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\n[http://kampungjurnal.org/index.php/JPN/index](http://kampungjurnal.org/index.php/JPN/index)  \n33  \n\n| Socialization on Toefl Listening: Benefits and Strategies for Students at SMA Negeri 3 Pematangsiantar\u003Cbr>Eksaulina Simanjuntak 1, Indah Peronika Siahaan 2, Imeliana Saragih 3, Diana Dian Sari Tampubolon 4, Putri Anastasia Silalahi 5, Risma Novalina Sagala 6, Yanti Kristina Sinaga 7*, Sudung Simatupang 8, Junita Batubara 9\u003Cbr>1,2,3,4,5,6,7 Department of English Education, Universitas HKBP Nommensen Pematangsiantar Jl. Sangnawaluh No.4, Siopat Suhu, Kec. Siantar Tim., Kota Pematang Siantar, Sumatera Utara 21136 , Indonesia\u003Cbr>8 Department of Management, Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Ekonomi Sultan Agung\u003Cbr>Jl. Surabaya No. 19, Sukaraja, Pematangsiantar, Indonesia\u003Cbr>9 Department of Music, Universitas HKBP Nommensen\u003Cbr>Jl. Sutomo No.4A, Perintis, Kec. Medan Tim., Kota Medan, Sumatera Utara 20235, Indonesia |  |\n| --- | --- |\n| Article Info\u003Cbr>Article history:\u003Cbr>Received October 22, 2025 Revised November 17, 2025 Accepted December 23, 2025\u003Cbr>Keywords:\u003Cbr>TOEFL Listening, Student Motivation, Listening Strategies\u003Cbr>Corresponding Author: | This community-based outreach program was conducted to improve Grade XI students’ awareness, skills, and motivation in preparing for the TOEFL Listening section at SMA Negeri 3 Pematangsiantar. As English language proficiency becomes an increasingly essential requirement for global education and career advancement, early exposure to international standardized tests such as TOEFL is critical. The program introduced students to the structure and function of the TOEFL, including its different types (iBT, ITP, and Prediction) and the specific challenges of the Listening section. Students were trained to use effective strategies such as focusing on the final line in dialogues, identifying synonymous phrases in questions and answers, and avoiding traps based on similar sounds. The implementation included interactive presentations, real-time simulations using Google Forms, and guided listening activities with authentic audio. Students participated actively and demonstrated improved engagement, comprehension, and test readiness. The feedback phase indicated that students gained a clearer understanding of TOEFL Listening tasks and increased confidence in approaching listeningbased questions. The combination of strategy-based instruction, digital simulations, and supportive discussion helped students overcome initial anxiety and performance gaps. As a result, this outreach initiative successfully equipped students with practical listening tools, increased their motivation to practice independently, and laid the foundation for future TOEFL preparation. 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