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    Click on the Link above to access the full version of TSI ELAR Crash Course!
    Looking for TSI Essay Practice?
    In this video, I teach you how to easily understand a TSI essay prompt, how to organize your essay, and how to write your own essay following my exclusive TSI Essay Formula!
    The TSI Essay Formula document that appears in this video is included in the full version of the course, along with more essay prompts (for you to practice) and another step-by-step explanation of how to write the TSI essay!
    You also get access to my instruction for the TSI Reading and Writing section (including my Rules for TSI Writing). That's 10+ hours of the best TSI ELAR instruction available anywhere. No one prepares you better for the TSI ELAR Test!
    Just click the link at the top of the description to get everything you need to pass the TSI ELAR Test!
    The prompt that appears in this video is from the most recently released TSIA2 ELAR Practice Test... No TSI Essay instruction is more up-to-date!
    Get access to the full course today, and pass the TSI ELAR Test!

Комментарии • 352

  • @cosidc
    @cosidc 2 года назад +22

    Your template was insanely helpful, was stressing about the TSI then found your video. Memorized the key points of the template and made a 7 on the essay the next day! Ty really appreciate the vids.

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад +4

      I’m so happy I was able to help!! That’s a GREAT score!!!

  • @mrtechno966
    @mrtechno966 2 года назад +111

    This video was very helpful and it helped me pass, but here are some more tips that I think are important in making sure you pass. (I failed 2x and these were the things I changed the third time around)
    •The most important thing is word count. If you only write 300 words your going to fail so make sure you write 450+ words!!
    • it’s graded by a computer. The program is looking at your writing style and not the content in your paper.
    •do not have short sentences. Have at least 15 words per sentence.
    •Avoid First-person phrases like, “In my opinion” or “I believe”
    If you take mine + Mr. Tooheys tips you’ll pass with a high score!

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад +16

      Thanks for your insights, Key! I agree with you about the computer grading your writing style for sure… but if you actually have something to say, your style is almost guaranteed to be better than hundreds of words of nonsense, so don’t ignore the content of your essay! That being said, we’ll done on passing (and not giving up!) and thank you for sharing your valuable insights!!

    • @mrtechno966
      @mrtechno966 2 года назад +11

      @@MichaelToohey oh yes of course! i agree 100%, I should have made that clear. I wanted to get as close to 600 words as possible so I applied that tip when I was finished with my essay but I was still a couple hundred words away for 600. So I just added on to my body paragraphs by rewording what I already said, which I would not normally do this if a person was reading the essay but since it was a computer it didn’t seem to matter.
      But thanks for the support and I’ll definitely be buying your math course when I have to take that portion of the TSI. I think it’ll definitely help me pass it the first time around 🤞🏻

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад +5

      I love the value you’re adding to the discussion here!!! Thank you! Please let me know if you have any questions as you begin your math prep or if I can help in any other way!

  • @axb.h49
    @axb.h49 2 года назад +13

    I took the TSI this Thursday. To be honest I knew nothing about this exam, but thanks to you Mr. Toohey your techniques really came in handy and I passed the exam from the first try with high scores. Thank you for your TSI content and I would 100% recommend your course to anyone who needs the TSI.

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад +2

      Congratulations on passing!! Best of luck with the rest of your studies!!

  • @AnaMunoz-dm6df
    @AnaMunoz-dm6df 2 года назад +6

    Graduated high school back in 2014 and hadn't been back to school until a few weeks ago to take my TSI for the first time. Writing wasn't my biggest strength, but after watching this video I passed my essay on my first try! Thank you so much for this very helpful video!

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад

      Congratulations, Ana!! Best of luck with your return to school!!

  • @RRsanantonio
    @RRsanantonio 2 года назад +15

    English is my second language, but I passed the reading with 950 and 6 for the essay. I found Mr. Toohey's videos very helpful. If you need more learning resources, you can try to study with GED materials as well. Thank you Mr. Toohey!

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад +2

      Thank you, Hong!! And congratulations on passing the test!!

  • @FishersofMenforChristwelive
    @FishersofMenforChristwelive 8 месяцев назад +1

    Update. I just completed the TSI reading, essay, and math this evening.
    Scores from the first time taking in 2022 :
    ELAR - 956
    Essay - 3
    Math - 938
    Diagnostics - 4
    1-10-2024
    ELAR - 953
    Essay - 5
    Math - 950
    No need for diagnostics, got enough right on the first 20!
    Thank you for your help Mr. Toohey! I followed all of your instructions, studied your course, and applied everything I learned.

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  8 месяцев назад

      Congratulations!!! I’m so happy for you!! Thank you for sharing your success!!

  • @spaceoutman52rodriguez64
    @spaceoutman52rodriguez64 2 года назад +8

    I just wanna say Mr. Toohey I had been failing the writing portion all the time until I saw this video I finally pass I just wanna say thank you so much for making this tutorial now all I need is the math

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад

      Congratulations!! Best of luck on the math test… let me know if you have any questions!

  • @shraddhapokhrel8871
    @shraddhapokhrel8871 Месяц назад +2

    I'm grateful to Mr. Tootey for helping me pass the TSI test section! If you're preparing for the test, I recommend checking out this video and following the same format - it worked for me, and I'm confident it can help you pass too.

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  Месяц назад

      Congratulations on passing!! I’m so happy to help!!

  • @romarictchoffo5950
    @romarictchoffo5950 4 месяца назад +1

    I watched to this video this morning and went to take my test. I got a score of 6 I am so happy. Thanks!!

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  4 месяца назад

      That’s a great score! Congratulations!!!

  • @jasminmaboudi6085
    @jasminmaboudi6085 2 года назад +3

    Watched this for the second time this morning before taking my test, and I passed it. I never practiced the essay before, but I recommend you do it. Thank you, Mr. Toohey.

  • @MM-iuoti
    @MM-iuoti 5 месяцев назад +3

    Helllooooo, I watched your video yesterday, and I passed the essay !!!Thank you so much❤

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  5 месяцев назад

      Congratulations!! I’m so happy to help!!

  • @sandracastle552
    @sandracastle552 2 года назад +26

    I failed the essay section on my TSI got a 4. Understanding the question was difficult for me. I will retake it tomorrow and am very excited to apply what I learned from you. Thanks!

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад +1

      I’m so happy to help! Best of luck on the test tomorrow… I’ll be praying for your success!!

    • @kangyeseo8376
      @kangyeseo8376 2 года назад +6

      SAME- i’m taking it this Saturday. i got a passing score for the reading, but then i wrote the essay and got a 4. So, i came here to study.

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад +1

      Best of luck on your retake!!

  • @CarleneMcLeod-rh9xp
    @CarleneMcLeod-rh9xp Год назад +1

    Hello Mr. Toohey 👋. I took the TSIA2 today for the second time and I passed the Essay portion with a 6. Thank you for your writing style, I followed it and I was successful 🙏🏽. As for the math portion I failed it it for the second time with a 935 😞 I got registered today for a developmental class in Math (5 weeks long) I’ll just take this route with the Math 😁 🤷‍♀️ THANK YOU! 🙏🏽

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  Год назад +1

      Congratulations on passing the essay!!!

  • @laurenmj3653
    @laurenmj3653 2 года назад +2

    I just have to tell you THANK YOU so much!! I watched your video last night and took my tsi test today and got a 6! I haven’t been in school in 20 years and I wouldn’t have passed that if i hadn’t of watched your video! Thank you

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад

      Congratulations, Lauren!! I’m so happy to hear that!! Best of luck with the rest of your studies!!

    • @laurenmj3653
      @laurenmj3653 2 года назад +1

      @@MichaelToohey thank you so much! :)

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад

      I’m so happy to help!

  • @atifajalalzai4503
    @atifajalalzai4503 11 месяцев назад +3

    Here from Afghanistan 😂
    I am taking my exam next week.
    This video helped me a lot.
    Wish me good luck, please.
    Thanks

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  11 месяцев назад +1

      Best of luck on your upcoming test… Praying for your success!!

    • @atifajalalzai4503
      @atifajalalzai4503 11 месяцев назад +1

      @@MichaelToohey Thank you so much Sir.

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  11 месяцев назад +1

      I’m happy to help!

  • @antonioguerrero9381
    @antonioguerrero9381 2 года назад +1

    I failed twice and today I finally passed my essay. The formula was really helpful.

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад

      Congratulations, Antonio!! I’m so happy I could help!

  • @cadeg6658
    @cadeg6658 3 года назад +88

    I took the tsi on on Tuesday, i passed the english and writing part, i did ok on the math, but i did very bad on the essay. I never really knew how to properly construct a essay and i was stressing out because i needed that essay part to be on the “college ready” side of the tsi scale so i can take the classes i needed for my major. I watched this video and studied what you taught and two days later i passed with a high score thanks to you. I really appreciate you uploading this video and providing the help i needed to pass.

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  3 года назад +8

      I’m so happy to help!!! You put in the work to prepare, so your success is well deserved! Best of luck with the rest of your studies!!

    • @cadeg6658
      @cadeg6658 3 года назад +3

      @@MichaelToohey thank you very much!

    • @samanthav3482
      @samanthav3482 3 года назад +3

      @@MichaelToohey retaking my essay tomorrow, wish me luck lol 😬

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  3 года назад +4

      Best of luck… I’ll be praying for your success!!

    • @marycoletteujunwa2693
      @marycoletteujunwa2693 Год назад

      @@MichaelToohey please I need help for the reading part and Math, I passed writing and essay because I wrote only English
      Now, I want to write my math and reading, this Friday,I need a serious help on them, I want to pass them all, this Friday
      Thank you so much Michael Toohey

  • @peytonboyd406
    @peytonboyd406 Год назад +1

    Thank you sooo much for this video.I am currently in 8th grade and took both the essay and writing part a few days ago and unfortunately didn’t pass the essay part I got a 4 but after watching your video a lot and putting your strategies to use I passed with a 6!🎉

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  Год назад

      Congratulations, Peyton!! I’m so happy for you and your success! Best of luck at the next level!

  • @AmyChisholm-e8c
    @AmyChisholm-e8c 7 месяцев назад +1

    My 8th grader passed with a 6 using this strategy! Thank you!

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  7 месяцев назад

      I’m so happy to help!! Pass on my congratulations!!

  • @mgillespie1985
    @mgillespie1985 2 года назад +1

    Took my TSI essay today and passed it thanks to ur Essay Formula !! Thank You for posting this video🙂

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад

      Congratulations!!! I’m so happy for you, Mari!!

  • @loveefaerie6330
    @loveefaerie6330 Год назад +11

    You both are so unhinged it’s so entertaining. I forget the entire lesson here because I’m so wrapped up in the both of you being so chaotic I love it

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  Год назад +3

      Ha! Thanks for reaching out!! I’m glad you’re finding a video on writing essays so entertaining!!

  • @violetacarreno1535
    @violetacarreno1535 2 года назад +1

    Thank you so much I took the essay part today and passed with a 6 ! watched your video last night and It helped me so much !

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад

      That’s a great score, Violeta! Congratulations!!

  • @stormiluce704
    @stormiluce704 2 года назад +31

    I failed my essay first time. Watched this video, followed the steps and I PASSED today! I used I believe as well. Thank you so much!!

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад +2

      I’m so happy to help!!! Congratulations on passing!!!

  • @FraudulentBehavior
    @FraudulentBehavior Год назад +3

    I’ve taken the tsi recently,I passed the English,writing,and math section relatively easily but I’ve gotten a 4 on the essay portion of the test every time I have attempted it
    Hoping this will help me out

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  Год назад +1

      I think it will!! Let me know if you have any questions!!

  • @ghostlylocust7450
    @ghostlylocust7450 2 года назад +7

    have my essay tommorow made a 4 on the first try hopefully this will help , either way thankyou. Edit. I passed with a 6

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад

      Happy to help! Best of luck on the test… I’m praying for your success!

    • @ghostlylocust7450
      @ghostlylocust7450 2 года назад +1

      @@MichaelToohey thankyou so much I thought I did bad but ended up with a 6 thanks for the help

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад

      Congratulations!! Great job!!

  • @parallelwave4652
    @parallelwave4652 2 года назад +1

    I took the TSI last week unfortunately I was off on the essay by one point and the writing by two problems. Did well on the math. I am retaking it tomorrow and the question for the essay part it was something about money and time and how we value we one differently and why. It was so deep, did not expect it. Hopefully I pass! THANK YOU SO MUCH! This is the most helpful video by far! I was writing my essay and had an outline and everything done well including thesis but decided last minute to change it all and wrote a completely different side of the question for the essay.

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад +1

      Thanks for reaching out!! Yes, the essay questions I have seen ARE surprisingly deep, if you’re able to really think about the question (and answers) and consider BOTH sides of the argument… stick to my formula and you will be great! Best of luck on the test!

    • @lienlilies8294
      @lienlilies8294 2 года назад

      Can you tell me more information about the essay question? I'm going to take the test tomorrow, and I am so scared because I never did good on the essay part.

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад

      Sure! I’ll be happy to help! What questions do you have?

    • @lienlilies8294
      @lienlilies8294 2 года назад +1

      @@MichaelToohey I made a 5 on it. And it is a passing score, right?

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад

      Yes! A 5 is considered a passing score!! Congratulations!!

  • @mayrafaz1426
    @mayrafaz1426 2 года назад +8

    I have been watching this and I loved it! I haven’t been to school I’m 10 years so I was a bit rusty! I used this method and 🙌 I scored a 6! The method makes it super easy!

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад

      Congratulations, Mayra!!! That’s a great score!!! I’m so happy for you!!

  • @nstefan1233
    @nstefan1233 2 года назад +7

    Just finished my TSI essay today and I got 5 thanks to your video! This is my second retake since I got a 4 last time but thanks to your video its helped me with my organization and structure. Much appreciation 🙏❤️

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад +1

      Great Job!!! Thanks for reaching out!!

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад

      Great Job!!! Thanks for reaching out!!

  • @damisiju2252
    @damisiju2252 2 года назад +6

    Thank you so muchhhh😝
    I've been watching these for days now
    I passed the test on my first try 🤗🤗

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад

      Congratulations!!! I’m so happy for you!! And I’m happy to help!!

  • @ginajohnstone1227
    @ginajohnstone1227 Год назад +1

    Seriously watched this loosely right before my tsi and passed 😛😛😛 966 with a 5 on essay good enough for me

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  Год назад

      We’ll done!!! Congratulations on passing!!

  • @yoongisdishwasher4485
    @yoongisdishwasher4485 4 месяца назад +4

    Thank you for this video, I watched this before my exam and I scored an 8 on my essay!

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  4 месяца назад +1

      That’s a fantastic score!! We’ll done!!

  • @courtneyhammock3942
    @courtneyhammock3942 2 года назад +5

    Took the TSI yesterday, took it 3 times before I watched this tutorial, once I got the information from this video I ended up doing so well! I passed both the math and essay portions thanks to Mr. Tooheys help! Thanks so much Mr. Toohey!

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад

      Congratulations Courtney!! Thank you for sharing your testimonial!!

  • @classroommusic782
    @classroommusic782 2 года назад +1

    Bro Francisco is a real one throughout the videos .

  • @michaelahclarice983
    @michaelahclarice983 2 года назад +4

    So great full I found your videos. Just took my TSI2 TODAY and got a 960 on my
    Exam and a 7 on my essay thanks to your videos.

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад +2

      Congratulations, Michaelah!!! I’m so happy to be able to help!!

  • @Strey_TXT24
    @Strey_TXT24 2 года назад +7

    You are literally a life-saver. I have my tsi day after tomorrow and i had no idea about the exam, but after watching your videos i'm confident enough to give my exam. Thank You!

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад +2

      So happy to help, Aryan!! Best of luck on the exam!!

    • @Strey_TXT24
      @Strey_TXT24 2 года назад +7

      Update:- I passed my Tsi exam

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад +2

      Congratulations!!! I’m so happy for you!!

  • @scabbypatties
    @scabbypatties Год назад +3

    Not going to lie I was skeptical at first about this video but I passed first try and have been out of school for the last 5 years listen to this man he really out here giving cheat codes to the test.

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  Год назад

      Congratulations on passing!! I’m so happy to help!!

  • @EUDrip
    @EUDrip 9 месяцев назад +1

    I have a question, with this prompt are you allowed to play both sides while writing the essay? Or do you have to pick a side and base your reasoning on it?

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  9 месяцев назад

      You definitely want to address BOTH sides of the argument in your essay… but whichever side you believe is more persuasive, pick that side to be your argument and make the other side your counterargument. I recommend structuring it using the formula that appears in the video…

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  9 месяцев назад

      Make sense?

  • @mrs.jeon.282
    @mrs.jeon.282 Год назад +3

    I find it amazing how I scored a 4 out of 5 on my essay on ninth grade i really don’t know how I did that so im just nervouse about the tsi now

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  Год назад

      Don’t worry!! Watch my videos and follow my TSI Essay formula!! You can do this!!

  • @italiantime2012
    @italiantime2012 Год назад +1

    About to watch this video later!

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  Год назад

      Great! Let me know if you have any questions!!

  • @justintomerlin
    @justintomerlin Год назад +1

    Just passed! With a 6!

  • @anjalimanoj995
    @anjalimanoj995 2 года назад +4

    Hello Mr. Toohey
    I took my tsi again today. This was my 4th attempt. I successfully passed the essay part with a 5. I am so happy and thank you for making this video and the TSI essay formula sheet helped me a lot. When I wrote my essay this time, I didn't create any new category like theoretical skills. I used the same exact style of writing given in the formula sheet. My topic was is our ability to change ourselves unlimited or our abilities are limited to make important changes in our lives. My argument was the ability to change ourselves are unlimited and after submitting the essay, I was really happy. Once again thank you very very very much for making this video and showing an example of a prompt with a student using the formula sheet. I don't know how to explain my happiness to you. I was very sad when I didn't pass my essay last time and I gave up on my tsi and started practicing for my SAT. But my parents encouraged me to take it again for one last time and I successfully passed it today. I will surely recommend your video to my friends who is going to take TSI ELAR from now on and for my friends who failed the essay part of the TSI. Once again thank you so much. I also would like to see more videos of your tips and tricks for passing SAT Reading and Writing Section. Thank you very much.

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад +2

      Congratulations, Anjali!!! This makes me so happy to hear! Sounds like you organized your argument and counterargument perfectly, and wrote a great essay!!! So happy for you!!

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад +2

      I do have some videos for SAT Reading and Writing, have you seen them on my channel yet?

  • @nicolleen.2027
    @nicolleen.2027 2 года назад +1

    Today’s my test… wish me luck!!!

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад +1

      Best of luck!! I’m praying for your success!!

  • @astragalaxia9228
    @astragalaxia9228 7 дней назад +1

    I just took the TSI ELAR wednesday and got a 7 on my essay. Thank you so much for this video! Honestly helped me out a lot. 👍

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  6 дней назад +1

      That’s a great score!!! Congratulations on passing!!

  • @rakyaissefalldiallo7633
    @rakyaissefalldiallo7633 Год назад +1

    Should we leave space between the paragraphs?

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  Год назад +1

      I don’t think you have to… In any case, I can’t imagine that affecting your score, having spaces or not…

  • @jameswhite9300
    @jameswhite9300 Месяц назад

    Mr Toohey, this is awesome but I do have a question. I’m under the impression that you are supposed to choose one side strongly and one side only.
    Isn’t saying something like “It is true that (counterargument)” basically acknowledging that you believe the opposing side is also correct? Basically, the entire second paragraph in your formula is a bit confusing, since it seems like that entire paragraph is taking side with the counterargument

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  Месяц назад +1

      Yes, that’s exactly what you should do in an essay like this. Consider BOTH sides of the argument…
      Think about it this way: In a disagreement between two friends, what are the chances that one friend is 100% right and the other 0% right?
      Don’t get me wrong: one friend is probably closer to the truth… but you can find valid points even among people you generally disagree with, can’t you?
      Your argument is like the friend you side with. You think that side is more persuasive.
      The counterargument is your other friend, who you still appreciate even though you find the first one more persuasive.
      Make any sense?

    • @jameswhite9300
      @jameswhite9300 Месяц назад +1

      @@MichaelTooheyyes, makes perfect sense.
      I just finished my essay today, and got an 8. Thank you so much for this video!

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  Месяц назад

      @jameswhite9300 congratulations!!! That’s a great score!! Did you do the counterargument/argument formula?

    • @jameswhite9300
      @jameswhite9300 Месяц назад +1

      @@MichaelToohey I did, and I started my opening paragraph exactly as you did with “some think, others think…”
      My prompt asked if knowledge of history is important for today

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  Месяц назад

      @jameswhite9300 love it!! Great job!!

  • @MachineWashable101
    @MachineWashable101 2 года назад +2

    I first took the essay about 2 months ago and got a 4, I had used the formula my teachers wanted and included a counter argument. I think what happened is that I hadn’t put enough words? I was around like 310 words

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад

      The requirement is 300-600 words, so a 310 word essay shouldn’t be a problem as long as it directly addresses the prompt and both sides of the argument… just organize your ideas, follow my formula, and you’ll be great!

    • @Urboiblaze
      @Urboiblaze 2 года назад +2

      Yes words area big issue due to a computer grading it atleast write 450 or more words on my previous ones i wrote only 310 and 330 the one i got a 6 on had 498 words also make sure ur grammar is correct and make ur thesis and response to it clear

  • @AylaPerez-hh4yw
    @AylaPerez-hh4yw 15 дней назад +1

    Thank you 😊😊 this helped me tremendously hope I pass the TSI test

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  15 дней назад

      Best of luck on your upcoming test! Praying for your success!

  • @anjalimanoj995
    @anjalimanoj995 2 года назад +2

    Hello
    I am taking my TSI exam this coming Friday. This is my fourth time. I didn't pass the reading section the first time and I didn't pass the essay section the other two times. I used all your tips and the style that you have said in the video. But still, I didn't pass my essay. Are there any tips or tricks that you could suggest?

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад

      So all you need to do is pass the essay portion, correct? Have you tried practicing the essays on your own yet?

    • @anjalimanoj995
      @anjalimanoj995 2 года назад

      @@MichaelToohey I want to do all the parts again even though I passed every section except for the essay. I haven't tried any essays on my own.

  • @lynhenry8883
    @lynhenry8883 2 месяца назад +1

    Took my essay the other day and passed. Thank you Mr. Toohey, this video is very helpful since english is my second language only. But I did not passed the Math and ELAR

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 месяца назад

      Thanks for reaching out! Congratulations on passing the essay!

  • @Bioticlive
    @Bioticlive 2 года назад +4

    Hey, Mr. Toohey I just took the TSI, and thanks to this video I got a 6! Thank you!

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад

      Congratulations!!! That’s a great score! We’ll done!

  • @wody6742
    @wody6742 2 года назад +4

    Bro I literally finished and I used your formula and I passed first try, thank you from the bottom of my heart

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад

      Congratulations!!! I’m so happy to help!!! Best of luck with the rest of your studies!!

    • @wody6742
      @wody6742 2 года назад +1

      @@MichaelToohey I just needed the writing already had the math and reading tsi

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад

      I have some TSI Writing videos too… check them out!

  • @rebeccam8729
    @rebeccam8729 Год назад +1

    Does the essay need a heading or anything?

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  Год назад

      Good question!! No heading necessary… just understand the prompt and answer it directly using the format I show you in the video… best of luck on your upcoming test!!

  • @SunshineJxssie
    @SunshineJxssie 2 года назад +2

    Took my essay Tsi yesterday and passed! Now I’m finally free from the shackles of the TSI 💃🏾

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад +1

      Congratulations!!! I’m so happy for your success!!

  • @mujtabatareen
    @mujtabatareen Год назад +1

    Is the writeplacer same as the TSI essay? Especially with regards to the mention of both sides of the argument. I have heard that you're supposed to be a staunch supporter of the side you choose and should refer the counter argument at the end. Is that true? Would be a pleasure if you could shed some light on that?

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  Год назад

      Yes!!! It’s actually the exact same prompt for the TSI and the writeplacer!! You definitely want to refer to both sides of the argument… just follow my formula in my TSI Essay Practice video and you will be on the right track… but you’ve got to address BOTH sides of the argument to do it properly! Just choose the side that you think is more compelling (persuasive) and make that your main argument!! Make sense?

    • @mujtabatareen
      @mujtabatareen Год назад +1

      @@MichaelToohey Yes, It is definetly making more sense to me now!! Thank you so much for clearing out the confusion.

  • @KaylieKristeen
    @KaylieKristeen 4 месяца назад +1

    How can I get the Essay formula ?

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  4 месяца назад

      Thanks for reaching out!! You can get the TSI Essay Formula when you access the full version of the course! Just click the link in the description to get the full course!

  • @xnqx3013
    @xnqx3013 Год назад +1

    I failed both the Reading & Writing and the essay 2 times. I will retake the TSI for the third time tomorrow. I hope i pass it 😭

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  Год назад +1

      Don’t give up!! Watch my TSI verbal videos on RUclips and give it your best shot tomorrow… Best of luck!!

    • @xnqx3013
      @xnqx3013 Год назад +2

      @@MichaelToohey Mr. Toohey, I PASSED BOTH THE READING AND ESSAY THANKS TO YOU, I GOT A 945 ON THE READING & WRITING AND THE ESSAY WITH A 5 😭. I FOLLOWED YOUR ESSAY RUBRIC, THANK YOU SO MUCH YOU DON’T KNOW HOW MUCH THIS MEANS TO ME!!!!

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  Год назад +1

      Congratulations!!! I’m so happy for your success!!

  • @SatoruTrading
    @SatoruTrading 2 месяца назад +1

    Thank you soooo much Mr Toohey for your essay template. i gave TSIA yesterday and passed in all sections with preparation of 2 weeks. i watched all your videos and your cheat sheets really helped. I cant thank you much you covered every topics. i got 5 in Essay and i am happy with that because i barely did any practice. All magic is of your Essay Template. it made Essay planing and structuring very very easy, i just wrote my thoughts and essay was ready. (My essay prompt was: do people get successful because of Luck or people get successful with hard work). This was my prompt if someone wants to practice there was 2 quotes of some authors about this topics. Thank you sir.

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 месяца назад

      Congratulations on passing!! I’m so happy to help!!
      Glad you found the essay formula so helpful! That prompt you got is a LOT like one of the essays in my videos… thanks for sharing about your experience!! : )

  • @jonathanvijay3766
    @jonathanvijay3766 2 года назад +2

    Hey Mr. Toohey, I passed my TSI thanks to you . ngl I was doubtful about the writing of both sides but it paid off! thank you once again!

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад

      I’m so happy to hear you passed!! Congratulations on your success!!

  • @bridgettiscareno8334
    @bridgettiscareno8334 7 месяцев назад +1

    i passed my tsi with a 7 due to limited support of ideas, how can i support my ideas and recieve a score of 8 on the writing portion?

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  7 месяцев назад

      That’s a great question! Just make sure that for your argument and counterargument, you have as much good evidence to support your ideas as possible. Not sure how many pieces of evidence you need exactly to get an 8 but I recommend at least 4 pieces of good evidence in each body paragraph to get the highest possible score…

  • @taeheejeong7042
    @taeheejeong7042 Год назад +2

    Hello Mr. Toohey! This is my first time writing messages to you and also preparing for my TSI exam. I'm an international student who is trying to get into college in August. I would like to ask a question about the essay. While I was practicing the TSI with the book called 'TSI study guide 2023~2024 6th Edition', I realized that there were some different types of essay questions. To be specific, the question and the passage were a lot different than the essay in this video. For example, the essay in this video requires me to make one choice and write down reasons to support my opinion. However, in my book, there was a passage about 'parents making troubles while watching their kids' game'. And there were three questions. Question 1 was to analyze and evaluate the passage. Question number 2 was to develop my own perspective. And the final question was to explain the relationship between my perspective and the given passage. I was so surprised when I saw this different type of essay question. So I'm now feeling that I'm kind of lost. It will be an honor if you can give me some advice. And I also want to thank you for sharing all of your TSI education videos. It helped me a lot!

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  Год назад +1

      Thank you for reaching out!! The format of the essay you see in my videos is for the most recent version of the TSI, the TSIA2 test… I have no idea why they’re structuring the questions the way you describe in the comments above… I’ve seen a lot of 3rd party prep materials that simply aren’t very good, so it could be that simple… the essay formula I provide in the video is helping recent students pass the essay portion (check the comments and see for yourself!) so of course, I recommend following my formula instead… I haven’t heard from any students about changes to the TSI essay, but I’ll let you (and everyone else!) know if there are important updates… Hope that helps!

    • @taeheejeong7042
      @taeheejeong7042 Год назад +1

      @@MichaelToohey Thank you so much Mr. Toohey! I'm so glad that recent essay questions are almost like this video. I will practice the essay hard with your formula! Once again, thanks for your advice and support!

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  Год назад

      I’m happy to help!

  • @thidiep6089
    @thidiep6089 Месяц назад +1

    Thank you so much Mr. Toohey! I just watched this video last night and took some notes. Your teaching skills saved my butt. I went from a 4 to a 7 on my second try!

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  Месяц назад

      Congratulations!!! I’m so happy to help!!!

  • @rebeccam8729
    @rebeccam8729 Год назад +1

    I was studying this way of doing the essay for abt a month but today the advisor told me it needs to be 5 paragraphs introduction, 3 body paragraph and conclusion
    😢😢 can u give me some advice on this pls?

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  Год назад +1

      Absolutely does not have to be in that format. Some counselors/teachers suggest that because some students are more familiar with that format, but the TSI Essay lends itself better to the counterargument/argument format that appears in the video.

  • @sheebasajan5266
    @sheebasajan5266 2 года назад +2

    I took my TSI test today and I passed English multiple choice and essay part . No words to show my gratitude. These guidelines showed me how to construct an essay.Thank you and appreciate your hard work to help us.

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад

      I’m so happy to help!! Congratulations on successfully passing the test!!

  • @Lexiluvsmusic
    @Lexiluvsmusic 2 года назад +2

    I'm only 13 and I'm about to take the TSI test... this video is really helping me!! so please wish me luck! I'm taking the test tomorrow.

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад +1

      Best of luck on the test!! I’m praying for your success!!

    • @Lexiluvsmusic
      @Lexiluvsmusic 2 года назад

      @@MichaelToohey thank you so much!!!

  • @Aaronjr-q8o
    @Aaronjr-q8o 3 месяца назад +1

    Thank you Mr toohey for the advice, I retook my essay today and got a 6! Your videos are informative!!!

  • @ccarocore
    @ccarocore 5 месяцев назад +1

    Taking my tsk today but this was very helpful thx I’ll give an update how it goes!

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  5 месяцев назад

      Thanks for reaching out!! Best of luck on your test today… Praying for your success!

  • @funboi4249
    @funboi4249 5 месяцев назад +1

    Before stumbling across this video, I had failed the essay twice and after I Found your video, I was finally able to pass it ! Your tips were very useful and I hope everyone who watches this uses them. Thank you very much!

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  5 месяцев назад

      Congratulations on passing!! I’m so happy to help!!

  • @rebeccam8729
    @rebeccam8729 Год назад

    Does the essay need some type of header?

  • @RandomRothbardian
    @RandomRothbardian 2 года назад +1

    I'm about to take the test so I can be in advanced courses at the start of my sophomore year
    go to 31:50 for the formula

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад

      Best of luck on the test! Let me know if you have any questions!

  • @memekyles117
    @memekyles117 5 месяцев назад +1

    I passed my essay part today from watching your videos... Thank You!

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  5 месяцев назад

      Congratulations!! I’m happy to help!

  • @KelleyZimm
    @KelleyZimm 7 месяцев назад +1

    Made a 6 on my Essay. I used the essay formula and the feedback you gave and I finally passed. Thank You!

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  7 месяцев назад

      Congratulations!!! I’m so happy for your success!!

  • @starrbella6
    @starrbella6 2 года назад +2

    Passed my Essay! Thank you! Great method made it easy to organize my thoughts!

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад +1

      Congratulations, Starr!! So happy for your success!!

  • @timotheemunyankindi755
    @timotheemunyankindi755 2 года назад

    Which books can I use to prepare Tsi for english I need more information.

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад +1

      I’m not familiar with any of the books… But I do have some videos on my channel for TSI ELAR (English Language Arts and Reading) prep and I have a full video course available with over 10 hours of instruction and all the materials you need to pass! You can click the link in the description of my TSI ELAR videos to get access!

  • @matitalk
    @matitalk Год назад +1

    I am taking both Math and ELAR TSI tomorrow. I've been watching your tutorials. I will let you know the result.

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  Год назад

      Best of luck!! Praying for your success!!

  • @jellybelly20
    @jellybelly20 Год назад +1

    You are a savior Mr. Toohey. I initially got a 4 on the essay but with your tips and template I ended up getting a 6 the next time around!! Thank you so much 😭

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  Год назад

      Congratulations!! That’s a great score!! I’m so happy to help : )

  • @takeabrevk
    @takeabrevk Год назад +1

    Hi Mr. Toohey! Quick question!! Are we allowed to write “stuff” in our essays as Francisco wrote? I personally feel that we are not allowed to write to be, say in a more professional sense as this is the TSI, but I’m not so sure. Please let me know when you can! Thank you sir for your hard work :)

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  Год назад +1

      Great question!! I personally wouldn’t recommend using the words “stuff” or “things” if you can use a more precise term for those things… I mean, words.

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  Год назад

      : )

  • @nucleotidea
    @nucleotidea 2 года назад +1

    Hello Mr.Toohey, I have my English and essay test tommorow, and I am super stressed. My teacher keeps telling us that we must have developed ideas. Most of the samples essays have dates and events so I am worried that I won't be able to develop examples and simultaneously stay on topic since the computer will be grading it. Are there are tips that you have to tie back to a thesis? Also great video :)

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад

      Yes! Just follow the formula that appears in the video and you will be in good shape! Make sure to organize all of your ideas first (just like you see in the video) and the thesis writes itself as long as you follow the formula… best of luck on the test tomorrow!

  • @BilboBagginsLoafer
    @BilboBagginsLoafer 2 года назад +2

    I procrastinated on studying for my Tsia2 test and am now trying to cram every testing video this guy has into my memory! It’s midnight and one day before my test! I’m off to a great start 🥴😂😩! I’ll update y’all on how I do 😂! Let’s put his videos and my procrastination skills to the ultimate test 😂❤️!

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад +1

      I love this post so much!! You study like I did when I was in school!! We’ll, in any case, watch all my videos, and please keep us updated… “Let the Great Experiment Begin!”

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад +1

      “Procrastination skills”… Ha!

    • @BilboBagginsLoafer
      @BilboBagginsLoafer 2 года назад +2

      I failed the math but passed the reading and the essay!
      Thank you for your video! It really helped me!

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад

      Congratulations on passing the reading and the essay! I was wondering how you did… thanks for reaching out!

    • @anjalimanoj995
      @anjalimanoj995 2 года назад

      @@BilboBagginsLoafer Hello
      So my Tsi elar is tomorrow and I am really nervous about the essay part do you have any tips or suggestions for me?

  • @not_b0b
    @not_b0b Год назад +1

    are you supposed to indent because when i took the tsi i couldnt

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  Год назад +1

      I wouldn’t worry about indenting… I can’t imagine that having an impact on your score.

  • @omjiprasadsah9332
    @omjiprasadsah9332 2 года назад +1

    Today morning, I just remembered your said format and cracked the essay later this afternoon. Thanks, creator!

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад

      Congratulations, Omji! I’m so happy to help!

  • @paulekechukwu8481
    @paulekechukwu8481 Год назад +1

    That was a lot😵‍💫

  • @nancypiedra2012
    @nancypiedra2012 Год назад +1

    I passed my test today, found your video lastnight and it helped so much. thank you!!!

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  Год назад

      Congratulations, Nancy!!! I’m so happy for your success!!

  • @notpear6480
    @notpear6480 2 года назад +1

    Thank you so much I made a 6 today all because of you I’m going to be using this method to do the rest of my essays also the comment @Key made helped me a bunch.

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад

      Congratulations!!! That’s a great score!! Best of luck with the rest of your studies!

  • @DannyStauber
    @DannyStauber 3 месяца назад +1

    I PASSED THANKS TO YOU

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  3 месяца назад +1

      Congratulations!!! I’m so happy to help!!

  • @anjalimanoj995
    @anjalimanoj995 2 года назад +2

    I just want to know how much time I can take for TSI ELAR.

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад

      Great question! There is no time limit on the TSI ELAR test!

    • @anjalimanoj995
      @anjalimanoj995 2 года назад +1

      there should be a time limit for every exam right. Is it around 3-5 hours? I searched up on google and that's what I got. The last time when I wrote TSI I took around nine hours to complete it.I used all your methods for the essay, and still I only got a 4 and I need a 5 to pass the essay. I think time was a factor and that's why I failed the essay part. I am taking the essay again tomorrow. I also want to know whether learning the tips to write an SAT essay would help TSI?

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад +1

      I’m sorry to hear you didn’t pass last time! You’re right, the only time limit should be as long as the testing center is open… I’m not as familiar with the SAT essay, so I’m not sure how helpful studying that would be… there are a couple other TSI essay prompts available online (I include two more prompts for practice in my TSI ELAR course), I would practice those if you haven’t yet already…

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад +1

      But you’re so close! Only one point away! Keep practicing and give it your best shot next time!

    • @anjalimanoj995
      @anjalimanoj995 2 года назад

      I saw your video last time and wrote the tsi but still, I got a 4 for the essay part. But I think even I've made some mistakes and I would like to clarify them with you. So last time I got a topic called do people emphasize too much on learning practical skills? So I wrote my first sentence as some people emphasize too much on learning practical skills. Other people emphasize too much on learning theoretical skills. Is this way right? The word theoretical is something that I made. The passage doesn't have this word at all. I saw the example you showed in the video but that topic had two parts. The topic that I got only had one side so that's why I made another as theoretical skills. I would also like to know which part in the tsi is the diagnostics?

  • @davei2938
    @davei2938 8 месяцев назад +1

    Passed today son! thanks for saving me time bro.

  • @shalomtua
    @shalomtua Год назад +1

    I took the Tsi yesterday and this video helped me alot in the essay part. Thanks

  • @LUVBUG24K
    @LUVBUG24K 9 месяцев назад +1

    you deserve sooo much praise!!!!! thank you!!!!!

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  9 месяцев назад +1

      Ha! Thank you!! All praise be to God… without Him I can do nothing…

  • @lvmoonxlxghtvlluv1205
    @lvmoonxlxghtvlluv1205 11 месяцев назад

    I took the tsi about a year ago and I’m planning on taking it again and I came across this same video I studied the format and everything and I got a 4 the reasoning was because It said it was repetitive with transitions and other things so use this format wisely but the thought process was good they also made it to where you have to get a 5 on the writing so with using this format I failed when if I could have just done it on my own it could have been so much better

  • @zeke2708
    @zeke2708 3 года назад +1

    Thanks, this helped me out. I passed the test yesterday I changed it up a bit, I didn’t use “i’s”

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  3 года назад

      Congratulations on passing the test!!!

  • @MachineWashable101
    @MachineWashable101 2 года назад +1

    I got a 4 on my first essay but I’m retaking it in 2 days let’s hope I pass

  • @farahalyahya1026
    @farahalyahya1026 2 года назад +1

    Thank you for the helpful video! I really appreciate you for providing us with these powerful techniques. I'm going to take the test tomorrow. Keep me in your prayers!

  • @not_b0b
    @not_b0b Год назад

    i failed 3 times getting a 4 i don’t know what I’m doing wrong. i watched this video using the structure but i guess my examples were not good enough

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  Год назад

      I’m sorry to hear you’re struggling to pass! Do you feel like you understood the essay prompts pretty well, or were they a little confusing?

  • @ashleytristan2904
    @ashleytristan2904 2 года назад +1

    I took the test I had four paragraphs and used your method included argument and counter argument. I failed with a 4. Do we have the option to only use one side of the argument and provide examples as our middle paragraphs? If that’s easier for us? Also I can’t find a direct answer for how many paragraphs we are supposed to have. I’m take the TSI ELAR essay portion. Is that the same test you are reviewing?

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад +1

      I’m so sorry to hear you didn’t pass, but you’re so close! You are free to write in any format you like, I just believe that the counterargument/argument format will give most students something substantive to say that will directly address the question… there is no paragraph requirement (only a word-count requirement), but keep in mind that you are graded for grammar/sentence structure as well, so I would practice writing a bit more on your own with a grammar/spell-check app like Google Docs to see what you need to fix in your writing… that alone might be enough to get you to a passing score!

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад +1

      And yes, the essay that appears in the video is a TSI essay from and official released TSI practice test…

    • @ashleytristan2904
      @ashleytristan2904 2 года назад +1

      Got it. Thank you so much for responding!

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад

      I’m happy to help!!

  • @shinydominater8796
    @shinydominater8796 2 года назад +1

    I have a question, whenever I look it up it says the tsi essay should be five paragraphs, but in yours there is only four. Can you just do four? I’m so confused 🤦‍♂️

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад

      4 is just fine (and allows you do do an introduction, argument, counter argument, and conclusion)! There is a word count requirement, but no paragraph number requirement…

    • @shinydominater8796
      @shinydominater8796 2 года назад +1

      @@MichaelToohey okay thank you!

    • @shinydominater8796
      @shinydominater8796 2 года назад +1

      @@MichaelToohey I took the test today, and when they gave me the passage they didn’t tell me the persons name. What should I have done? I passed anyways, thank you very much for your advice!

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад

      Congratulations!! If you see a prompt like that in the future, you can just say “the author quoted above says”… or something similar… great job on passing!

  • @rajveerbhardwaj8470
    @rajveerbhardwaj8470 2 года назад +1

    I got a 6 out of 8 on my essay yesterday thank you 😁

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад +1

      That’s great! I’m happy to help!!

  • @kangyeseo8376
    @kangyeseo8376 2 года назад +1

    taking it tmrw. i’m so busy every week so now
    i’m rushing through this video i saw some key points hope i pass.

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  2 года назад +1

      Best of luck!! I’ll be praying for your success!!

    • @kangyeseo8376
      @kangyeseo8376 2 года назад

      @@MichaelToohey tysm! i got a 148 for english but i was one point away from passing the essay so i have to do it again. But at least i still have time to keep preparing! i’m going to study the essay some more.

  • @obeytweety
    @obeytweety Год назад +1

    This feels more like a philosophy class lmaoo

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  Год назад +1

      Ha! I love this comment! I take it as a high compliment : )

  • @howlingmedia4354
    @howlingmedia4354 2 года назад +1

    The TSI essay is 300-600 words!

  • @alansam9548
    @alansam9548 3 года назад +1

    Really appreciate the start! Thank you

    • @MichaelToohey
      @MichaelToohey  3 года назад

      My pleasure!!! I’m happy to help!!