PTE

Academic/Core

PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English), a computer based test designed to check English proficiency of those who wish to study abroad or migrate as an immigrant. This test checks the level of English Language in Reading, Writing, Listening & Speaking.

Questions often test 2 skills together, such as listening & reading or reading and speaking. The whole test is done in a single session, lasting 2 hours and is taken sitting at a computer in a secure test environment. The speaking part of the test is done on the computer. Your voice is recorded and sent for marking.

PTE Academic assesses real-life, academic content. During the test, the candidate hears excerpts from lectures and view graphs and charts. The candidate hears a range of accents in the test, from British and American to non-native speakers, in order to be exposed to the type of accents to be encountered in everyday life.

Candidates can schedule their tests as little as twenty-four hours in advance, sit a single two-hour test session and receive results within five business days.

PTE offers flexible test dates. Candidates can choose from test centres in more than 150 locations worldwide. The PTE exam is approved by the Canad,UK, New Zealand and Australian Governments. PTE exam is accepted by thousands of academic programmes, including Harvard, Yale and INSEAD.

Candidates can send their scores to as many institutions as they choose - there are no additional fees for extra score reports and you don't need to choose the institutions before taking the test.

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PTE Academic Test Format

Structure: PTE academic consists of three main parts. One receives a general introduction to the test and specific instructions about what to expect in each part of test.

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Speaking

Five item types appear in the speaking test of PTE academic. Total time to complete the speaking section of the test is approximately 30-35 minutes, depending upon the item types in a given test. Some of the item types are integrated and assess both speaking as well as the listening and reading skills as following:

  • Read aloud: In this task a text appears on screen. One has to read that text aloud. In this task two skills are assessed – Reading and Speaking. The limit of the text would be up to 60 words.
  • Repeat Sentence: After listening to a sentence, one has to repeat the sentence exactly as one heard it. In this item type two skills Listening and Speaking are assessed. Recording will be played for 3-9 seconds and 15 seconds will be given to respond to each item.
  • Describe Image: An image appears on the screen and that image is to be described in detail. Here only speaking is evaluated. 40 seconds would be given to respond.
  • Re-tell Lecture: After listening to or watching a lecture, one has to re-tell a lecture in own words. Here listening and speaking are evaluated. The length of the lecture can be up to 90 seconds and 40 seconds are given to answer.
  • Answer Short Question: After listening to a question, one has to answer a single word or few words. Listening and speaking both the skills are tested here. 10 seconds are given to answer the question.

Writing

The writing skills tested in PTE Academic include the following:

  • Writing for a purpose (to learn, to inform, to persuade)
  • Supporting an opinion with details, examples and explanations.

Two item types appear in the writing section. The total time to complete this section is 40, 50 or 60 minutes, depending on the combinations of items in a given test. You could be required to write two summaries and one essay (40 minutes), 3 summaries and one essay (50 minutes), or two summaries and two essays (60 minutes).

PTE Core

PTE Core stands as a comprehensive computer-based assessment evaluating your proficiency in speaking, writing, reading, and listening in English, all within a two-hour duration within a comfortable test center setting. Opting for PTE Core is advisable when seeking permanent residency or Canadian citizenship. It offers a streamlined and equitable evaluation process, recognized by the Canadian government (IRCC) for permanent residency applications across all economic classes. With its efficiency and reliability, PTE Core emerges as the preferred choice for individuals aiming for a smoother transition into Canadian residency or citizenship.

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PTE Core Test Format

Structure: PTE core consists of three main parts. One receives a general introduction to the test and specific instructions about what to expect in each part of test.

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FAQs

Q1: What is PTE (Pearson Test of English)?
A: It is a language proficiency test. It is a computer-based test and one is assessed on four skills of English Language listening, reading, writing, and speaking.
Q2: Who is PTE Academic for?
A: PTE Academic is suitable for those applying to high-level institutions or those needing a visa for immigration.
Q3: What is the difference between content of PTE Academic and PTE Core?
A: While both tests, PTE Core and PTE Academic, share similarities in their structure and duration of two hours, they diverge in their test objectives. The PTE Core test assesses conversational English proficiency for real-world, daily communication in the workplace or social settings and is popular for international recruitment. It supports accurate and accurate inferences to current skill levels on the global scale to empower businesses to attract highly proficient candidates. For instance, PTE Core, now as a result of feedback from test takers, will assess speaking, listening, reading and writing skills in a two-hour examination covering everyday scenarios including reading visuals in workplaces like charts, inferring results within meetings, dispelling myths around using foreign advertising, and other critical workplace scenarios.
Q4: What is the eligibility to take PTE test?
A: Anyone who has obtained a secondary educational background can take the PTE test.
Q5: When can I book my PTE test?
A: Test dates are available year-round, and can be booked by phone also 1 week before the test.
Q6: Where can I take my test?
A: The PTE test is held in various locations globally, it is easy to find a location closest to you.
Q7: When will I get the results?
A: The result can be received in 24 hours. The maximum time taken to announce the result is 5 working days. The test result is sent to each candidate via email.
Q8: How many Question types are there in the test?
A: There are more than 20 question types given in the test. In speaking 5, writing 2, listening 8-9, and reading 5- different question types are given. Questions are based on different aspects of understanding.

PTE @ Mind Maker

  • Orientation: As orientation is the route to success, so after enrollment, student is sent to orientation class where one is introduced to the PTE test format, skills and strategies needed to crack the language test, various question types, scoring and partial credits. This step makes the learner adopt right approaches for high scores in less time!
  • Teaching Methodology: A full day class, of 8 hrs., is provided daily from Monday to Friday. In regular speaking classes, intensive practice of all four skills is done. Vocabulary list of academic used topics of all iconic locations is shared. The list helps individuals to prepare effective write-ups to improve their speaking skills. Correct sentence formation techniques are taught for effective writing. Samples of answer writing of exams of national boards & universities is also shared.
  • Computer practice: Individual computers are provided in the lab for regular mock tests and reviewing the experience of the exam. Writing practice, practice for question type, is done in PTE lab. Regular mock tests are conducted for individual assessment.
  • Online – mock test: A mock test is conducted on every Saturday. Appropriate Feedback on the performance of students, is given to boost confidence and practice for PTE test format. Regular tests are held. Individual attention is provided. Students are guided to work on their weak areas and achieve better results.
  • Complementary Classes: For the desired progress of candidates, extra class for trying grammatical doubts is introduced. Extensive guidance is given by TESOL certified language trainers to clarify the grammatical doubts.
  • In House developed Study Material: The study material used in the classrooms and given for extra practice is developed in house by qualified and experienced trainers. Answer format, common word list and hints for various practice sessions. Exams based on PTE test conducted and evaluated after questions adjusted material is given.
  • Qualified Trainers: Person trained and experienced for teaching trains students for sitting in the PTE test. TESOL certified language trainers teach various language skills to learners.

Special benefits of getting training at Mind Maker

  • Full day (8 hrs.) and half day (5 hrs.) class (Monday to Friday)
  • Weekly Mock test / Level test
  • Special grammar class
  • Daily four module practice
  • Daily fluency/ vocabulary classes twice
  • In house developed updated Study Material
  • Daily writing and speaking samples
  • Daily reading and listening vocabulary handouts
  • Speaking practice session of approx. 2 hrs. daily
  • Access to unlimited Reading and Listening practice tests
  • Daily four module practice
  • IDP trained and certified faculty
  • TESOL certified language trainers
  • Highly Conducive and Disciplined environment for learners

High-Tech Computer LAB

Mind Maker boosts of two large computers labs equipped with latest computer systems. Which are linked with lease line internet connection. Uninterrupted power supply to these labs ensures continuous teaching and learning process. Each students gets individual computers for practice.

  • Smart Board
  • Overhead Projectors
  • Contemporary audio visual system
  • Advanced Computers
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