TOEFL TPO -1 Academic Discussion Writing Sample: Directions: Your professor is teaching a class on education. Write a post responding to the professor’s question. In your response you should: Express and support your personal opinion. Make a contribution to the discussion in your own words. An effective response will contain at least 100 words.
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Professor Dr. Achebe
Companies now make computer games designed to help very young children learn. The games are advertised for use by children aged 2 to 8 years and often involve basic math and reading skills, presented in a fun, game-like style. Some people say that this results in children spending too much time looking at computer screens. Do you think it’s a good idea for very young children to play educational computer games? Why or why not?
Student A Andrew
I think it’s completely inappropriate for children as young as 2 years old to play what are essentially video games. Even if the games are educational, the same skills can be taught in traditional ways—by reading books to children, for example. And it would be beneficial to interact with their parents in this way.
Student B Kelly
Considering how important computers are to human societies these days, I think it actually makes sense to allow very young children to explore them. And if the computer games that children play also give them early access to subject matter that will later be taught in school, all the better.
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In my opinion, I agree with Andrew's point of view that it's too young for kids aged two to eight years to learn from computers. In addition, I believe that computers will do harm to children's health. Especially these days, children just sit in front of their desk for almost whole day, which has no benefit for their health. In this case, many of them have a backache and it is bad for blood circulation. Their eyesight become so poor because the long time for watching books or screens. In this way, children should not use computers to learn for too long, they should go close to nature to do some sports in order to keep healthy. For example, my classmate refuse using any electric instruments to study, he thinks it is not good for him, but his grade is still better than most of other students. Therefore, it is a better choice for students to be far away with computers.
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1. 子项得分
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Relevance and Contribution to Discussion: 4.0
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Clarity and Elaboration of Viewpoint: 3.5
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Language Use and Grammar: 3.5
2. 预估分数
22. 3 任务完成度
这篇文章在回答问题方面做得不错,但仍有改进的空间。首先,你需要更详细地阐述你的观点,例如解释为什么电脑对孩子们的健康有害。此外,尝试提供更多具体的例子来支持你的观点。最后,在语法和词汇方面也需要加强。
示例1(改进前):In this way, children should not use computers to learn for too long, they should go close to nature to do some sports in order to keep healthy. 示例1(改进后):Therefore, limiting children's screen time and encouraging them to engage in outdoor activities will not only promote their physical health but also help them develop essential social skills.
示例2(改进前):For example, my classmate refuse using any electric instruments to study, he thinks it is not good for him, but his grade is still better than most of other students. 示例2(改进后):For instance, one of my classmates who avoids using electronic devices for studying purposes still manages to achieve higher grades than most of his peers, proving that traditional learning methods can be equally effective.
4. 文章结构与组织
整体而言,文章结构清晰,包括引言、正文和结论。然而,在段落划分和过渡方面仍有改进空间。建议使用更明确的过渡词和短语来连接不同的观点和段落。
建议1:在引言部分,可以更明确地表达你的观点,以便让读者一开始就了解你的立场。 示例(改进前):In my opinion, I agree with Andrew's point of view that it's too young for kids aged two to eight years to learn from computers. 示例(改进后):I firmly believe that children aged two to eight should not rely on computers for learning, as traditional methods can be more beneficial in various aspects.
建议2:在正文部分,尝试将每个主要观点放在一个单独的段落中,并使用过渡词来引导读者。 示例(改进前):In addition, I believe that computers will do harm to children's health. Especially these days, children just sit in front of their desk for almost whole day, which has no benefit for their health. 示例(改进后):Furthermore, excessive computer usage can negatively impact children's health. For instance, sitting in front of a screen for extended periods may lead to poor posture and eye strain.
5. 语法批改
In my opinion, I agree with Andrew's point of view that it's too young for kids aged two to eight years to learn from computers. In addition, I believe that computers will do harm to children's health. Especially these days, children just sit in front of their desk for almost whole day, which has no benefit for their health. In this case, many of them have a backache and, and(comma between independent clauses) it is bad for blood circulation. Their eyesight become so poor because the long time for watching books or screens. In this way, children should not use computers to learn for too long, they should go close to nature to do some sports in order to keep healthy. For example, my classmate refuse using any electric instruments to study, he thinks it is not good for him, but his grade is still better than most of other students. Therefore, it is a better choice for students to be far away with computers.
Section Title: 6 Article Revision
In my perspective, I concur with Andrew's stance that children between the ages of two and eight should not rely on computers for learning. Furthermore, I contend that excessive computer usage can negatively impact a child's health. Nowadays, many children spend the majority of their day seated in front of screens, which does little to promote their well-being. Consequently, issues such as backaches and poor blood circulation arise, along with deteriorating eyesight due to prolonged screen exposure. Thus, it is crucial for children to limit their computer usage and engage in outdoor activities to maintain a healthy lifestyle. For instance, a classmate of mine refrains from using electronic devices for studying, believing they are detrimental to his well-being; nevertheless, his academic performance surpasses that of many peers. As such, distancing oneself from computers proves to be a more favorable approach for students. (147 words)
In my opinion, perspective [Changed "opinion" to "perspective" for a more natural tone], I agree concur with Andrew's point stance [Changed "point of view view" to "stance" for better word choice] that it's too young children between the ages of two and eight should not rely on computers for kids aged two learning. Furthermore, I contend [Changed "believe" to eight years to learn from computers. In addition, I believe "contend" for a more assertive tone] that computers will do harm to children's excessive computer usage can negatively impact a child's health. Especially these days, Nowadays, many children just sit spend the majority of their day seated in front of screens, which does little to promote their desk well-being [Rephrased sentence for almost whole day, which has no benefit clarity and conciseness]. Consequently, issues such as backaches and poor blood circulation arise, along with deteriorating eyesight due to prolonged screen exposure [Rephrased sentence for their health. In this case, many of them have a backache and clarity]. Thus, it is bad crucial for blood circulation. Their eyesight become so poor because the long time children to limit their computer usage and engage in outdoor activities to maintain a healthy lifestyle [Rephrased sentence for watching books or screens. In this way, children should not use clarity]. For instance, a classmate of mine refrains from using electronic devices for studying, believing they are detrimental to his well-being; nevertheless, his academic performance surpasses that of many peers [Rephrased sentence for clarity]. As such, distancing oneself from computers proves to learn for too long, they should go close to nature to do some sports in order to keep healthy. For example, my classmate refuse using any electric instruments to study, he thinks it is not good for him, but his grade is still better than most of other students. Therefore, it is be a better choice more favorable approach for students to be far away with computers.[Rephrased sentence for conciseness].
Title: 8 思维导图
1. Introduction
- Agree with Andrew's stance
- Excessive computer usage negative impact
2. Health issues
- Backaches
- Poor blood circulation
- Deteriorating eyesight
3. Importance of limiting computer usage
- Engage in outdoor activities
- Maintain a healthy lifestyle
4. Example of a classmate
- Refrains from using electronic devices for studying
- Surpasses peers in academic performance
5. Conclusion
- Distancing oneself from computers is favorable for students.
Title: 9 关键词
| Word | Phonetic Symbol | Part of Speech | English Definition | Simplified Chinese Translation | Sample Sentence |
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| perspective | /pərˈspektɪv/ | noun | a particular attitude or way of considering something | 观点 | In my perspective, I concur with Andrew's stance. |
| excessive | /ɪkˈsesɪv/ | adjective | more than is necessary, normal, or desirable; immoderate | 过度的 | Excessive computer usage can negatively impact a child's health. |
| deteriorating | /dɪˈtɪriəreɪtɪŋ/ | adjective | becoming progressively worse | 恶化的 | Deteriorating eyesight is due to prolonged screen exposure. |
| crucial | /ˈkruːʃəl/ | adjective | decisive or critical, especially in the success or failure of something | 关键的 | It is crucial for children to limit their computer usage. |
| refrain | /rɪˈfreɪn/ | verb | stop oneself from doing something | 克制 | My classmate refrains from using electronic devices for studying. |
| detrimental | /ˌdetrɪˈmentl/ | adjective | tending to cause harm | 有害的 | He believes that electronic devices are detrimental to his well-being. |
| surpass | /sərˈpæs/ | verb | exceed; be greater than | 超过 | His academic performance surpasses that of many peers. |
| distancing | /ˈdɪstənsɪŋ/ | verb | make (someone or something) far off or remote in position or nature | 疏远 | Distancing oneself from computers proves to be a more favorable approach for students. |
| favorable | /ˈfeɪvərəbl/ | adjective | advantageous; giving a benefit or chance of success | _有利的 | As such, distancing oneself from computers proves to be a more favorable approach for students. |
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