Objective
Complete TOEFL iBT B1 Writing practice. Write one academic discussion post (minimum 100 words) based on reading and listening materials. Practice organizing ideas, supporting arguments, and using academic language.
Article
TOEFL iBT Writing (2026 Format) has ONE task: Writing for an Academic Discussion: - You are a student in an online class - You read a text and listen to a lecture on the same topic - You write a post responding to a discussion prompt - Your post should incorporate ideas from both reading and listening - Format: Write naturally but appropriately for academic context - Minimum: 100 words (though longer is better for B1+) Scoring Criteria: - Task completion (addresses the prompt) - Use of sources (integrates reading/listening) - Development (supports ideas with examples) - Organization (logical flow) - Grammar and vocabulary Duration: ~10-15 minutes Word count: 100-200 words for B1 Topic: Academic subject (science, history, psychology, etc.)
Grammar Explanation
Meaning
Academic writing means expressing complex ideas clearly using formal language. B1 writing shows ability to organize thoughts and support claims with evidence.
Grammar Note
B1 academic writing uses past simple, present perfect, passive voice, subordinate clauses. Some errors acceptable if ideas are clear.
Usage Tips
- Read prompt carefully
- Take notes from reading/listening
- Organize: introduction, 2-3 main ideas, conclusion
- Use transitional words (however, therefore, furthermore)
- Proofread for spelling and grammar
Examples
Discussion prompt: Do you agree with the reading's argument about renewable energy? Support your position with examples from the lecture.
Take a position, use evidence from both sources
Dialogue
Context: Student discussing TOEFL Writing
Vocabulary
Tips
- Understand the discussion prompt completely
- Note key points from reading and listening
- Write a clear thesis statement
- Support with specific examples
- Use academic transitions: furthermore, in contrast, as a result
- Proofread for errors
- Target score: B1 = clear response with adequate support
Summary
TOEFL iBT Writing (10-15 min, 1 task) requires writing an academic discussion post (100-200 words) based on a reading and lecture. Must address prompt, integrate both sources, organize clearly, use academic language. B1 level = clear ideas with basic support, some errors acceptable. Key skills: synthesis (combining sources), organization, academic vocabulary. Practice integrating reading and listening into cohesive responses.