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    The document provides information about the TOEFL writing section. It discusses the two parts of the writing section - integrated writing and independent writing. For integrated writing, test takers read a passage and listen to a related lecture before writing an essay in 20 minutes. For independent writing, test takers have 30 minutes to write a 4-5 paragraph essay in response to a single question. The document also provides sample questions and discusses the importance of clarity, structure, and effectively conveying ideas in the essays. It outlines the key elements of an introduction, body, and conclusion for independent writing tasks.

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    The document provides information about the TOEFL writing section. It discusses the two parts of the writing section - integrated writing and independent writing. For integrated writing, test takers read a passage and listen to a related lecture before writing an essay in 20 minutes. For independent writing, test takers have 30 minutes to write a 4-5 paragraph essay in response to a single question. The document also provides sample questions and discusses the importance of clarity, structure, and effectively conveying ideas in the essays. It outlines the key elements of an introduction, body, and conclusion for independent writing tasks.

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    TOEFL (writing) :
    week 1 – introduction to
    TOEFL writing
    ‫دـ افغانستان پرانیستی پوهنتون‬
    ‫پوهنتون آزاد افغانستان‬
    Afghanistan Open University (AOU)

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    Mariam Hamid
    Proud Afghan

    Born in Berlin Germany, currently residing in

    Sydney Australia.

    Completed Bachelors of Health Science and

    Sociology and Masters in Occupational therapy at

    the University of Sydney

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    Objectives

    Understand the format and requirements of the TOEFL writing section


    Learn strategies for planning and organizing an essay
    Practice writing an essay under timed conditions

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    Test of English as a Foreign Language


    Title
    Exam (TOEFL)
    • Last section of the exam – total of 50 minutes
    • Writing is divided into 2 parts
    1. Integrated writing (20 minutes): Read a passage (3 minutes), listen to a
    related lecture (2 minutes) and you write and essay (20 minutes)
    Key skills: summarising, active note taking, creating persuasive argument with
    evidence.
    2. Independent writing (30 minutes): 4-5 paragraph essay (about 300 -350
    words) responding to a single question
    Key skills: plan an essay structure, have a thesis
    • The most important thing is clarity and effectively to convey ideas and
    arguments.

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    Independent writing task rubric

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    Independent writing task: (30 minutes)

    1.Some people believe that the best way to learn a new language is to immerse oneself in a country where the
    language is spoken. Others believe that language classes in one's home country are just as effective. Which
    do you agree with and why?
    2.Do you agree or disagree with the statement that technology has made the world a better place to live? Use
    specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
    3.Some people believe that it is better to live in a small town, while others think that living in a big city is
    preferable. Which do you agree with and why?

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    Discuss writing/ Let’s give some feedback

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    Title
    Essay structure:

    Introduction – answer the question! Make your thesis statement clear. This is not a

    detective novel, we don’t need mystery

    Body: present your evidence to support your thesis statement

    Conclusion - no new ideas, reword what you have already stated. Reaffirm your thesis

    statement

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    Integrated writing task

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    With lots of respect


    Teaching Department of (AOU)
    Prepared by : Mariam Hamid

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    With lots of respect


    Teaching Department of (AOU)
    Prepared by : Mariam Hamid

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