Atlanta English Institute - TOEFL Tips for The Writing

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There are two tasks in the TOEFL Writing section. The first writing task is an integrated task: you will have to listen to a lecture and read a passage. You must then write a summary of both passages.

The second writing task is an independent essay. You have to write an essay of at least 300 words on a given topic. You will have to write on the topic you are given. No choice is available. TOEFL iBT is a computerized test. You have to type both essays on a computer. If you do not know typewriting well, you must practice on a keyboard before your test.

You can cut, copy and paste as you type your essays, but remember that the computer will not check your spelling or grammar. That means you have to do your homework. Learn the spellings of all words you tend to misspell.

 

General writing strategies

The TOEFL writing section has two tasks. It takes about 50 minutes. Here are a few tips for success on the Writing section.

Organize your thoughts first

Do not start writing as soon the section begins. Instead, use one or two minutes for organizing your ideas. This is very important, because few people are capable of organizing their thoughts in their mind as they write. As a result they will have to edit more.

By organizing your ideas in the beginning itself, you will get an outline for your essay. Once you have got the outline ready, you only need to develop the ideas into paragraphs. However, do not spend more than 2 or 3 minutes on an outline. Remember that you will not get any marks for the outline
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Use familiar vocabulary

Some students try to impress the examiner with complex vocabulary. You must not try this stunt if you are not familiar with these words. Of course, you have to use academic words in your essay. However, they needn't necessarily be obscure.

 

AEI Affiliations / Memberships

In an effort to provide a more excellent and up-to-date learning experience, the Atlanta English Institute is proud to be a member of both TESOL, GaTESOL and SETESOL.

 

TESOL (Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages)

TESOL, an association of English language educators, is a national, independent professional organization established in 1966. The organization was created to bring together teachers and administrators at all educational levels with an interest in teaching English to speakers of other languages (ESOL). TESOL provides a coordinated, knowledgeable response at the international, national, and local levels to issues affecting institutions that foster the development of effective human communications.

TESOL's mission is to ensure excellence in English language teaching to speakers of other languages.

For further information: www.tesol.org

GaTESOL (Georgia Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages)

GaTESOL is a state-wide association of educators of English language educators.

For further information: www.gatesol.org

SETESOL (Southeast Region Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages)

SETESOL is an affiliation of seven southern state TESOL organizations and sponsors an annual SETESOL conference. AEI regularly participates in, and has presented at, the SETESOL annual conferences.

English USA (AAIEP)

EnglishUSA is the largest professional association of intensive English programs in the United States with over 350 accredited member programs. It offers a wealth of resources for students who are interested in studying English in the United States, as well as IEP professionals looking for the most-up-to-date information about the field. All EnglishUSA member programs meet the highest standards for quality education and professional integrity.

For further information: http://www.englishusa.org/

Education USA

EducationUSA is a network of hundreds of advising centers in 170 countries, where millions of international students each year find accurate, comprehensive, and current information about how to apply to accredited U.S. colleges and universities. The EducationUSA network is supported by the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Education and Cultural Affairs(ECA), which strives to foster mutual understanding between the people of the United States and the people of other countries.

For further information: http://www.educationusa.info/

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