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(2023) . Exploring Students' Difficulties in TOEFL Listening: UKI Toraja's English Education Program. ENGLISH FRANCA : Academic Journal of English Language and Education, 7(2) . doi:[http://dx.doi.org/10.29240/ef.v7i2.8065](http://dx.doi.org/10.29240/ef.v7i2.8065)  \nAbstract. The aim of this research was to identify the challenges encountered by students while engaging with TOEFL Preparation Tests within the English Study Program at FKIP UKI TORAJA. The participants in this study consisted of 12 students from the 8th semester of the English Department at FKIP UKI Toraja. The research employed a descriptive qualitative method and collected data through interviews. The data was then analyzed using three main stages: the data reduction, data display, and drawing conclusions. After analyzing and discussing the findings, it can be concluded that 8th semester English Department students at UKI Toraja encounter various difficulties when listening to TOEFL Preparation tests, which can be categorized into three main areas. Each category presents different challenges. Regarding the comprehension of listening materials, students face difficulties with complex grammatical structures, understanding every word in spoken discourse, interpreting the meaning of lengthy spoken texts, and encountering unfamiliar vocabulary. Additionally, students encounter difficulties related to listening itself, including anxiety, deducing the meaning of unknown words, lack of concentration, unclear pronunciation, difficulty with retention, losing focus, and listening without transcripts. Furthermore, students also face obstacles related to the physical setting, such as poor-quality cassettes or discs, inadequate equipment, and background noise.  \nKeywords: Analysis, Difficulties, Listening, TOEFL, Test  \nIntroduction  \nEnglish, being an international language, holds immense importance in today's era of globalization. According to (Hessel & Strand, 2023) Proficiency in English has become a fundamental requirement for effective communication in various fields such as trade, transportation, technology, and tourism. To assess someone's English proficiency, the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is widely used. In Indonesia, several renowned universities make the TOEFL test mandatory for admission and also for thesis or dissertation exams. Additionally, companies utilize it as a prerequisite for job applications and promotions. As stated by (Gu et al. , 2015) , TOEFL serves as a standardized assessment globally, including in Indonesia, to evaluate individuals' English language skills for higher education.  \nAmong the different language skills, listening plays a pivotal role in gaining knowledge, comprehending the world around us, (Stephan & Pathak, 2016) developing ideals and values, and appreciating various aspects of life. In this age of mass communication where oral interactions are dominant, effective and critical listening skills are increasingly vital. (Gil Fernández et al. , 2021) A significant aspect of the listening process is comprehension, especially when answering listening tests. It involves understanding spoken language, encompassing individual words, speech sounds, and overall meaning.  \nArticle info:  \n[http://","cbCaichtPnA4jDXW","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaichtPnA4jDXW","pdf",703401,14,"English","# Abstract\n# Introduction\n# Theoretical Framework","[{\"question\":\"What was the aim of the research?\",\"answer\":\"The research aimed to identify the challenges students experience while engaging with TOEFL preparation tests in the English Study Program at FKIP UKI Toraja.\"},{\"question\":\"How was the study conducted and analyzed?\",\"answer\":\"The study used a descriptive qualitative method with interviews. 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