The TOEFL writing section can be quite difficult if you are not
fully prepared. The writing section consists of the independent essay
and the integrated essay. For the independent essay you are given a
question where you have to express your opinion on a particular topic.
The integrated essay on the other hand includes reading, listening and
writing. First, you read a passage and then you listen to a sample on an
academic topic. These two samples will have opposing views. You must
summarize the listening sample and then explain how the reading and
listening samples differ. I will provide you with tips for both the
independent and integrated essays.
Independent Essay:
An organized independent essay flows from one thought to the next and clearly addresses the topic. The independent essay must be a minimum of 300 words, so I suggest using the five-paragraph essay format:
-Introduction: Introduce the topic to the reader and express your opinion. Briefly touch on what will be covered in the body paragraphs.
-Body Paragraph 1: Supporting detail #1 with examples
-Body Paragraph 2: Supporting detail #2 with examples
-Body Paragraph 3: Supporting detail #3 with examples
-Conclusion: The conclusion paragraph should restate your opinion and wrap up the essay.
Integrated Essay:
The integrated essay should be 150-225 words, so I would stick to a three-paragraph essay. Again, the integrated essay instructs you to read a passage and listen to a sample on an academic topic. Use the first paragraph to summarize the listening section. The second paragraph should be used to tell how the reading and listening samples differ. The two samples will have contrasting views and you must be able to clearly state the differences. The last paragraph will be used to conclude your essay, and simply restate the two opposing views.
General Tips for TOEFL Writing:
Transitions- Make sure to use transition words throughout your essay. Transition words include: first, second, furthermore, moreover, in addition, lastly, finally, additionally, etc.
Vocabulary- Prior to taking the test, you should build your vocabulary. You may want to keep a small notebook and categorize new words you learn. Try not to use words that you are unsure of when writing your essay; this may confuse the reader.
Grammar- Grammar should also be reviewed prior to the test. Important grammar concepts to review include: possessive nouns, contractions, plural vs. singular nouns, subject/verb agreement, verb forms, phrasal verbs, conjunctions, gerunds, and infinitives.
Independent Essay:
An organized independent essay flows from one thought to the next and clearly addresses the topic. The independent essay must be a minimum of 300 words, so I suggest using the five-paragraph essay format:
-Introduction: Introduce the topic to the reader and express your opinion. Briefly touch on what will be covered in the body paragraphs.
-Body Paragraph 1: Supporting detail #1 with examples
-Body Paragraph 2: Supporting detail #2 with examples
-Body Paragraph 3: Supporting detail #3 with examples
-Conclusion: The conclusion paragraph should restate your opinion and wrap up the essay.
Integrated Essay:
The integrated essay should be 150-225 words, so I would stick to a three-paragraph essay. Again, the integrated essay instructs you to read a passage and listen to a sample on an academic topic. Use the first paragraph to summarize the listening section. The second paragraph should be used to tell how the reading and listening samples differ. The two samples will have contrasting views and you must be able to clearly state the differences. The last paragraph will be used to conclude your essay, and simply restate the two opposing views.
General Tips for TOEFL Writing:
Transitions- Make sure to use transition words throughout your essay. Transition words include: first, second, furthermore, moreover, in addition, lastly, finally, additionally, etc.
Vocabulary- Prior to taking the test, you should build your vocabulary. You may want to keep a small notebook and categorize new words you learn. Try not to use words that you are unsure of when writing your essay; this may confuse the reader.
Grammar- Grammar should also be reviewed prior to the test. Important grammar concepts to review include: possessive nouns, contractions, plural vs. singular nouns, subject/verb agreement, verb forms, phrasal verbs, conjunctions, gerunds, and infinitives.
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