TOEFL TPO -1 Academic Discussion Writing Sample: write a post responding to the professore's question. you should express and supprot your opinion,make a contriburion to the discussion in your own words.An effective response will contain at least 100 words.
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Professor
today we are going to talk about grading criteria in classes.Some teachers take students' effort in class into account,and may give students good grades or scores even they have not done well in assignments or tests;other teachers give good grades only to students who have performed well in assignments and tests.Which approach do you think is better:assessing students based only on their performance, or also based on their effort?
Student A
I believe grading shall primarily be based on students; performance,but hard efort should also be considered.students lear something from their hard work even if they do nnot score so well in tests,which will be benefit them in their future life.
Student B
well,only performance should be considered.it is the only fair solution.why should those who submit incorrect answers on their homwork get the same score as I do?The so-called hard work is not relevant.
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In my opinion, grading shall also focus on students’ effort since they can learn something beneficial from ther hard work even if they don’t perform well in tests. To be more specific, students can be motivated to spend more time on those difficult subjets like mathematics and history, though they are hard to learn. By spending extral time and effort, they are able to grain more knowledge and understand the rules and concepts better. For example, I am short with mathematics and always loose my confidence on it. Sometimes my score after working hard is not different from the one I pay no attention to. If I were graded only by tests, I will soon turn to other subjets that are more easy and interest though they may not so useful. Still,some will claim that it is unfait for those who do well in tests. Ironically, most of those who can get a high score also work hard after class, which means their grades actually as high as they deserve.
Evaluation Result
1. 子项得分
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Relevance and Contribution to Discussion: 4.5
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Clarity and Elaboration of Viewpoint: 4.0
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Language Use and Grammar: 3.5
2. 预估分数
25. 3 任务完成度
整体来说,你的文章回答了教授的问题,并表达了自己的观点。但是,有一些地方可以改进。首先,在语言使用和语法方面,你的文章有一些小错误和不太地道的表达。其次,在论述观点时,可以尝试提供更多具体的例子和细节来支持你的观点。
示例1(改进语言使用): 原文:In my opinion, grading shall also focus on students’ effort since they can learn something beneficial from ther hard work even if they don’t perform well in tests. 修改后:In my opinion, grading should also focus on students' effort because they can learn valuable lessons from their hard work, even if they don't perform well in tests.
示例2(增加论述细节): 原文:By spending extral time and effort, they are able to grain more knowledge and understand the rules and concepts better. 修改后:By spending extra time and effort, students can gain a deeper understanding of the subject matter, allowing them to grasp complex rules and concepts more effectively.
4. 文章结构与组织
你的文章结构基本清晰,包括引言、正文和结论。然而,在组织上还有一些可以改进的地方。首先,可以在段落之间加入更明确的过渡句,使文章更连贯。其次,可以在正文部分进一步细化论点,使文章更有说服力。
示例1(增加过渡句): 原文:To be more specific, students can be motivated to spend more time on those difficult subjets like mathematics and history, though they are hard to learn. 修改后:To be more specific, when effort is considered in grading, students can be motivated to spend more time on difficult subjects like mathematics and history, despite their challenges.
示例2(细化论点): 原文:If I were graded only by tests, I will soon turn to other subjets that are more easy and interest though they may not so useful. 修改后:If I were graded only by tests, I might be discouraged from putting effort into challenging subjects like mathematics and instead focus on easier subjects that may not be as beneficial for my overall education.
5. 语法批改
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To be more specific, students can be motivated to spend more time on those difficult subjetssubjects(misspelling) like mathematics and history, though they are hard to learn. By spending extralextra(misspelling) time and effort, they are able to grain more knowledge and understand the rules and concepts better.
For example, I am short with mathematics and always looselose(loose (lose)) my confidence on it. Sometimes my score after working hard is not different from the one I pay no attention to. If I were graded only by tests, I will soon turn to other subjetssubjects(misspelling) that are more easy and interest though they may not so useful.
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Title: 6 文章修订
In my opinion, grading should take into account both students' effort and performance, as hard work can lead to valuable learning experiences even if test results are not exceptional. Specifically, students may be motivated to invest more time and energy in challenging subjects such as mathematics and history. By dedicating extra effort, they can acquire a deeper understanding of the rules and concepts involved.
For instance, I have always struggled with mathematics and often lose confidence in my abilities. Sometimes my score after working diligently is not significantly different from when I neglect the subject. If I were graded solely on test performance, I would likely shift my focus to easier subjects that may not be as beneficial in the long run.
However, some argue that considering effort in grading is unfair to those who excel in tests. Interestingly enough, most high-achieving students also invest considerable time and energy into their studies outside of class. Consequently, their grades accurately reflect their dedication and accomplishments.
In conclusion, a balanced approach that considers both effort and performance in grading will encourage students to persevere through challenging subjects while still rewarding those who excel academically. (195 words)
In my opinion, grading should take into account both students' effort and performance (1. Changed "grading shall also focus on students’ effort" to "grading should take into account both students' effort since they and performance" for clarity and natural tone), as hard work can lead to valuable learning experiences even if test results are not exceptional (2. Changed "they can learn something beneficial from ther hard work even if they don’t perform well in tests. ¶ To tests" to "hard work can lead to valuable learning experiences even if test results are not exceptional" for better flow and readability). Specifically, students may be motivated to invest more specific, students time and energy in challenging subjects such as mathematics and history (3. Changed "students can be motivated to spend more time on those difficult subjets like mathematics and history, though they are hard to learn. learn" to "students may be motivated to invest more time and energy in challenging subjects such as mathematics and history" for a more concise sentence). By dedicating extra effort, they can acquire a deeper understanding of the rules and concepts involved (4. Changed "By spending extral time and effort, they are able to grain more knowledge and understand the rules and concepts better. better" to "By dedicating extra effort, they can acquire a deeper understanding of the rules and concepts involved" for better word choice).
For example, I instance, I have always struggled with mathematics and often lose confidence in my abilities (5. Changed "I am short with mathematics and always loose my confidence on it. it" to "I have always struggled with mathematics and often lose confidence in my abilities" for clarity). Sometimes my score after working diligently is not significantly different from when I neglect the subject (6. Changed "Sometimes my score after working hard is not different from the one I pay no attention to. to" to "Sometimes my score after working diligently is not significantly different from when I neglect the subject" for better flow). If I were graded solely on test performance, I would likely shift my focus to easier subjects that may not be as beneficial in the long run (7. Changed "If I were graded only by tests, I will soon turn to other subjets that are more easy and interest though they may not so useful. useful" to "If I were graded solely on test performance, I would likely shift my focus to easier subjects that may not be as beneficial in the long run" for clarity and natural tone).
Still,some will claim However, some argue that it considering effort in grading is unfair to those who excel in tests (8. Changed "it is unfait for those who do well in tests. Ironically, tests" to "considering effort in grading is unfair to those who excel in tests" for better word choice). Interestingly enough, most high-achieving students also invest considerable time and energy into their studies outside of class (9. Changed "most of those who can get a high score also work hard after class, which class" to "most high-achieving students also invest considerable time and energy into their studies outside of class" for clarity). Consequently, their grades accurately reflect their dedication and accomplishments (10. Changed "which means their grades actually as high as they deserve.deserve" to "Consequently, their grades accurately reflect their dedication and accomplishments" for better flow).
In conclusion, a balanced approach that considers both effort and performance in grading will encourage students to persevere through challenging subjects while still rewarding those who excel academically (11. Added a concluding sentence for completeness).
Title: 8 思维导图
1. Introduction
- Grading based on effort and performance
- Motivation for challenging subjects
2. Personal experience
- Struggle with mathematics
- Confidence issues
- Focus on easier subjects if graded solely on performance
3. Counterargument
- Unfair to high-achieving students
- High achievers also invest time and energy in studies
4. Conclusion
- Balanced approach for grading
- Encourage perseverance in challenging subjects
- Reward academic excellence
Title: 9 关键词
| Word | Phonetic Symbol | Part of Speech | English Definition | Simplified Chinese Translation | Sample Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grading | /ˈɡreɪdɪŋ/ | Noun | The process of evaluating student work | 评分 | Grading should take into account both effort and performance. |
| Motivation | /ˌmoʊtɪˈveɪʃən/ | Noun | The reason or reasons for acting a certain way | 动机 | Students may be motivated to invest more time in challenging subjects. |
| Dedication | /ˌdɛdɪˈkeɪʃən/ | Noun | The quality of being committed to a task or purpose | 奉献 | Their grades accurately reflect their dedication and accomplishments. |
| Perseverance | /pərˌsɛvəˈræns/ | Noun | -Persistence in doing something despite difficulty or delay in achieving success | -坚持不懈 | A balanced approach will encourage students to persevere through challenging subjects. |
| Academically | /ˌækəˈdɛmɪkəli/ | Adverb | In a way that relates to education and scholarship | 学术上 | Reward those who excel academically. |
| Confidence | /ˈkɒnfɪdəns/ | Noun | -The feeling or belief that one can rely on someone or something; firm trust | -信心 | I often lose confidence in my abilities. |
| Counterargument | /ˈkaʊntərˌɑrɡjumənt/ | Noun | -An argument or set of reasons put forward to oppose an idea or theory developed in another argument | -反驳论点 | Some argue that considering effort in grading is unfair to those who excel in tests. |
| Challenging | /ˈʧælənʤɪŋ/ | Adjective | -Testing one's abilities; demanding | -具有挑战性的 | Mathematics and history are challenging subjects for many students. |
| Exceptional | /ɪkˈsɛpʃənəl/ | Adjective | -Unusual; not typical | -非凡的 | Hard work can lead to valuable learning experiences even if test results are not exceptional. |
| Accomplishments | /əˈkʌmplɪʃmənts/ | Noun | -Something that has been achieved successfully | -成就 | Their grades accurately reflect their dedication and accomplishments. |
How Academic Discussion Is Scored
The TOEFL Academic Discussion task is evaluated based on the official ETS scoring rubric. AI evaluation analyzes each response across multiple dimensions.
Relevance & Contribution
Does the response address the question and contribute meaningfully to the discussion?
Language Use
Grammar accuracy, vocabulary range, and sentence structure quality.
Development & Support
Are ideas well-developed with specific examples and clear reasoning?
Common Patterns Across Responses
Based on analysis of user submissions for this task, here are common patterns observed in student responses.
Many students provide clear opinions but lack specific supporting examples.
Strong responses directly reference the reading passage and other speakers' viewpoints.
Higher-scoring responses use varied sentence structures and academic vocabulary.
Time management is a key factor — responses that feel rushed tend to score lower on development.
Learning Tips
Read the prompt carefully and identify all parts of the question before writing.
Reference the reading passage and the other students' opinions in your response.
Use specific examples to support your main point — avoid generic statements.
Aim for 120-150 words. Longer responses are not always better; clarity and focus matter more.
Practice timed responses (10 minutes) to build fluency under exam conditions.
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