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TOEFL Academic Discussion Writing Sample: Your professor is teaching a class on economics. Write a post responding to the professor's question. In your response you should do the following. · Express and support your opinion. · Make a contribution to the discussion in your own words. An effective response will contain at least 100 words.

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Task Overview

Professor

Doctor Smith In today's discussion, we've covered how consumers these days are constantly bombarded with information from various channels that shape their preferences and decision making. Now let's look at a more specific example. When it comes to making purchasing decisions, individuals have access to a wide range of information sources. Many opt to seek guidance from their parents or close friends, valuing their insights and experiences. On the other hand, some individuals prefer to rely on internet suggestions to aid their choices. Which approach do you prefer? Why?

Student A

Amy Seeking guidance from parents or close friends would probably be my first choice because they often have our best interests at heart and can offer insights based on their personal experiences. Their advice might be more tailored to our individual preferences and circumstances, and their recommendations may be more trustworthy since they know us well.

Student B

Rory I would choose the second option because online reviews, recommendations, and product comparisons can provide a broader perspective on various options. This approach allows us to research extensively, read about other people's experiences, and potentially discover products or solutions that we might not have considered otherwise.

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User Sample

Amy presents a convincing argument in favor of seeking guidance from their parents or close friends. Admittedly, gain suggestions from parents or close friends is an excellent means to promote decision making efficient. However, considering the parent’s and close friends’ advices might be subjectivity, i am inclined to prioritize rely on internet suggestions to aid my choices. In my view, according to the internet suggestions to purchasing can enhance correctness of decisions. A website among large number of data, serving as a platform for purchasing, not only provides variety purchasing experience but also offers pictures which posted by different customers with different body shape. For example, as requirement of purchasing Clothes on the internet have been increasing, people who bought this kind of t-shirt are able to post picture about wearing it. Different people have different effect of wearing same t-shirt. Depending on their skin color or height. Customers can find which is close to their own body shape and promote the experience of purchasing. Therefore, i firmly believe that get suggestions through internet, will substantially improve purchasing efficiency and strengthen our feeling of shopping.

Evaluation Result

1. 子项得分

Relevance and Contribution to Discussion: 4.5 Clarity and Elaboration of Viewpoint: 4.0 Language Use and Grammar: 3.5

2. 预估分数

25. 3 任务完成度

这篇文章在任务完成度方面表现良好,但仍有改进的空间。首先,文章在表达观点时使用了一些不太准确的词汇,例如“promote decision making efficient”和“strengthen our feeling of shopping”。建议在表达观点时更加注意词汇的准确性。其次,在支持观点时可以提供更多具体的例子和细节,以增强说服力。

示例1(改进词汇准确性): 原文:Admittedly, gain suggestions from parents or close friends is an excellent means to promote decision making efficient. 修改后:Admittedly, seeking advice from parents or close friends is an excellent way to make more informed decisions.

示例2(提供更多具体例子和细节): 原文:A website among large number of data, serving as a platform for purchasing, not only provides variety purchasing experience but also offers pictures which posted by different customers with different body shape. 修改后:A website with a vast amount of data serves as a platform for purchasing, providing various shopping experiences and offering pictures posted by customers with different body shapes, allowing potential buyers to see how the product looks on people similar to themselves.

4. 文章结构与组织

文章结构方面,整体上是清晰的,包括引言、主体和结论。然而,文章在段落划分和过渡方面可以做得更好。建议在每个段落中专注于一个具体的观点,并使用明确的过渡词汇来连接不同的想法和段落。

示例1(段落划分): 原文:In my view, according to the internet suggestions to purchasing can enhance correctness of decisions. A website among large number of data, serving as a platform for purchasing, not only provides variety purchasing experience but also offers pictures which posted by different customers with different body shape. 修改后: In my view, relying on internet suggestions for purchasing can enhance the accuracy of decisions. One reason is that websites with a large amount of data serve as platforms for purchasing, providing various shopping experiences and offering pictures posted by customers with different body shapes.

示例2(使用过渡词汇): 原文:For example, as requirement of purchasing Clothes on the internet have been increasing, people who bought this kind of t-shirt are able to post picture about wearing it. 修改后: For instance, with the growing demand for purchasing clothes online, people who have bought a particular t-shirt can post pictures of themselves wearing it, allowing potential buyers to see how it looks on various body types.

5. 语法批改

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Section Title: 6 Article Revision

Amy makes a compelling case for seeking guidance from parents or close friends when making purchasing decisions. While it is true that advice from loved ones can be invaluable and tailored to our individual needs, I believe that relying on internet suggestions offers a more comprehensive approach to informed decision-making. Utilizing online resources allows us to access a wealth of information, gain insights from diverse perspectives, and ultimately make more accurate choices.

For instance, many e-commerce platforms provide extensive product details, customer reviews, and images that showcase how items look on people with different body shapes and sizes. As the demand for online shopping continues to grow, these platforms enable customers to make informed decisions based on the experiences of others who have purchased the same products. By comparing various options and considering factors such as personal preferences and individual circumstances, we can enhance our overall shopping experience.

In conclusion, while seeking advice from parents or close friends has its merits, I firmly believe that leveraging internet suggestions can significantly improve purchasing efficiency and satisfaction. (180 words)

Revised essay: Section Title: 7 Article Revision

Amy presents makes a convincing argument in favor of compelling case (revised for clarity and formality) for seeking guidance from their parents or close friends. Admittedly, gain suggestions from parents or close friends when making purchasing decisions. While it is an excellent means to promote decision making efficient. However, considering the parent’s and close friends’ advices might true that advice from loved ones can be subjectivity, i am inclined to prioritize rely invaluable and tailored to our individual needs, I believe that relying on internet suggestions to aid my choices. In my view, according to the internet suggestions to purchasing can enhance correctness offers a more comprehensive approach (revised for clarity) to informed decision-making. Utilizing online resources allows us to access a wealth of decisions. A website among large number of data, serving as a platform for purchasing, not only provides variety purchasing experience but also offers pictures which posted by different customers information, gain insights from diverse perspectives, and ultimately make more accurate choices (revised for clarity and conciseness).

For instance, many e-commerce platforms provide extensive product details, customer reviews, and images that showcase how items look on people with different body shape. For example, as requirement of purchasing Clothes shapes and sizes (revised for clarity). As the demand for online shopping continues to grow (revised for better flow), these platforms enable customers to make informed decisions based on the internet experiences of others who have been increasing, people who bought this kind of t-shirt are able to post picture about wearing it. Different people have different effect of wearing purchased the same t-shirt. Depending on their skin color products. By comparing various options and considering factors such as personal preferences and individual circumstances (revised for clarity), we can enhance our overall shopping experience.

In conclusion, while seeking advice from parents or height. Customers can find which is close to their own body shape and promote the experience of purchasing. Therefore, i friends has its merits (revised for better flow), I firmly believe that get leveraging internet suggestions through internet, will substantially can significantly improve purchasing efficiency and strengthen our feeling of shopping.satisfaction (revised for clarity).

Title: 8 思维导图


1. Introduction
   - Importance of informed decision-making
   - Comparing advice from loved ones vs. internet suggestions

2. Online resources
   - Access to a wealth of information
   - Diverse perspectives

3. E-commerce platforms
   - Product details, customer reviews, and images
   - Informed decisions based on others' experiences

4. Personal preferences and individual circumstances
   - Comparing various options
   - Enhancing the overall shopping experience

5. Conclusion
   - Merits of advice from parents or close friends
   - Advantages of leveraging internet suggestions for purchasing decisions

Title: 9 关键词

WordPhonetic SymbolPart of SpeechEnglish DefinitionSimplified Chinese TranslationSample Sentence
compelling/kəmˈpɛlɪŋ/adjectiveevoking interest or attention in a powerfully irresistible way引人注目的Amy makes a compelling case for seeking guidance from parents or close friends when making purchasing decisions.
invaluable/ɪnˈvæljʊəbəl/adjectiveextremely useful; indispensable无价的Advice from loved ones can be invaluable and tailored to our individual needs.
comprehensive/ˌkɒmprɪˈhɛnsɪv/adjectivecomplete; including all or nearly all elements or aspects全面的Relying on internet suggestions offers a more comprehensive approach to informed decision-making.
e-commerce/ˈiːˌkɒmɜrs/nouncommercial transactions conducted electronically on the internet电子商务Many e-commerce platforms provide extensive product details, customer reviews, and images.
demand/dɪˈmænd/nounthe desire of consumers for a particular product or service需求As the demand for online shopping continues to grow, these platforms enable customers to make informed decisions.
preferences/prɪˈfɛrəns/nouna greater liking for one alternative over another or others偏好By considering factors such as personal preferences and individual circumstances, we can enhance our overall shopping experience.
efficiency/ɪˈfɪʃənsi/nounthe state or quality of being efficient; accomplishing something with minimal wasted effort or expense效率Leveraging internet suggestions can significantly improve purchasing efficiency and satisfaction.
diverse/daɪˈvɜrs/adjectiveshowing a great deal of variety; very different多样的- Utilizing online resources allows us to access a wealth of information and gain insights from diverse perspectives.
leveraging/ˈlɛvərɪdʒ/- verb- use (something) to maximum advantage- 利用- In conclusion, while seeking advice from parents or close friends has its merits, I firmly believe that leveraging internet suggestions can significantly improve purchasing efficiency and satisfaction.

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

1

Read the prompt carefully and identify all parts of the question before writing.

2

Reference the reading passage and the other students' opinions in your response.

3

Use specific examples to support your main point — avoid generic statements.

4

Aim for 120-150 words. Longer responses are not always better; clarity and focus matter more.

5

Practice timed responses (10 minutes) to build fluency under exam conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the TOEFL Academic Discussion task?
The TOEFL Academic Discussion task requires you to contribute to an online classroom discussion. You'll read a professor's question and other students' responses, then write your own post expressing and supporting your opinion in about 10 minutes.
How is the Academic Discussion task scored?
The task is scored on a scale of 0-5 based on relevance to the discussion, quality of language use (grammar, vocabulary, sentence structure), and how well you develop and support your ideas with specific examples and reasoning.
What are the user samples on this page?
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How long should my Academic Discussion response be?
Aim for 120-150 words. The task gives you 10 minutes to write your response. Focus on clarity, supporting your opinion with specific examples, and referencing the discussion context rather than writing a longer response.

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