While the washback incurred in using standardized tests for language learning is controversial, i.e. negative or positive (Robb & Ercanbrack, 1999), the recurring divergence has contributed to studies addressing a more feasible way to combine authentic materials with test teaching. Phillips (2006) sought solutions for university English language instructors who wanted to aid students in improving their TOEIC listening scores, while maintaining a focus on the use of English in natural contexts in their listening and speaking classes. In line with this discussion of teaching TOEIC from a learner’s perspective, Miyamoto (2010) conducted similar research on a TOEIC preparation course in a Japanese college