirements. You must use a computer for testing. Chromebooks are not compatible with Zoom for Remote Proctoring sessions. http://ets-ellonline.org/

  3. Download the secure browser to be able to take the test. http://ets-ellonline.org/

ON TEST DAY

Approximately 10‐15 minutes before your appointment time, review the policies in the meeting invitation email and prepare your testing environment.

  1. Prepare your Testing Location

  2. Before you enter the Zoom meeting, restart your computer. This will prevent unauthorized software from running in the background when you launch the test.

  3. You must use the computer and internet connection on which you performed the system checks. You can have only one computer monitor.

  4. You must test in a quiet, well‐lit, private location. Light source should not be behind you.

  5. Use a personal computer and network to take the exam. If you need to schedule time in advance to reserve a quiet space, please do so ahead of your appointment.

  6. Public locations such as coffee shops and computer labs are not permitted. Use of a private internet connection such as corporate networks, hotel networks or government connections will likely prohibit the use of the required technology due to the network's firewalls.

  7. Clear the area of notes, books, smart watches, tablets and any other items. Cell phones and other electronic devices must be removed from the area. Food and drinks are not permitted during testing.

  8. You may not leave your seat during the test administration.

MINIMUM SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

Operating System
Windows 10 for Windows Computers
MAC OS X or higher for MAC Computers

Internet Browser
Internet Explorer 11 for Windows
Safari 9 or later for MAC

Display
Minimum 14 inches Monitor with a minimum resolution of 1024 X 768

Stable internet connection

If you meet all the requirements but still encounter errors during the install, file a report at https://bit.ly/toeiconlinetechreport

TOEIC® Exam - Part 6 Error Recognition

Part 6 is divided into Error Recognition and Text completion.

You can watch our video explaining the Part 6 Text completion section of the TOEIC® exam.

In the error recognition section for the TOEIC® exam, you will be given a text with a blank space for every question related to that text. You will be given possible responses to best fill the blank space. You must choose which of the response would best complete the text.

Below is a sample question that you may encounter in the error recognition section:

 

Q. When the new mobile phone was launched, thousand customers rushed to the store

In this question:
A: When
B: was
C: thousand customers
D: rushed

The correct answer was: (c) thousand customers

 

TOEIC® Exam - Part 7 Reading Comprehension

Part 7 is divided into Reading Comprehension.

You can watch our video explaining the Part 7 Reading Comprehension section of the TOEIC® exam.

In the reading comprehension section for the TOEIC® exam, you will be given a text with a blank space for every question related to that text. You will be given possible responses to best fill the blank space. You must choose which of the response would best complete the text.

Below is a sample question that you may encounter in the reading comprehension section:

 

Q. What mode of transportation will John have to take to get to the hotel?

a) Airplane
b) Train
c) Car
d) Bus

 

The correct answer is (b) Train

 

TOEIC® Exam - Part 6 Text Completion

Part 6 is divided into Error Recognition and Text completion.

You can watch our video explaining the Part 6 Text completion section of the TOEIC® exam.

In the text completion section for the TOEIC® exam, you will be given a text with a blank space for every question related to that text. You will be given possible responses to best fill the blank space. You must choose which of the response would best complete the text.

Below is a sample question that you may encounter in the text completion section:

 

Dear Dr. Steve Carroll,

I would like to ____________ invite you to the 32nd International Business Administration conference (IBA), which will be held in Tokyo on October 8-10 this year.

(a) expedient (b) personally (c) truly (d) regarding

The correct answer was: (b) Personally