Which is easier, the IELTS, TOEFL, or Duolingo?
IELTS, TOEFL, and Duolingo are named to gain and test language proficiency for non-native English speakers. Usually, you cannot compare the easier or tougher when the language you are learning is the same. None of the tests can change the rules and the grammar of the English language.
IELTS (International English Language Testing System)
IELTS has four modules Listening, Reading, Speaking, and Writing which are useful for study, work, or migration. It is widely accepted by various universities and countries across the globe.
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
TOEFL is similar to IELTS where the student studies the four modules for the purpose of study, work, or migration. This is preferred in the USA and accepted widely in the rest of the world as well.
Duolingo
Duolingo is an Educational Technology Company producing apps for learning and providing certifications. Some institutions in different countries accept their test scores while some do not consider them.
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Now when we are talking about an easy way to learn, the first most common answer is, it depends upon the pace and capability of the learner. Secondly, teaching methods of professional teachers, if you are planning to take coaching for the same, matters where teaching techniques can help you understand the topic in an easier way. I have been associated with MyStudia for a long time and I have seen the work pattern of our IELTS coaching department where teacher per-student ratio is quite low, so each teacher can pay attention to students in their batch, they have material designed focusing upon Academic or General IELTS for students and PR candidates of Canada, and they have special batches for test preparations when students have registered for tests. Now such facilities can improve the scores of students as they are fully prepared for the tests and they have enough support in case they have doubts.
Opinion of some students says that IELTS is comparatively easier than TOEFL while some online learners might prefer Duolingo over the other two as it is easy to learn. One benefit that Duolingo gives you is you do not have to go to the center for a test and you can take it online. Speaking of that, IELTS tests were also going online after the pandemic, however, it is not widespread yet.
Being an ex-teacher and study abroad professional, I would suggest you go through your educational and immigration requirements first, find out which test is needed or widely accepted, and check out the syllabus before starting to prepare. Prepare in the best possible way and appear to the test with confidence.
Wish you the best!
