TOEFL iBT - Speaking Questions Instructional Tips.pptx

Teaches how to answer the speaking questions in TOEFL.

1. TOEFL iBT - Speaking Content and Assessment

2. Title of Persuasive Speech [Use the exact title from the title slide.] Tip: Keep background details concise, the audience will not focus on the speech and the PowerPoint if there is too much text. Background Information [type detail #1 here] [type detail #2 here] [type detail #3 here] [type detail #4 here] [type detail #5 here] [Use this space to place an image that best captures the main idea of the speech]

3. [Speaking Section] You have four different tasks, and you will be given either 45 or 60 seconds to answer each one. In August 2019 the “ personal preference ” and “ campus situation ” questions were removed from the test. [ Personal Choice ] [ Campus Announcement ] [ General To Specific ] [  Academic Lecture ]

4. In the Speaking section, only item 1 of the 4 tasks may have accented (British, Australian,…etc.)speech

5. How is my speaking assessed?

6. Three aspects of evaluation Delivery Language Use Topic Development

7. Delivery

8. Language Use

9. Topic Development

10. [Agree/Disagree] [Paired Choice] [Good Idea] 15 seconds to prepare topics to speak about with no readings or listening 45 seconds to speak [Speaking Task #Q1: Personal Choice] Independent speaking question

11. Speaking #1 Structure [ Main Point (pick one) ]: “I agree with the idea that/ I think it is better to” [ Transition (optional) ]: “I feel this way for two reasons.” [ First Reason ]: “First…” + “For example…” (and a personal example) [ Second Reason ]: “Second…” + “To be more specific…”

12. [Agree/Disagree] [This is the most common style (50 %)] [You are given a statement (usually a single sentence) and asked whether you agree or disagree with it] “State whether you agree or disagree with the following statement. Then explain your reasons using specific details in your argument. Teachers should assign daily homework to students.” “Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Children should help their parents with household chores as soon as they are old enough. Use details and examples in your response.”

13. [Paired Choice] [In this style of questions, you choose from two opposing opinions.] “There are many different approaches to academic studies, and all of them have specific benefits. Do you prefer to study for tests in a group, or to study alone? Include details and examples to support your explanation.” “Some people like to watch television news programs every day, while others like to watch them only now and then. Which do you prefer? Include details and examples to support your explanation.”

14. [Good Idea] In this new style a choice or situation is described. You should state if you think it is a good idea. Some companies have rules that forbid employees from using personal cell phones during working hours. Do you think this is a good idea? Why or why not? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer. Nowadays, some people use extreme methods, including surgery, to change their appearance. They do this because they want to look more attractive. Do you think this is a good idea? Support your answer with details and examples.

15. Tips and Tricks Avoid Repeating Words. Vary your vocabulary as much as possible. Use discourse phrases like “as a result,” “consequently,” “moreover,” and “therefore” to link ideas. Use a mix of simple and compound sentences. Don’t copy from the prompt, especially at the beginning. Avoid using idioms. They just lead to trouble.

16. Tips and Tricks

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18. You will read a short campus announcement , an article in a campus newspaper, or a letter published in a campus newspaper. It will describe some change that is happening, or it will propose some change.  There will be two reasons that explain why the change will be made. [Speaking Task #Q2: Campus

19. Next, you’ll listen to 2 students talking about what you read. One will agree OR disagree with the change, or (rarely) have a mixed opinion. He/she will give two reasons for their support or opposition . These reasons will address the reasons for the change mentioned in the reading. You will be asked to summarize the reading and listening. You will have 30 seconds to prepare , and 60 seconds to speak . [Speaking Task #2: Campus

20. The Reading 100 words. 45 seconds to read & take notes. The changes are usually related to: Buildings on a campus Classes and majors at a university Transportation on a campus Extra-Curricular activities on a campus (sports, clubs, etc ) [Speaking Task #2: Campus

21. The Listening 1.5 - 2 minutes long. Always Between a man and a woman. Then you prepare (30 secs), You cannot see the reading while you prepare . [Speaking Task #2: Campus

22. Question Prompt [The woman expresses her opinion of the university’s plan. State her opinion and the reasons she gives for holding that opinion.] [Speaking Task #2: Campus

23. Speaking #2 Structure [ Reading Main Point ]: “According to the announcement/ article/ letter…” [ Reasons from Reading ]: “This is because ___ and ___.” [ Transition ]: “The man/woman (does not) support(s) this change.” [ First Reason ]: “To begin with, he/she points out that…” [ Second Reason ]: “Moreover, he/she argues that…”

24. Tips and Tricks Link ideas by using discourse phrases like “as a result,” “consequently,” “moreover,” and “therefore.” Spend about 10-13 seconds talking about the reading… at most. Remember that most of your score is based on the listening part. If you are a slow speaker, don’t mention the reasons for the change. Create compound sentences using conjunctions (FANBOYS)

25. Sample Question Directions: State University plans to build a new auditorium. Read an article about the plan in the campus newspaper. You have 45 seconds to read the article. Begin reading now.”

26. you will read a short ( 100 words ) article on an academic topic. You will have 45 seconds to read it. Next, you will listen to a short lecture about the same topic. The lecture will illustrate it using either one or two examples. summarize the reading and lecture (30 Seconds prep. 60 seconds speak) [Speaking Task #3: General to Specific

27. The Reading The reading is usually about a specific term or concept. It usually has a clear title and about five sentences that define the term and give some basic details: Biology/Animals – 60% Business/Marketing – 20% Psychology/Learning – 10% Art/History/Literature – 10% [Speaking Task #3: General to Specific

28. The Listening 1.5 - 2 minutes long. Most of it will consist of one or two examples that demonstrate the term or idea. It could be an example from the personal life of the speaker. If there is just one example, listen for two parts (like cause/effect or before/after ). [Speaking Task #3: General to Specific

29. Question Prompt Describe what (concept/term) is, and how the professor’s example illustrates this idea. Describe how the example of the (concept/term) illustrates the concept of ____. Explain the concept of _____ using the examples of ____ and ____ given in the lecture. Using the examples from the lecture, explain the concept of ______. [Speaking Task #3: Campus

30. Speaking #3 Structure [ Stating the Term or Idea ]: “The reading is about (TERM/ CONCEPT )” [ some d etail from the Reading ]: “It states that…” [ Transition ]: “The professor elaborates on this by providing an(two) example(s).” [ First Example ]: “To begin with, he/she mentions that…” [ Second Example ]: “Moreover, he/she argues that…”

31. Tips and Tricks Link ideas by using discourse phrases like “as a result,” “consequently,” “moreover,” and “therefore.” Spend about 10-13 seconds talking about the reading… at most. Remember that most of your score is based on the listening summary. If you are a slow speaker, don’t mention “ some d etail from the Reading.” Paraphrase and create compound sentences using conjunctions (FANBOYS)

32. Sample Question Directions: Read a passage about revealing coloration from a biology textbook. You have 45 seconds to read the passage. Begin reading now.

33. Sample Answer

34. First, you will listen to a lecture that is 1.5 to 2 minutes long. It will be about some academic term , concept or process . After it finishes, you will be asked a specific question that requires you to mostly summarize the lecture. You will be given 20 seconds to prepare , and 60 seconds to speak. [Speaking Task #4: Academic Lecture

35. The Listening 1.5 - 2 minutes long. (Concept/Term) This term will likely be illustrated using two examples In some cases it could be illustrated using one example with two clear parts (before/after, cause/effect, etc.).  [Speaking Task #4: Academic Lecture

36. The Listening ( most common topics ) Biology/Animals – 60% Business/Marketing – 17% Psychology/Learning – 17% Art/History/Literature – 6% [Speaking Task #4: Academic Lecture

37. Question Prompt Using the example of ______ from the lecture, explain two ways that (CONCEPT/TERM) is beneficial for animals. Using the points and examples from the lecture explain (CONCEPT/TERM). Using the example of _____, explain the possible effects of (CONCEPT/TERM). Using the examples of ______ and _____, explain two ways that animals use (CONCEPT/TERM). [Speaking Task #4: Academic Lecture

38. Speaking #4 Structure [ Stating the Lecture Subject and detail ]: “The lecturer explains SUBJECT/TERM by giving two examples/an example.” [ First Example/First Part (3-5 sentences) ]: “First, she/he describes…” [ Second Example/Second part (3-5 sentences) ]: “Second, she mentions…” [ Give a Short Conclusion ]: “These examples (this example) demonstrate…”

39. Tips and Tricks Try to use transitional phrases like “as a result,” “consequently,” “moreover,” “for example” and “therefore.” Focus mostly on the examples . Those should be about 50 seconds long. If you are a slow speaker, omit the conclusion . Use a mix of simple and compound sentences if possible. Your conclusion should be a bit more detailed than your introduction.

40. Sample Question

41. Good Luck 