The IELTS writing test score is based on the following criteria. Though TOEFL has its own algorithm, we base our assessment on the same criteria and convert the score to reflect the TOEFL scale.
The Assessment includes:
A complete and detailed edit
A complete and detailed edit of all language issues (grammar, usage, spelling, punctuation, run-on sentences, sentence fragments, inappropriate transitions, etc.). Where appropriate, we may suggest rewrites of sentences or parts of sentences where clarity is an issue.
Highlighted problem areas
notes indicating areas that will cost you points, especially in terms of Cohesion and Coherence and Task Response.
A predictive band score
based on individual scoring criteria and total (accurate to within a half band, based on our experience assessing hundreds of test-taker samples.)
An overview
An overview summarizing which areas the writer needs to focus his or her attention on in terms of language review, structures, academic standards, etc.
This criterion measures your overall response in terms of your understanding of the topics; your ability to clearly answer the question(s) or to provide an opinion, as the case may be; meeting the minimum word count and following standards of academic writing, including the use of essential paragraphs; your ability to provide relevant and convincing arguments, support, and examples; for task 1 academic, your ability to include the relevant details and overview of the information presented; for task 1 general, your ability to fulfill the required bullet points and clearly fulfill the purpose of the task; for task 1 TOEFL, your ability to compare the reading and lecture points.
This category measures your ability to construct logical, flowing, and easy-to-understand samples. This includes your use of transitions and linking terms, conjunctions and punctuation, pronouns, and complete sentences. You will also need to demonstrate an understanding of basic paragraphing standards, such as topic and ending sentences.
This criterion measures your ability to use vocabulary correctly in terms of parts of speech, spelling, and meaning. It also measures the appropriateness of words choices in terms of context and effectiveness, as well as variety and naturalness, syntax and collocation, and idiomatic usage.
This criterion measures your mastery of basic grammar rules, for example article use, subject-verb agreement, verb tenses (use and variety), clauses and phrases, and others. In also measures your ability to vary sentence structures, and make use of various stylistic tools.
Notes for the edit:
- We edit only typed samples using Microsoft Word’s Track Changes feature and make comments likewise. You may include a scanned or photographed handwritten sample along with the typed copy; we will include an assessment of your handwriting in terms of legibility and neatness only. The assessment will be delivered as a DOC file or PDF file, based on your preference.
- Assessments are based on the IELTS writing criteria (Task Response/Achievement, Cohesion and Coherence, Lexical Resource, and Grammatical Range & Accuracy). For those submitting a TOEFL sample, your score will be provided on a scale out of 30.
- Note: Prices listed are in USD and per sample. (1 assessment = one writing sample)
- No substitutions—if you purchase a full pack, the submission must include task 1 and task 2. The 5-fulltest pack must also consist of 5 samples of each task)
- Single samples and full test samples must be submitted within one month of purchase; samples purchased as a pack (5-essay pack or 5-full test pack) must be submitted within three (3) months; no refunds or credit will be given for unused samples.
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