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US sanctions leave Iranian students scrambling to take English exams abroad

US sanctions have suspended essential English proficiency exams within Iran. Many Iranian students now face significant financial burdens to take these tests abroad. The rial's depreciation and high inflation further complicate affordability for aspiring scholars. Officials condemn the sanctions, calling them an attack on all Iranian citizens. Students are exploring…

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One Year After Announcing Updates, TOEFL iBT® - The World's English Test - Celebrates Strong Global Adoption and Student Success

PRINCETON, N.J., June 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Following the January 21 launch of the enhanced TOEFL iBT test, TOEFL is continuing to expand "The World's English Test" through a series of global brand and student engagement initiatives designed to better connect with today's globally mobile learners while maintaining the rigor,…

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English review – funny and moving Pulitzer prize winner makes Broadway leap

Sanaz Toossi’s 2023 recipient makes an effortless transfer, focusing on Iranian students studying English, a play that brings both laughter and real emotion

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92% students of Classes III to V write TOEFL preparatory test in A.P.

TOEFL Preparatory Certification Test introduced in Andhra Pradesh government schools to enhance English language skills in students.

The Hindu

21 lakh govt. school students to write TOEFL on April 10 and 12

Department of School Education prepares for TOEFL exams in government schools, introduces bilingual textbooks and 'Future Skill' subject.

The Hindu

Officials told to make optimum use of digital infrastructure in govt. schools in Andhra Pradesh

School Education Principal Secretary Praveen Prakash on March 28 (Thursday) instructed the District Education Officers to ensure that digital infrastructure such as smart TVs, computers, Interactive Flat Panels, projectors and other devices were in good condition, in view of the TOEFL (Test of English as Foreign Language) scheduled to be…

The Hindu

District Education Officers told to ensure regular conduct of TOEFL classes in A.P. govt. schools

Principal Secretary directs government schools to conduct daily TOEFL classes for students' readiness certification by ETS and SCERT.

The Hindu

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Andhra Pradesh launches ‘Mentor a Student’ initiative to train students for TOEFL exam

Help students hone their English language skills with the "Mentor a Student" initiative launched by the Department of School Education.

The Hindu

TOEFL to be soon offered as personalised test based on individual backgrounds, requirements: ETS

The English language test TOEFL will soon be offered as a personalised test depending upon individual requirements as well as the test takers’ background

The Hindu

Education is a top priority for YSRCP govt., says Botcha Satyanarayana

YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) govt in AP prioritizes education; CM Jagan Mohan Reddy has launched schemes to ensure equal access. Education Dept has implemented reforms to ensure students' all-round dev. Digital classrooms, tabs, TOEFL training, ₹50,000 cr spent on welfare progs.

The Hindu

AI Detectors Discriminate Against Non-Native Speakers, Says Stanford Research

The AI detectors got it wrong more than half the time when evaluating writing from non-Native English-speaking students, recent research found.

Tech&Learning

Educationists call for strengthening of State-run educational institutions in Andhra Pradesh

New Education Policy-2020 encourages private universities, leading to students distancing from education due to exorbitant fees. State-run universities lack funds, and posts of teaching/non-teaching staff remain unfilled. 4.5 lakh students dropped out of govt. schools due to merger of primary schools with high schools. 30,000 teacher posts vacant in govt.…

The Hindu

Andhra Pradesh to introduce separate TOEFL class, exam for students of government schools

School Education Dept. to include period for TOEFL to upskill English-speaking skills of students in govt. schools. Classes will focus on listening & speaking. Byju's app to be used to strengthen knowledge base in science, social science & maths. MoU signed with US-based ETS to evaluate & certify English proficiency…

The Hindu

59% rise in TOEFL takers in India post-pandemic: ETS

Indians' interest in foreign shores rises: TOEFL test takers in India up 59% since travel resumed post-COVID. 12.3% of global test takers in 2022 were Indian, up from 7.5% the previous year. Canada's SDS programme now accepts TOEFL, likely to increase test takers from India. US & UK universities most…

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Fix Smart TVs in schools by December: YS Jagan Mohan Reddy tells officials

CM Jagan directs Ed Dept to distribute 2nd instalment of tabs to Class 8 students & teachers. Fix IFPs & smart TVs in classrooms by Dec. Provide broadband & complete syllabus to students. Allot 30 mins daily for TOEFL training. Introduce IB syllabus in phases. Ensure quality of food served…

The Hindu

Global Education Meet in Chennai on Saturday

Learners Cortex organises Global Education Meet 2023 on Aug 19 in Chennai. It offers direct interactions with international universities, discussions on post-study work options, VISA process, CPT & OPT in USA, and career pathways in other countries. Test instructors guide students in taking tests like GRE, GMAT, SAT, ACT, IELTS,…

The Hindu

AP govt. signs MoU with U.S.-based ETS for TOEFL training to students in State-run schools

The State government on Friday signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the US-based Educational Testing Service (ETS) to enable students of the State-run schools to improve their communication skills in English

The Hindu

Decks cleared for TOEFL training to students from Class 3 in government schools of Andhra Pradesh

The State Cabinet on Wednesday approved the proposal for permission to the School Education Department to enter into an agreement with the Educational Testing Services (ETS) for examination and certification of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) to assess English language skills of students from Class III…

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