Slide 1: Understanding the MET Writing Section
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An overview of the writing tasks, evaluation criteria, and practical strategies.
Slide 2: What is the MET Writing Section?
Part of the 4-skill MET exam (Listening, Reading, Writing, and
Speaking).
Assesses your ability to write clear, organized, and appropriate texts.
Consists of two tasks:
1. Task 1: Write a few sentences responding to three related
questions about personal experiences.
2. Task 2: Write a formal, multi-paragraph essay in response to a
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Slide 3: Time Management
Total time: 45 minutes
o Task 1: Respond to three questions about personal experiences.
o Task 2: Write a formal essay; higher-level responses typically
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Slide 4: Task 1 – Personal Experience Responses
Objective:
Respond to three related questions about personal experiences.
Tips:
Write a few sentences for each question.
Ensure your responses are connected and coherent.
Use appropriate vocabulary and grammar.
Slide 5: Task 2 – Formal Essay
Objective:
Write a formal, multi-paragraph essay in response to a prompt.
Tips:
Take a clear stance on the prompt.
Support your ideas with examples and explanations.
Organize your essay with an introduction, body paragraphs, and a
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Slide 6: How is Writing Scored?
Each task is scored by trained and certified raters using specific criteria:
1. Content & Development
2. Organization
3. Grammar & Syntax
4. Vocabulary Use
Scores are reported on a scale from 0 to 80 for each section, and an average
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Slide 7: Top Writing Tips
Plan your responses before writing.
Keep your language clear and concise.
Use a variety of vocabulary and sentence structures.
Use linking words to connect ideas.
Review your writing for errors and clarity.
Slide 8: Useful Connectors
Adding: also, moreover, in addition
Contrasting: however, although, on the other hand
Giving examples: for example, such as
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Slide 9: Sample Tasks
Task 1 Example:
Describe a time when you faced a challenge. What was the challenge? How
did you overcome it?
Task 2 Example:
Some people believe that technology has made our lives easier. Do you
agree or disagree? Write an essay explaining your opinion.
Slide 10: In-Class Activity Idea
Divide students into small groups.
Assign each group one section of an essay: Introduction, Body
Paragraph 1, Body Paragraph 2, Conclusion.
Have each group write their section and then combine them to form a
complete essay.
Review and revise the essay as a class.
Slide 11: Useful Phrases
Introductions:
"Nowadays, the issue of... is widely discussed."
"In my opinion, I believe that..."
Body paragraphs:
"One reason is that..."
"For example,..."
Conclusions:
"To sum up,..."
"Therefore, I believe..."Wikipedia+1Michigan Language
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Slide 12: Practice Resources
Official MET sample writing tasks.
Annotated writing samples.
Writing Resource Pack.
Writing sample prompts download.
Writing rating scale. Michigan Language Assessment
Slide 13: Final Thoughts
Practice regularly to improve your writing skills.
Plan and organize your writing carefully.
Familiarize yourself with the scoring criteria.
Seek feedback to identify areas for improvement.
