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In this research the researcher used qualitative method. The participant in this research was the eight semester students of English department of FKIP UK Toraja. They were chosen by purposive sample tecnique. The instrument was interview. Then, the data were analyzed by descriptively. From the result of the research that has been done, the researcher concludes that students of English department of FKIP UKI Toraja have difficulties when they faced TOEFL preparation on listening section. There are some difficulties are: didn’ t get the point about the conversation, difficult conclude the vocabulary with a variety words, can’ t figure it out what native speaker said, lack knowledge about idiom, only focus with one word that make students difficult to understand about it and didn’ t pay attention to the conversation.  \nKeywords: difficulties, listening, TOEFL Preparation  \nThe Difficulties Experienced by The Eight Semester Students in The TOEFL Listening Section  \nIntroduction  \nIn order to determine one's level of English proficiency, the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is one of the most popular options in Indonesia. The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is designed to evaluate the level of English proficiency of those whose native tongue is not English, as stated by Jamieson (2000: 59) . In today's competitive job market, a high TOEFL score is essential. This is evident from the standards set by colleges and universities around the globe. Add Indonesia to the list of countries requiring a minimum TOEFL score for graduation.  \nThe Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) has become a challenge for certain students because it is often used as a proxy for evaluating the level of English proficiency among recent college and university grads. In order to graduate from the English Department, students must take both a comprehension test and the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) . The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) was selected since it is the most recognized standardization exam for students of English in countries like Indonesia. Lack of vocabulary knowledge, test-talking techniques, and language skills are all possible reasons why students don't do well on the TOEFL. In this vein, Mahmud (2014:19) argues that students' lack of foundational English skills, exam preparation, study motivation, and individual differences (such as age and socioeconomic status) were the main causes of their TOEFL test scores falling below the minimum passing threshold.  \nSkillful listening, according to Russel in Hasyuni(2006:8), entails taking in information while maintaining focus and showing gratitude for what was heard. Then, you'll need to draw on a variety of linguistic abilities—not just listening—when engaging in this exercise. The ability to listen can refer either to paying attention or to actually hearing what is being said. However, hearing and listening are not the same thing. The act of hearing is largely passive and occurs automatically. It is possible to listen to music without paying attention to it. However, when we listen, our minds do not instantly grasp the meaning of the words. Deciphering the intent and message of sounds or wor","cbCainy3mYPy8MJC","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCainy3mYPy8MJC","pdf",286597,"English","# Introduction\n# Method\n# Results and Discussion","[{\"question\":\"What is the study’s objective regarding TOEFL listening preparation?\",\"answer\":\"The research aims to identify the difficulties eight-semester students at UKI Toraja face in the TOEFL listening section during preparation.\"},{\"question\":\"What research method and data collection technique were used?\",\"answer\":\"The study applies a qualitative method, using purposive sampling and interviews as the instrument for collecting data.\"},{\"question\":\"What difficulties do students encounter in TOEFL listening?\",\"answer\":\"Students have trouble understanding the conversation’s main point, connecting vocabulary with varied words, interpreting what native speakers say, knowing idioms, over-focusing on single words, and not paying enough attention to the conversation.\"}]","The Difficulties Experienced by The Eight Semester Students in The TOEFL Listening Section | PDF",1790894265,15]