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IELTS Writing Task 2 – Topic: EDUCATION

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1.  As computers are being used more and more in education, there will be soon no role for teachers in the classroom.

Sample Answer 1

There have been immense advances in technology in most aspects of people’s lives, especially  in the field of education. Nowadays, an increasing number of students rely on computers to  research for information and to produce a perfect paper for school purposes. Others have  decided to leave the original way of learning to get knowledge through online schools. These  changes in the learning process have brought a special concern regarding the possible  decrease of importance of teachers in the classroom.

Some people believe the role of teachers started to fade because computers have been helping  some students to progress in their studies quicker than when compared with an original  classroom. For example, in the same classroom, students have different intellectual capacities,  thus some would be tied to a slow advance in their studies because of others‟ incapacity of  understanding. In this way, pupils could progress in their acquisition of knowledge at their own  pace using computers instead of learning from teachers.

However, the presence of a teacher is essential for students because the human contact  influences them in positive ways. Firstly, students realize that they are not dealing with a  machine but with a human being who deserves attention and respect. They also learn the  importance of studying in group and respect other students, which helps them to improve their  social skills.

Moreover, teachers are required in the learning process because they acknowledge some  student’s deficiencies and help them to solve their problems by repeating the same explanation,  giving extra exercises or even suggesting a private tutor. Hence, students can have a bigger  chance not to fail in a subject.

In conclusion, the role for teachers in the learning process is still very important and it will  continue to be in the future because no machine can replace the human interaction and its  consequences.

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Sample Answer 2

Nobody can argue that the acquisition of knowledge is more fun and easier with  computers. The mere activity of touching and exploring this device constitutes an  enjoyable task for a kid. This, accompanied with the relaxing attitude and software  interactivity, usually conduce to a better grasping of new knowledge. At a higher  educational level; the availability of digital books, simulator and other academic  materials, provide the student with an ever accessible source of information, that  otherwise would not be at hand.

But, besides the increasing complexity and behavior of intelligent software, which is  usually embedded in the academic digital material, the need of human interaction in the  learning process will always be present, at least in the foreseeable future. There is the  necessity for a human being to be able to determine what the specifics needs of each  individual are. The expertise of a teacher in how to explain and adapt complex concepts  to different individuals can hardly be mimicked by a computer, no matter how  sophisticated its software is.

As computers are becoming a common tool for teaching, teachers should be more  aware of their role as guides in the acquisition of knowledge rather than transmitters of  facts. They have to be open minded to the changes that are taking places, keep  updated and serve as a problem solvers in the learning process, thus allowing students  to discover the fact for themselves.

To summarize, in my personal view, teachers play and will() play an important role in  the classroom, especially at the primary level. No matter how complex computers  become, there will be no replacement for the human interaction, but in the way haw this  interaction takes place.

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2. In some countries young people are encouraged to work or travel for a year between finishing high school and starting university studies. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages for young people who decide to do this.

Sample Answer

It is quite common these days for young people in many countries to have a break from  studying after graduating from high school. This trend is not restricted to rich students  who have the money to travel, but is also evident among poorer students who choose to  work and become economically independent for a period of time.

The reasons for this trend may involve the recognition that a young adult who passes  directly from school to university is rather restricted in terms of general knowledge and  experience of the world. By contrast, those who have spent some time earning a living  or traveling to other places have a broader view of life and better personal resources to  draw on. They tend to be more independent, which is a very important factor in  academic study and research, as well as giving them an advantage in terms of coping  with the challenges of student life.

However, there are certainly dangers in taking time off at that important age. Young  adults may end up never returning to their studies or finding it difficult to readapt to an  academic environment. They may think that it is better to continue in a particular job, or  to do something completely different from a university course. But overall, I think this is  less likely today, when academic qualifications are essential for getting a reasonable  career.

My view is that young people should be encouraged to broaden their horizons. That is  the best way for them to get a clear perspective of what they are hoping to do with their  lives and why. Students with such a perspective are usually the most effective and  motivated ones and taking a year off may be the best way to gain this.

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3. Some people believe that a college or university education should be available to all students. Others believe that higher education should be available only to good students. Discuss these views. Which view do you agree with? Explain why.

People learn through their entire lives. They constantly improve their knowledge and  develop. I think that a college or university education should be available to all students  because every person has the right to choose the way to self-perfection. Bellow I will  give some of my reasons to support my position.

First of all, every person should have the chance to get a higher degree, gain new  knowledge and experience. However, some people believe that higher education should  be available only to good students. I think it is silly. It is like to make unavailable  traveling for one who does not have IQ high enough.

Second of all, some young people do not do well at school but they have great  personality and ability to learn. They are self-confident, persistent and patient. With  these qualities they can get higher grades then their classmates who are talented but  lazy. Imagine for example situation when a teenager gets high grades because his or  her parents constantly make him or her study and help to do most of the homework. In  this case a child does very well at school but I think a college can show the opposite  results.

Finally, it is a discrimination against students to make available higher education only  for good ones.  So, if a student does poor and gets low grades he/she should be sent down. But if a  person was never given a chance to try himself/herself at college, what to do in this  case?

To sum up, I think that all young people should have the chance to get a higher  education. To take or not this chance must be up to them.

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4. Some people believe that the best way of learning about life is by listening to the advice of family and friends. Other people believe that the best way of learning about life is through personal experience. Compare the advantages of these two different ways of learning about life. Which do you think is preferable? Use specific examples to support your preference.

From my everyday experience and observation I can stand that the best way of learning  about life is through personal experience. However, some people think that it is wiser to  learn about life through listening to the advice of family and friends. It does not mean I  totally disagree with this way of learning. Moreover, I think that it is wise for a person to take an intermediate position because each of these ways has its own advantages.  Bellow I will give my reasons to support my point of view.

From the one side, learning through one’s personal experience brings many benefits.  First of all, scientists say that personal experience has greater impact on a person. I  have to agree with this. Take for example children. They will not believe their parents  that something can hurt them until they try it and make sure in it. Furthermore, most  likely they will remember this experience longer. Second of all, people learn how to  analyze their mistakes, make conclusions and next time try to avoid them. So, I think it  is a great experience that makes people stronger, more self-confident and persistent.  They gain more knowledge and experience that will be very helpful and valuable in the future.

From the other side, listening to the advice of family and friends brings many benefits  too. Parents with great patience pass down their knowledge and experience to their  children. They teach them all they know and they want their children do not make the  same mistakes. In addition to those practical benefits, learning from someone’s advice  is painless. For example, parents nowadays very often talk to their children about drugs.  I think it is a great example when one should not try drugs in order to gain new  experience. I think it is a case when children must trust their parents.

To sum up, I think it is wise to combine both of these ways to learn and try to analyze  personal mistakes as well as not personal. I think together they can greatly simplify  one’s life and make the way to success shorter.

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5. With the pressures on today’s young people to succeed academically, some people believe that non-academic subjects at school (eg: physical education and cookery) should be removed from the syllabus so that children can concentrate wholly on academic subjects. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

What young people should study at school has long been the subject of intense debate  and this is a question that certainly does not have one correct answer.

We need to provide young people the best possible chance of doing well at school. In  traditional curriculum there is a wide variety of subjects with a mix of academic and nonacademic subjects. In this way a young person is formed with a rounded education.  Non-academic subjects would include sports, cooking, woodwork and metalwork. I  believe this is the best form of education. A young person should learn things other than  academic subjects. Sport is particularly important. Young people have to learn to love  sport so that they can be fit and healthy later in life. If not we will be raising an obese  and unfit generation.

I totally understand the point of view that education is so important that students must  be pushed as hard as possible to achieve their best. It sounds a good idea to only  expose the students to academic subjects as then they can spend all of their school  hours on studying areas that will get them into university and good jobs later in life. I just  feel a more rounded education would produce a better individual. We must remember  too that a lot of people, maybe even most people, aren‛t academically minded and  would benefit more from a more vocationally based education. Forcing academic  studies onto them would lead to failure and the student leaving school too early.

Therefore I agree that although a wholly academic curriculum would suit and benefit  some young people, I believe that for most students non-academic subjects are  important inclusions still in today‛s syllabuses.

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6. In many countries, sports and exercise classes are replaced with the academic subjects. Discuss the effects of this trend.

Over the past few decades, academic subjects have become increasingly important in  this fast-changing information-based society. Nowadays, there has been a growing  debate as to whether it would be more effective to replace physical education classes  with academic subjects. Despite the importance of sports, I highly believe that it is  inevitable and more efficient to focus more on academic subjects for several reasons.

Those who argue that sports and exercise classes are needed in school base their case  on the following arguments. First of all, sports are a good way to build character and  develop personality. That is, there are necessary for learning about competition,  cooperation, and good sportsmanship. In addition, as a majority of children these days  are addicted to the Internet, they find it hard to leave their computer. Consequently, a  growing number of children are becoming overweight or obese due to a lack of  exercise. So, if schools foster an environment that deprives students of getting a proper  physical education, it will have a long-term negative effect on children both mentally and  physically.

Nevertheless, people should not ignore the fact that devoting more time and energy to  academic subjects will benefit students more in the long run. The time devoted to  physical education now would be better spent teaching students English. This is  because speaking fluent English will give young people an advantage over other college  applicants and job seekers in the near future. Besides, science will undoubtedly benefit  youth more than physical education as well. The principles learned in science will  provide the necessary foundation for solving and difficult problems that are sure to arise  in students’ futures.

In summary, there are high hopes that educators and parents exercise wisdom in  teaching young generations.

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7. Some people think high school graduates should travel or work for a period of time instead of going directly to study at university. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of both approaches. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

High school students face many decisions as they prepare to graduate, including what  they are going to do after graduation. Some high school students go directly to college  or university after graduation. Others prefer to travel or work for some time before going  to university.

For those who choose to go college or university after graduation, there are advantages  and disadvantages. One of the big advantages of going directly from high school to  college is that you are still in the habit of studying. By going to college after graduation,  you do not lose the study skills that you developed during high school. The big  disadvantages, however, is that you may not be ready for college. You may not know  exactly what you want to study, or you may be more interested in freedom and parties  than in your courses. At that age, it is often difficult for students to take on the  responsibilities of college.

There are also advantages and disadvantages to working or traveling before starting  college. Working or traveling allows you a better idea of what you want to do with your  life. You gain practical experience that helps you define what you want to study. You  also are well prepared for the responsibilities of college or university studies. On the  other hand, by the time you start college, you will probably have obligations, like a job or  spouse, which keep you from focusing on studies. In addition, travelling or working  before college may cause you to spend enough time out of school that you forget how  to study.

The desicion of what to do after high school graduation can be a difficult one. Deciding  whether to go straight into college or university or take time to work or travel is  something that faces every high school student. After thinking about the advantages  and disadvantages of both options, the decision should be based on what is best for  you.

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8. The student who study from the school to university get benefit less and contribute less too, than those of student who go to travel or job and get skills and experience before going high. Do you agree or disagree?

Nowadays, in our competitive world, to succeed, knowledge from school and university  is not enough. Therefore, the student who study from the school to university get benefit  less and contribute less too, than those of student who go to travel or job and get  experience and skills before going high. There are two following reasons to prove for my  opinion. I call the group of people who study from school to university is group A and the other group is group B.

Firstly, at school and university, what group A gain is almost theory, theory and theory.  Of course, theory is very necessary, however, you can’t do everything with theory. You  must have practicable experience. This is what group A lack very much. Although in the  third of fourth year at university, group A can be apprentices in some companies, to help  them approach their future jobs, they aren’t trained well because of short time. And the  real job is still very strange with them. After graduating, without experience, group A  can’t accomplish their work perfectly. On the other hand, it take them time and money to  keep up with other experienced ones and may be scorned. Therefore, group A can  contribute less than group B who have the most two important things: skills and  experience.

Secondly, as group A is contribute less, they surely get less benefit. Moreover, many  companies which employ people in group A have to train them from the back-ground.  These companies take this cost from group A‟s salary to get rid of the fact that their  employees may leave after being trained to other companies. So, less benefit is  unavoidable and certain, Whereas group B are more loyal and effective workers. They  also have useful experience and skills. Besides, their education is the same as or even  higher than group A. As the result, group B get more benefit absolutely.

In conclusion, I think student should go to travel or job before going high. Therefore,  they can’t only have basic knowledge but also skills and experience which are useful for  them to get a good job and a brilliant future.

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9. Disruptive school students have a negative influence on others. Students who are noisy and disobedient should be grouped together and taught separately. Do you agree or disagree?

There is no doubt that some students in schools behave badly and their behaviour  causes difficulty for others either because it has a negative effect on the group or  because ordinary students find it difficult to study with them.

One solution is to take these students away and teach them on their own. However, if  we simply have them removed after one or two warnings, we are limiting their  educational opportunities because it seems to me that a school which caters for difficult  students is a sort of “prison” whatever name you give it and the people who go there may never recover from the experience. This can then cause problems for the wider  society.

Perhaps we need to look at why the disruptive students behave badly before we  separate them. Disruptive students may be very intelligent and find the classes boring  because the work is too easy. Perhaps these students need extra lessons rather than  separate lessons. Or perhaps the teachers are uninspiring and this results in  behavioural problems so we need better teachers. On the other hand, most studentsput  up with this situation rather than cause trouble, and some people argue that we have to  learn to suffer bad teachers and boring situations and that students who can’t learn this  lesson need to be taught separately.

So before we condemn the students to a special school, we should look at factors such  as the teaching, because once the children have been separated, it is very unlikely that  they will be brought back.

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10. Some people think that universities should not provide so much theoretical knowledge but give more practical training throughout their courses. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

In the past, a majority of academics have held the opinion that universities should only  offer a theoretically-based approach to teaching throughout their courses, as opposed  to the more recent trend towards empirical acquisition of knowledge involving more  “hands on” experience. Is this the most effective way for students to learn vital  academic information while undertaking their degrees? Undoubtedly, advantages and  disadvantages of both academic learning styles have to be evaluated.

Firstly, on the one hand, despite being the more traditional educational approach,  learning from theory in relevant academic discourses to identify established knowledge  allows us to gain a professional insight. For example, students can easily identify facts  and opinions from past discourses. In addition, students acquire knowledge more easily  when given relative theoretical examples to build upon. For instance, in subjects such  as history or sociology, studying textbook examples allows students to unravel complex  academic theories which they could expand on. Alternatively, there are some  disadvantages for students.

On the other hand, there is no doubt that students could find themselves reading  tedious and monotonous academic papers. For instance, university degrees involving  the evaluation of numerous „long-winded‟ academic discourses provide little inspiration  for students, discouraging enthusiasm. Obviously, interest can be stimulated through  empirical research in class. By this I mean that „the human brain learns best by doing‟.  Although time-consuming, there is no substitute for learning from making mistakes.

In conclusion, while both approaches have benefits and drawbacks in our ever- changing academic world, I honestly believe that a more practical approach promotes a  stronger acquisition of academic knowledge. In spite of the comprehensive nature which  theoretical teaching can possibly provide, practical learning equals more positive  learning for future generations.

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11. People attend college or university for many defferent reasons (for example, new experiences, career preparation, increased knowledge). Why do you think people attend college or university?

People attend college for a lot of different reasons. I believe that the three most common  reasons are to prepare for a career, to have new experiences, and to increase their knowledge  of themselves and of the world around them.

Career preparation is probably the primary reason that people attend college. These days, the  job market is very competitive. Careers such as information technology will need many new  workers in the near future. At college, students can learn new skills for these careers and  increase their opportunities for the future.

Students also go to college to have new experiences. For many, it is their first time away from  home. At college, they can meet new people from many different places. They can see what life  is like in a different city. They can learn to live on their own and take care of themselves without  having their family always nearby.

At college, students have the opportunity to increase their knowledge. As they decide what they  want to study, pursue their studies, and interact with their classmates, they learn a lot about  themselves. They also, of course, have the opportunity to learn about many subjects in their  classes. In addition to the skills and knowledge related to their career, college students also  have the chance to take classes in other areas. For many, this will be their last chance to study  different subjects.

Colleges offer much more than career preparation. They offer the opportunity to have new  experiences and to learn many kinds of things. I think all of these are reasons why people  attend college.

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People attend colleges or universities for a lot of different reasons. I believe that the  three most common reasons are to prepare for a career, to have new experiences, and  to increase their knowledge of themselves and the world around them.

Career preparation is becoming more and more important to young people. For many, this is the primary reason to go to college. They know that the job market is competitive.  At college, they can learn new skill for careers with a lot of opportunities. This means  careers, such as information technology, that are expected to need a large workforce in  the coming years.

Also, students go to colleges and universities to have new experiences. This often  means having the opportunity to meet people different from those in their hometowns.  For most students, going to college is the first time they’ve been away from home by  themselves. In additions, this is the first time they’ve had to make decisions on their  own. Making these decisions increases their knowledge of themselves.

Besides looking for self-knowledge, people also attend a university or college to expand  their knowledge in subjects they find interesting. For many, this will be their last chance  for a long time to learn about something that doesn’t relate to their career.

I would recommend that people not be so focused on a career. They should go to  college to have new experiences and learn about themselves and the world they live in.

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12. Nowadays, education overseas has become more accessible and growing numbers of people send their offspring to study in other countries. However, this trend has its detractors. I strongly believe that the pros far outweigh the cons, and will examine both below.

One of the greatest advantages is that the children learn to be independent. Having to cook,  clean, and pay bills instills this in them. Often they have to work part-time to make ends meet,  and this impresses upon them the importance of work and money management.

Another important factor is that these children will be exposed to different cultures and ways of  thinking. They will become more open-minded and tolerant and are likely to become more  adaptable individuals.

One of the main motives for sending young people abroad to study is that it enhances their  employment prospects. In my experience of living in foreign countries and speaking to various  youths, it seems that a foreign education is regarded as something desirable and helpful in  getting a decent job. A degree from Britain, for example, is seen as being of a higher standard  than one from a developing country. Furthermore, living in a foreign country may lead to fluency  in a second language, which is another selling point for prospective employers. In addition,  many companies are keen to recruit people with a global outlook.

There are a few drawbacks however. For instance, without parental supervision, the new found freedom children experience may lead to harmful practices such as drug-taking and drinking.  Reluctance or inability to reintegrate into their mother country is another. To sum up, it can be  seen that the advantages of studying abroad for children are more numerous than the  disadvantages. Of course a lot depends on the age of the child, but I believe that for most  teenagers it would be a positive experience.

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13. It has been said, “Not everything that is learned is contained in books.” Compare and contrast knowledge gained from experience with knowledge gained from books. In your opinion, which source is more important? Why?

“Experience is the best teacher” is an old cliché, but I agree with it. We can learn a lot of  important things from books, but the most important lessons in life come from our own  experiences. Throughout the different stages of life, from primary school to university to  adulthood, experience teaches us many skills we need for life.

As children in primary school, we learn facts and information from books, but that is not all we  learn in school. On the playground we learn how to make friends. In our class work, we learn  how it feels to succeed and what we do when we fail. We start to learn about the things we like  to do and the things we don’t. We don’t learn these things from books, but from our experiences  with our friends and classmates.

In our university classes, we learn a lot of information and skills we will need for our future  careers, but we also learn a lot that is not in our textbooks. In our daily lives both in class and  out of class, we learn to make decisions for ourselves. We learn to take on responsibilities. We  learn to get along with our classmates, our roommates, and our workmates. Our successes and  failures help us develop skills we will need in our adult lives. They are skills that no book can  teach us.

Throughout our adulthood, experience remains a constant teacher. We may continue to read or  take classes for professional development. However, our experiences at work, at home, and  with our friends teach us more. The triumphs and disasters of our lives teach us how to improve  our careers and also how to improve our relationships and how to be the person each one of us  wants to be.

Books teach us a lot, but there is a limit to what they teach. They can give us information or  show us another person’s experiences. These are valuable things, but the lessons we learn  from our own experiences, from childhood through adulthood, are the most important ones we  learn.

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People are learning and practicing through their entire life. I believe that life  experience and practice are the basic reasons of the humankind’s evolution. However,  in my opinion, knowledge gained from books plays a very important role in the modern  life.

The most obviously important advantage of books is that they hold all knowledge gained  by previous generations. People write books about their discoveries and inventions,  which are gained through practice and experience. This knowledge is accumulated in  books that are passed from generation to generation. So, basically, people get all  knowledge about the previous achievements from books, analyze it and than, according  to their experience and new data, write new books. In this case, books are the holders  of humankind’s experience.

For example, at old times people thought that the Earth was flat. It was concluded from  observations and studying. However, the next generations, using the experience of  their ancestors, proved that the Earth was round.

Personally, I think that books are very important because they are able to give people  the basic and fundamental knowledge. Books store history, the important events and  discoveries. Without them it is difficult and sometimes impossible to move forward,  make new discoveries and inventions.

To summarize, I think a person should take basic knowledge from books because it will  help him to make his own inventions, conclusions and discoveries. Only using both  books and one’s experience one can move forward.

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14. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? People should read only those books that are about real events, real people, and established facts. Use specific reasons and details to support your opinion .

Some people think that fiction books have no use at all. They claim that people should  read about real events that took place, real people, and established facts. I have to  totally disagree with this statement. From my everyday experience and observation I  can stand that fiction, miracles and fairy tails are required in our life. For several  reasons, which I will mention below, I believe that fiction books play an essential role in  our life.

First of all, it is kind of difficult to imagine a six year old child reading about politics or  history with the real facts that are not always pleasant. I think that children need  miracles and Santa Claus because the real world is too complicated for them. They are  too innocent and inexperienced to know the real facts and understand what a real life is  about. In addition, I am sure that making a child read only non-fiction books can result in  shock.

Second of all, following this statement about refusing from reading books about fiction  events we also should refuse from festivals, parades, and celebration such holidays as Halloween because most of the characters there are fictional. Moreover, comic books  will disappear as well as animated films and fiction movies. The disadvantage of nonfiction lies in the facts that nothing happens to excite the mind and spirit. From the other side, fiction provides a great slope for a mind to think creatively.

In conclusion, I think that people need miracles. We can not be satisfied with only naked  truth. Human kind must believe in something and this belief helps people break limits and make new inventions.

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15. Going overseas for university study is an exciting prospect for many people. But while it may offer some advantages, it is probably better to stay home because of the difficulties a student inevitably encounters living and studying in a different culture. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

There is no doubt that going to study in a foreign country, with its different language and culture,  can be a frustrating and sometimes painful experience. But while overseas study has its  drawbacks, the difficulties are far outweighed by the advantages. Indeed, people who go abroad  for study open themselves up to experiences that those who stay at home will never have.

The most obvious advantage to overseas university study is real-life use of a different language.  While a person can study a foreign language in his or her own country, it cannot compare with  constant use of the language in academic and everyday life. There is no better opportunity to  improve second-language skills than living in the country in which it is spoken. Moreover, having  used the language during one’s studies offers a distinct advantage when one is applying for jobs  back home that require the language.

On a university campus, the foreign student is not alone in having come from far away. He or  she will likely encounter many others from overseas and it is possible to make friends from all  around the world. This is not only exciting on a social level, but could lead to important overseas  contacts in later professional life.

Finally, living and studying abroad offers one a new and different perspective of the world and,  perhaps most important, of one’s own country. Once beyond the initial shock of being in a new  culture, the student slowly begins to get a meaningful understanding of the host society. On  returning home, one inevitably sees one’s own country in a new, often more appreciative, light.

In conclusion, while any anxiety about going overseas for university study is certainly  understandable, it is important to remember that the benefits offered by the experience make it  well worthwhile.

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16. Many students do not finish school. Why is this, and how can the problem be solved? School Drop-Outs: Problems and Solutions

Today, although most students in the UAE complete school, a large number still drop  out because of family, social and work pressures. This problem requires serious action  from both individuals and the government.

Most students who do not complete school do so because of family problems. Girls,  especially, want to get married and start a family. Some parents are not interested in  education and do not support their children in studying. Social problems are also a  contributing factor. Education is compulsory but, despite this, some people do not take it  seriously. Furthermore, jobs are available even if students do not have a good  education. The third reason is work pressure. Some families are poor and need their  children to work in order to increase the income. All these problems will create young  people who do not have any skills and who will not be able to improve their lives for the  family and the country.

There are several things that can be done about these problems. Parents should be  encouraged to send their children to school. Schools with baby-minding facilities should  be opened specially for married students. The government needs to stress the  importance of education and even offer financial support to students to continue. This  will encourage students to stay at school rather than start working.

In conclusion, there are several things that the government can do to allow more people  to finish school. However, a number of society attitudes also have to change if the  country’s young people are to achieve their full potential.

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17. Does a university education lead to success in life?

It is very difficult to answer the claim that a person needs a university education to be  successful in life because success in life means different things to different people. This  essay starts by defining three different ideas of success. Following this, it looks at which  types of success are dependent on a university education.

Success in life can be achieved in different ways. Many magazines and television  programmes tell us that success means having a lot of money, having a fulfilling career,  and being powerful. In contrast, most religious and spiritual organizations claim that  success means finding spiritual happiness and being at peace with God and with yourself. Another idea of success focuses on relationships – being surrounded by  people who love you and care about you, spending time with family and friends.

A university education can help you achieve some types of success, but it makes little  or no difference to whether or not you are successful in other areas of life. Undoubtedly,  a university education is essential if you want to have a career in a profession such as  law, engineering, teaching, or medicine. However, you do not need a university degree  to become a wealthy and powerful movie star, sports star or business person. In fact, a  university education does not generally enable you to achieve spiritual happiness, or to  have successful relationships with family and friends.

In conclusion, there are many different types of success. A university education may  help you to achieve professional success in some careers. However, it will not help you  to achieve success in other areas of your life such as your spiritual life or your  relationships.

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18. Education: Losing its Value

Today, it seems to be universally accepted that increased education is a good thing.  Thousands of colleges and millions of students spend vast amounts of time and money  chasing pieces of paper. But what is the value of these qualifications? This essay will  discuss whether education has been devalued.

Supporters of education (usually teachers or educators, or those who have an interest  in stopping people thinking for themselves) say that increased levels of education will  open doors for students. Certificates, diplomas, and degrees are held up as a status  symbol, a passport to a private club of money and power.

However, the truly powerful are not those who have taken degrees, but people who  have stood back and looked at what is really important in life. They have seen  opportunity and followed dreams. These people are found in every part of society. Like  many brilliant people, Einstein was a weak student at math. Like many successful  businessmen, Bill Gates never completed college. Like many inventive and creative  people, Edison never went to school. The greatest religious teachers do not have letters  after their name, but have looked into their hearts for meaning. Similarly, the world’s  political leaders do not have master’s degrees or doctorates. These are the people who  shaped our century, and they are too busy with real life to spend time in the paper  chase.

Students in college are being sold an illusion. They are made to believe that self-understanding and society approval will come with the acquisition of a piece of paper.  Instead of thinking for themselves, and finding their own personality and strengths, they  are fitted like square pegs into round holes.

The role of education is to prepare masses of people to operate at low levels of ability in  a very limited and restricted range of activities. Some of these activities are more  challenging than perhaps the assembly lines of the past, but still the ultimate purpose is  equally uninteresting. More worryingly, despite the increased level of education, people  are still not genuinely expected to think for themselves. In fact, the longer years of  schooling make the job of brainwashing even easier.

There is still a role for study, research, and education. However, we need to examine  our emphasis on education for the sake of a piece of paper, and to learn the real  meaning and revolutionary challenge of knowledge.

 (395 words)

19. Education: Still Invaluable!

In the past, degrees were very unusual in my family. I remember the day my uncle  graduated. We had a huge party, and for many years my mother called him “the genius”  and listened to his opinion. Today, in comparison five of my brothers and sisters have  degrees, and two are studying for their masters’. However, some people think that this  increased access to education is devaluing degrees. In this essay, I will look at some of  the arguments for and against the increased emphasis on degrees in our society.

People have several arguments against the need for degrees. They say that having so  many graduates devalues a degree. People lose respect for the degree holder. It is also  claimed that education has become a rat race. Graduates have to compete for jobs  even after years of studying. Another point is that studying for such a long time leads to  learners becoming inflexible. They know a lot about one narrow subject, but are unable  to apply their skills. Employers prefer more flexible and adaptable workers.

However, I feel strongly that this move to having more qualifications is a positive  development. In the past education was only for the rich and powerful. Now it is  available to everyone, and this will have many advantages for the country and the  individual. First of all, it is impossible to be overeducated. The more people are  educated, the better the world will be, because people will be able to discuss and  exchange ideas. A further point is that people with degrees have many more  opportunities. They can take a wider variety of jobs and do what they enjoy doing,  instead of being forced to take a job they dislike. Finally, a highly educated workforce is  good for the economy of the country. It attracts foreign investment.

In conclusion, although there are undoubtedly some problems with increased levels of  education, I feel strongly that the country can only progress if all its people are educated  to the maximum of their ability.

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20. It is often said that the subjects taught in schools are too academic in orientation and that it would be more useful for children to learn about practical matters such as home management, work and interpersonal skills. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

A criticism often heard these days is that the subjects taught in schools tend to be too  academic, and contribute little to preparing a young person for the real-life tasks he or she will  have to perform after graduation. They say that academic subjects are rooted in the past, and  are not useful for solving modern problems. I disagree with this point of view for three reasons.

My first reason is that it is the duty of parents, not teachers, to prepare their children to deal with  the practical affairs of life. The home, not the classroom, is the ideal place to learn about home  management and interpersonal skills. As for work abilities and attitudes, they are best learned  “on the job” and under the supervision of an experienced older worker.

My second reason is that academic subjects have withstood the test of time. They represent the  accumulated wisdom of our ancestors down through the ages, and, far from being impractical,  they equip us with the knowledge and confidence to make sound judgements about any  problems which may crop up. In addition, academic subjects are good for training us in mental  discipline, while practical subjects are weak in this regard.

My third reason is based on the saying “Man does not live by bread alone.” Schooldays devoted  solely to instruction in down-to-earth practical matters would be dull indeed! Lessons in the best  literature of the world, and the epoch-making scientific and geographical discoveries of the past  enrich our lives and make us feel that we are part of the great family of mankind.

All in all, the teaching of academic subjects in schools is entirely appropriate. It is my firmly held  view that practical subjects have no place in the classroom. On the contrary, the curriculum  should be more academic!

 (300 words)

21. It has been said, “Not every thing that is learned is contained in books.” Compare and contrast knowledge gained from experience with knowledge gained from books. In your opinion, which source is more important? Why?

“Experience is the best teacher” is an old cliché, but I agree with it. The most important,  and sometimes the hardest, lessons we learn in life come from our participation in  situations. You can‟ learn everything from a book.

Of course, learning from books in a formal educational setting is also valuable. It’s in  schools that we learn the information we need to function in our society. We learn how  to speak and write and understand mathematical equations. This is all information that  we need to live in our communities and earn a living.

Nevertheless, I think that the most important lessons can’t be taught; they have to be  experienced. No one can teach us how to get along with others or how to have self-respect. As we grow from children into teenagers, no one can teach us how to deal with peer pressure. As we leave adolescence behind and enter adult life, no one can teach us how to fall in love and get married.

This shouldn’t stop us from looking for guidelines along the way. Teachers and parents  are valuable sources of advice when we’re young. As we enter into new stages in our  lives, the advice we receive from them is very helpful because they have already bad  similar experiences. But experiencing our own triumphs and disasters is really the only  way to learn how to deal with life.

 (232 words)

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IELTS Writing Task 2 ( also known as IELTS Essay Writing ) is the second task of your IELTS Writing test. Here, you will be presented with an essay topic and you will be scored based on your ability to respond to the topic.

You need to write at least 250 words and justify your opinion with arguments, discussion, examples, problem outlining, proposing possible solutions and supporting your position. You will have approximately 40 minutes to finish your Essay Writing. IELTS Writing Task 2 carries more weights than Writing Task 1.

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IELTS Writing Task 2: ✍️ Everything You Need to Know

When helping students prepare for the IELTS test, one of the biggest fears is how to do well in IELTS Writing Task 2. 

IELTS Writing Task 2 is the second part of the writing test, where you are presented with a point of view, argument or problem and asked to write an essay in response. Your essay should be in a formal style, at least 250 words in length and you should aim to complete it in under 40 minutes. 

IELTS Writing Task 2: Everything You Need to Know

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In this video, I’ll outline exactly what you must do to create an IELTS Writing Task 2 essay that could score a Band 7, 8 or 9.

It doesn’t matter if you’re new to IELTS or if you’ve failed the exam before – I’ve broken everything down into a simple 3-step process that anyone can use to improve their scores! Watch the video above to find out what they are.

5 Steps to a Band 7 in IELTS Writing Task 2

1. Understand the question.

You must understand the question before you attempt to answer it. This way, you’ll know exactly what the examiner is looking for. One of the biggest mistakes students make is not answering the question fully, which stops them from getting a score higher than a Band 5.

To analyse the question , you must first identify the question type, then identify the keywords in the question and finally identify the instructions words. This will help you understand exactly what the examiner wants you to do with the question.

2. Plan your answer.

The students who get the highest marks in Writing Task 2 always plan their answers for up to 10 minutes. Planning helps you organise your ideas and structure your essay before you write it, saving you time and helping you produce a clear and coherent essay.

3. Write an introduction.

The introduction should answer the question directly. This tells the examiner that you know what you are doing straight away and helps you write your main body paragraphs.

4. Write the main body paragraphs.

This is where you give the examiner more detail . You do this by stating your main points and supporting these with explanations and relevant examples.

5. Write a conclusion.

In your conclusion , you should provide a summary of what you already said in the rest of your essay.

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4 Ways to Improve your Score in IELTS Writing Task 2

Many people know they need to improve their writing skills but don’t know how to do it. Here are 4 ways you can boost your score in Writing Task 2:

1. Understand the exam.

You must first understand what IELTS Writing Task 2 is, what you are expected to do and how to give the examiners what they want. This is the first stage and one that is often overlooked.

There are many online resources, often with conflicting and poor-quality information, so finding a reliable source of information is key.

2. Identify your weak areas.

If your car breaks down, you would try and identify which part caused the problem. If you get sick, your doctor will run tests to determine the exact cause of your symptoms.

IELTS Writing Task 2 is the same. We must first identify WHY you are not getting the score you need before we can help you improve.

However, be very careful! You wouldn’t ask the average man on the street for medical advice, so make sure you find someone who knows what they are doing and has the expertise to help you with this.

3. Fix the problems.

Now that we know what the problems are, we must fix them.

If your grammar needs work, fix those issues. If your vocabulary is lacking, work on fixing this issue.

Just as a good doctor can help you fix a medical problem, a good IELTS teacher can help you fix your specific issues.

4. Practice and get feedback.

Practice alone will not help you. It is an essential part of your preparation, but you must also get feedback on your work if you are really going to improve.

You wouldn’t try to teach yourself how to drive without an instructor, would you?

Find someone who will give you accurate and helpful feedback on your work. Otherwise, you will not be able to move to the last stage.

Now that you have understood what you need to do, identified the exact areas you need to work on, improved those areas, and received feedback on your work, you are now ready to get the IELTS Writing Task 2 score you deserve.

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Writing Task 2 Structures 

I want to warn you about structures because they are not a magic wand that will help you automatically get a higher score. They WILL help you, but please realise that they are just a small part of your overall score.

These structures provide a sentence-by-sentence template for all the main Task 2 question types, making your job much easier on exam day.

  • Task 2 Essay Structures

Essential Writing Task 2 Skills 

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No matter how good your English is, you must still learn IELTS writing skills before taking the Writing Task 2 test. These helpful guides will take you through each of these skills step-by-step:

  • How to Plan an Essay

Making a good plan actually saves you time when you write your essay. This guide will show you how to plan and write a clear essay every time.

  • How to Think of Relevant Ideas

This guide provides 5 different methods to help you quickly think of relevant ideas that are directly linked to the question.

  • How to Write a Complex Sentence

Complex sentences help you boost your score for grammar. They are actually very simple to write and are not complex at all.

  • How to Paraphrase

Paraphrasing is one of the essential IELTS skills for all parts of the IELTS test. You should paraphrase the question in the very first sentence of your essay to help boost your vocabulary score in Writing Task 2.

  • How to Write a Supporting Paragraph

Supporting paragraphs are the main body paragraphs and are the meat in the sandwich. This is where you provide the detail the examiner is looking for in the form of explanations and examples.

  • How to Write a Thesis Statement

A thesis statement tells the examiner your opinion. Many IELTS Writing Task 2 questions specifically ask for your opinion, and if you don’t write it clearly, you have not answered the question properly. This article shows you how, where and when to give your opinion.

How many words should I write?

Around 250 words? Exactly 250 words or over 250 words? How many words over? How do I know how many words I have? Will I lose marks if I write too many words? This article answers all those questions.

  • How to Understand and Analyse Any Question

A critical part of answering any question. This article shows you how to break down any Task 2 question and identify the keywords, micro-keywords and instruction words to help you answer the question effectively.

  • How to Write a Great Introduction

The introduction is the first thing the examiner reads; therefore, we must give them a good first impression. I share a very specific sentence-by-sentence structure in this article to help you write introductions quickly and effectively.

  • Task 2 Marking Criteria 

Do you know how Task 2 is marked? What is the difference between a Band 5 and a Band 8 answer? This article breaks down the marking criteria and explains it in simple language so you can give the IELTS examiners exactly what they want.

  • How to Write a Conclusion

A good conclusion should be a summary of your main points. The conclusion is the last thing the examiner reads, and if you can write a good one, you will leave them with a very good impression.

  • Using Examples

Each of your supporting paragraphs should have a specific example that supports and illustrates your main point. This is an essential skill to learn if you want to get one of the higher band scores.

  • Cohesive Devices

Cohesive devices (sometimes called linking words) are one of the most misunderstood and misused elements of writing. Therefore, you must learn how to use them and when to use them.

  • The Danger of Synonyms

While synonyms are very important, they can also really reduce your mark if used incorrectly.

  • Paragraphing and Editing

This article will show you how to make your writing as clear and as easy to read as possible. It will also advise you on whether to use a pen or pencil.

  • IELTS Writing Task 2: 8 Steps to Success

Read this blog now to access our 61-page Task 2 strategy.

  • IELTS Writing Tips

I have compiled these tips after years of teaching IELTS, and all of them have been approved by IELTS examiners.

  • Coherence and Cohesion

This is a video lesson that shows you in practical terms how to improve your coherence and cohesion score.

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Writing Task 2 Common Topics 

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Knowing the common topics can help you prepare for the test more efficiently. Here are the 10 most common topics over the last few years. Studying hard is great, but don’t forget to study smart.

The article below will show you the top 10 most common IELTS topics.

  • Most Common Task 2 Topics 

Full IELTS Writing Task 2 Practice Lessons 

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Here are some lessons that I have used when teaching students about IELTS Writing Task 2. I have changed them so that you can easily learn from home. They are very long but contain all the necessary information combined with the skills above.

  • Agree or Disagree (Opinion) Lesson

In this lesson, we look at how to tackle an ‘agree or disagree’ question. Many people worry about whether to take one side of the other or discuss both sides. Additionally, people also worry about how to deal with ‘To what extent’ question types. We allay all of these fears in this lesson.

  • Discussion Essay Lesson

‘Discuss both views’ questions often confuse people because you are asked to do many things in one essay. As such, it is very important to remember that the question asks you to discuss BOTH views AND give YOUR opinion.

  • Problem and Solution Essay Lesson

These questions are much easier than you think. You probably discuss problems and solutions in your day-to-day life all the time. Keep it simple.

  • Advantages and Disadvantages Lesson 

There are a couple of different types of advantages and disadvantages questions. This lesson will show you how to answer them.

  • Writing Task 2 Exercise with Video

Writing is a skill, and just like any other skill, it is important to practice to improve.

  • From Band 6.5 to 8 Demo Lesson

This is my most comprehensive free lesson on IELTS Writing Task 2. We show you how we took one VIP student from Band 6.5 to an amazing 8.

Sample Answers

You must have some good examples to compare your writing and see if you are on the right track. Click the link below for lots of sample answers and over 100 questions.

Task 2 Sample Answers

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IELTS Writing Task 2 Essential Information

  • You must write an essay in response to a question.
  • You must write 250 words or more.
  • Task 2 is worth 2/3 of your total mark on the Writing test.
  • You should spend around 40 minutes on this part of the test.
  • General Training and Academic are essentially the same for Task 2. However, they are different for Task 1.
  • There are certain types of questions that you will be asked, for example, opinion, discussion etc. See below for more detail on these.
  • Task Achievement (25%)
  • Coherence and Cohesion (25%)
  • Lexical Resource (25%)
  • Grammatical Range and Accuracy (25%)

Grammar and Vocabulary

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Grammar is one of the four things you will be marked on in the Writing Task 2 test. Finding out what your common grammar mistakes are and then fixing them is a very powerful way to boost your score in this area. Here are some common grammar mistakes I have found after making hundreds of tests.

  • Top 10 Grammar Mistakes

For most IELTS students, the problem is not grammar in general. In fact, it is usually just 1-2 problem areas. Therefore, when you fix these main weaknesses, you’ll be able to improve your grammar and your writing score dramatically.

  • Using Personal Pronouns

Hint- They aren’t as big of a deal as you think.

See the interactive tool below for the answers to the most commonly asked questions we receive about IELTS Writing Task 2: 

IELTS Writing Task 2 FAQs

How can i improve my writing.

You will find all the resources you need on our Writing Task 2 page. Click the link below:

Writing Task 2

We also have two Task 2 courses for those that need to improve their Task 2 skills and strategy. They are both based online and completely free of charge. Learn more about them below:

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Task 2 Essay Builder

If you need serious help or personalised feedback, you should check out our VIP Course. There is a waiting list, but you can add your name here:

How can I get a Band 7, 8 or 9?

The answer to this question is different for every individual IELTS student, as it depends on a number of factors, including your work ethic, English skills and exam strategy. You'll find a guide to answering this question in this article

If you need serious help with improving your IELTS scores, you should check out our online writing course. There is a waiting list, but you can add your name by clicking the link below:

Can you correct my writing?

Please click the link below and it will give you all the information you need about our writing correction service:

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Do you have any sample answers?

Yes, you will find them at the link below:

Will using 'high level' or 'academic' words help me improve my score?

Probably not.

Read my recent article about IELTS vocabulary here:

5 Things You Need to Know about IELTS Vocabulary

Can I use idioms?

No, you should not write idioms for Task 2.

Can I use personal pronouns?

You should avoid using personal pronouns, but it is fine to use them when giving your personal opinion.

Do you write a conclusion for Task 2?

Yes, it is very difficult to get a good score in Task 2 if you haven't finished your essay with a conclusion. You will find an in-depth lesson on conclusions here:

How to Write an Effective Task 2 Conclusion

How many paragraphs should I write?

Most IELTS task 2 essays follow the same basic four paragraph structure:

  • Introduction
  • Supporting Paragraph 1
  • Supporting Paragraph 2

However, you can find more comprehensive help with structuring your Task 2 essays here:

5 Day Challenge

Do I need to plan my essay?

I would highly recommend planning your essay. A good plan acts like a map that guides you through the essay, ensuring that you give the examiner exactly what they need to award you the score you need. You can find help with planning your essays here: How to Plan an IELTS Essay

You must write at least 250 words in Writing Task 2.

I would suggest that you aim to write around 270-280 words in total. Aiming for 20-30 words more than the required amount makes you more likely to reach the word limit without setting an unrealistic goal.

Will I lose marks if I don't write enough words?

Yes, if you don't write the required number of words, you will lose marks in 'Task Achievement' for not answering the question fully. Read more here .

Can I use contractions?

No, should not use contractions when you are writing an academic essay.

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IELTS Writing Task 2: All You Need to know

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Understanding IELTS Writing Task 2

IELTS Writing Task 2 requires you to write an essay in response to a given general topic. This task in the IELTS exam is designed to assess your skills based on presenting a clear position, developing an argument logically, and organizing ideas coherently.

To achieve a high score, you must understand the task format and question types, analyze prompts effectively, and structure your essay appropriately. This blog post will break down everything you need to know from the format of the IELTS task 2 writing to tricks to solve it effortlessly.

IELTS Academic Writing Task 2 Test Papers

IELTS General Writing Task 2 Test Papers

Difference between ielts writing task 2 academic vs general.

To understand the differences between IELTS Academic and General Training in IELTS Writing Task 2, here is a helpful comparison table:

Related to education, science, technology, social issues Related to everyday life situations, hobbies, work, relationships
Formal, impersonal Semi-formal, personal experiences are acceptable
Complex vocabulary, high-level grammar Intermediate vocabulary, grammar
- Technology use in schools, Government investment in sciences, Causes of unemployment - Importance of hobbies, Managing workplace stress, Raising children
"As major cities continue to grow, the problems of overcrowding and traffic congestion are worsening. What causes these issues, and what are some possible solutions?" "Stress and mental health issues are becoming increasingly common among high school students. What are some of the causes and what can be done to address this problem?"

IELTS Writing Task 2 Format

The important pointers of the IELTS test pattern for the Writing Task 2 are given below:

  • Task Requirement: Write an academic-style essay in response to a point of view, argument, or problem.
  • Assessment: Assesses your ability to present a solution or opinion in a logical, structured way.
  • Duration: 40 minutes

IELTS Writing Task 2 Scoring Criteria

To understand how your IELTS Writing Task 2 essay is evaluated by the examiner, it is crucial to be familiar with the assessment criteria!

IELTS Writing task 2 evaluation criteria

Have a look at the table below to learn more about the evaluation criteria!

Measures how well you address all parts of the task and present a fully developed position.
Assesses how clearly linked and logically structured your essay is.
Evaluates your range and accuracy of usage.
Measures the variety and precision of your grammar.

IELTS Writing Task 2 Question Types

There are 6 types of questions in the IELTS Writing Task 2 and you may get any one type in your IELTS test. Hence, get to know about them to identify the question prompts effortlessly!

  • Opinion - You need to pick a side of the given two sides of an argument, and write in support of it along with reasons for your opinion.
  • Agree/Disagree - In the IELTS agree disagree essays , you need to state whether you agree or disagree with a given statement and support it with reasons and examples.
  • Discussion (Discuss Both Views) - This type requires you to discuss both sides of an issue and then give your own opinion at last.
  • Problem/Solution - You have to identify problems related to the topic and suggest possible solutions.
  • Advantages/Disadvantages - This question asks you to discuss the advantages and disadvantages of a particular situation or issue.
  • Double Question (Direct Question) - You must answer two or more direct questions related to a single topic and support it with proper examples as well.

Useful IELTS Writing Task 2 Tips

IELTS Writing Task 2 is the second part of the two writing tasks and is one of the most challenging parts of the IELTS test. Most students also find it more difficult than IELTS Writing Task 1 . Therefore, access to some IELTS Writing Task 2 tips :

  • Understand the Task: Test-takers should identify the key components, the question type, and any specific instructions before outlining the key points that should be covered.
  • Plan Before You Write: Before diving into the essay, candidates should spend a few minutes planning the response. A clear outline needs to include an introduction, the main points for each body paragraph, and the conclusion.
  • Follow a Structured Essay Format: Every essay type has a specific structure. So, sticking to the traditional essay structure with a clear introduction, well-developed body paragraphs, and a concluding summary enhances the readability of the essay.
  • Provide Supportive Examples: Test-takers should support their arguments with concrete examples and evidence. This not only strengthens the expressed opinion but also showcases the ability to develop ideas.
  • Use Linking Words and Phrases: Candidates should employ linking words and phrases to connect ideas within and between sentences. This improves the overall flow and coherence of the essay.
  • Revise and Proofread: This is one of the most vital steps and test-takers need to allocate some time at the end to review and edit their essay. They should check for grammatical errors, clarity, and coherence and ensure that the essay effectively communicates their ideas.
  • Write Regularly Under Time Constraints: Practice writing IELTS Writing Task 2 sample essays within the 40-minute. This helps improve your time management skills and ensures that you can effectively express your ideas within the given constraints.
  • Seek Feedback: To understand the weak areas and improve them, test-takers need to share their practice essays with teachers, peers through the free IELTS Writing essay evaluation services or online communities like the one created by IELTSMaterial . Constructive feedback helps identify areas for improvement and provides valuable insights.

Top 8 Common Mistakes to Avoid in IELTS Writing Task 2

1. misunderstanding the question.

Many test-takers misunderstand the question, leading to off-topic essays.

2. Poor Time Management

Struggling to manage time effectively often results in incomplete essays.

3. Lack of Ideas

Difficulty in generating relevant ideas quickly is a common problem.

4. Disorganized Structure

Failing to organize thoughts into clear, logical paragraphs is a frequent mistake.

5. Grammar Errors

Frequent grammar errors can significantly lower the writing score.

6. Limited Vocabulary

Using a limited vocabulary makes it hard to express ideas effectively.

7. Weak Evidence

Providing weak examples usually weakens arguments and doesn’t provide a strong essay.

8. Incorrect Word Count

Not meeting the required word count can negatively affect the score.

Band Descriptors IELTS Writing Task 2

In the table below, have a look at the IELTS Writing Task 2 band descriptors that will guide you for a top IELTS band score .

Structure For Answering the IELTS Writing Task 2 Question Types

The IELTS Writing Task 2 section has different types of essays that may be asked, each requiring a specific structure and approach. The main 6 IELTS Writing Task 2 question types and their standard structure are summarized in the table below:

Opinion Essay Introduction with background information and paraphrase of question. Body paragraphs with your opinion and supporting reasons/examples. Conclusion summarizing opinion.
Discussion Essay Introduction with background information and paraphrase of question. Body paragraphs discussing both sides/perspectives on the topic. Conclusion summarizing the discussion and providing your opinion.
Agree/Disagree Essay Introduction with background information and paraphrase of question. Body paragraphs agreeing and disagreeing with the statement, giving reasons/examples. Conclusion summarizing main points.
Advantages/Disadvantages Essay Introduction with background information and paraphrase of question. Body paragraphs discussing the advantages and disadvantages. Conclusion summarizing the main points.
Problem/Solution Essay Introduction with background information and paraphrase of question. Body paragraphs discussing the problem(s) and suggesting solutions. Conclusion summarizing main points.
Direct Question Essay Introduction rephrasing the question. Body paragraphs directly answer the question with reasons/examples/explanations. Conclusion summarizing answer.

IELTS Writing Task 2 Question Types with Sample Answers

Let's look at the different IELTS writing task 2 essay types that may appear in Writing Task 2:

Opinion Essay

The IELTS opinion essay prompts simply ask for your opinion on a topic without presenting two views.

Sample prompt: "Some people think that the best way to reduce crime is to give longer prison sentences. Others, however, believe there are better alternative ways of reducing crime. What is your opinion on this?

Check out more IELTS Writing Task 2 Opinion Essay below:

  • Some People Believe that Nowadays We Have Too Many Choices- IELTS Writing Task 2
  • IELTS Writing Task 2 Opinion Essay Topic: Prevention is better than cure
  • Universities Should Accept Equal Numbers of Male and Female Students in Every Subject – IELTS Writing Task 2
  • Doing an Enjoyable Activity with a Child Can Develop Better Skills and More Creativity Than Reading – IELTS
  • All Children Should be Made to Wear School Uniforms- IELTS Writing Task 2

Agree and Disagree Essay

These questions ask your opinion on a statement or proposal. You must decide whether you agree or disagree and support your view.

Sample prompt: "Unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high school programs." To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

Check out more IELTS Writing Task 2 Agree and Disagree Essay below:

  • It is more important to spend public money on promoting a healthy lifestyle – IELTS Writing Task 2
  • Foreign Visitors Should Pay More Than Local Visitors for Cultural and Historical Attractions – IELTS Writing Task 2
  • Some people believe that air travel should be restricted Sample Essay
  • When a Country Develops its Technology the Traditional Skills and Ways of Life Die Out – IELTS Writing Task 2
  • Reading stories from a book is better than watching TV Sample Essay

Discussion (Discuss Both Views)

These prompts present two perspectives on an issue and ask you to discuss and examine both sides.

Sample prompt: "Some people think the manufacturers and shopping malls should sell fewer packaged products while others argue that people have the responsibility to buy products with less packaging. Discuss both views and give your opinion."

Check out more IELTS Writing Task 2 Discussion Essay topics below:

  • In Some Countries, a Few People Earn Extremely High Salaries – IELTS Writing Task 2
  • Some People Think that Children Should Start School Sooner- IELTS Writing Task 2
  • Some People Think that it is Better to Educate Girls and Boys in Separate Schools- IELTS Writing Task 2
  • Some Companies Sponsor Sport and Sports Stars as a Way to Advertise Themselves – IELTS Writing Task 2
  • University Students Should Study Whatever They Like Sample Essay

Problem/Solution Essay

These questions given in the IELTS problem/solution essay describe an issue and ask you to propose solutions.

Sample prompt: "In many cities, public transport systems are inadequate and road congestion is increasing. What are the causes of these problems and what measures could be taken to solve them?"

Check out more IELTS Writing Task 2 Problem/Solution Essay below:

  • Many Working People get little or no Exercise either During the Working Day- IELTS Writing Task 2
  • Doctors Recommend that Older People Exercise Regularly- IELTS Writing Task 2
  • Over Population Of Urban Areas Has Led To Numerous Problems – IELTS Writing Task 2
  • An Increase in Production of Consumer Goods Results in Damage to the Natural Environment- IELTS Writing Task
  • In the Developed World, Average Life Expectancy is Increasing- IELTS Writing Task 2

Advantages/Disadvantages Essay

These prompts ask you to analyze the advantages and disadvantages of an issue.

Sample prompt: "Studying overseas has many benefits for students. However, there are also some disadvantages. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages and give your own opinion."

Check out more IELTS Advantages/Disadvantages Essays for IELTS Writing Task 2 below:

  • People now have the Freedom to Work and live Anywhere in the World- IELTS Writing Task 2
  • In Some Countries People Prefer to Rent a House than Buy One – IELTS Writing Task 2
  • Planners Tend to Arrange Shops, Schools, Offices and Homes in Specific Areas – IELTS Writing Task 2
  • Technology is Increasingly Being Used to Monitor What People Are Saying And Doing Sample Essays
  • In the Past, When Students Did a University Degree, They Tended to Study in Their Own Country – IELTS

Direct Question Essay

These prompts, which are also known as IELTS Direct Question essay , give you a statement along with a related question.

Sample prompt: "A growing number of people are living alone in many major cities. What are the reasons for this? Why do they choose to live alone?

Check out more IELTS Writing Task 2 Direct Question Essay below:

  • Is freedom of speech necessary in a free society? – IELTS Writing Task 2
  • Many People Like to Wear Fashionable Clothes – IELTS Writing Task 2
  • Consumers Are Faced With Increasing Numbers of Advertisements From Competing Companies – IELTS
  • There are Many Different Types of Music in The World Today – IELTS Writing Task 2
  • More and more people want to buy famous brands with clothes- IELTS Writing Task 2

IELTS Writing Task 2 Topics with Answers

Below is the list of IELTS Writing Task 2 Topics with Answers which you can refer to for the exam.

  • Topic: Family
  • Topic: Press, news on internet & newspapers
  • Topic: Families
  • Topic - Environment
  • Topic: Invention
  • Topic: Aging Population
  • Topic: Art & Technology
  • Topic: Career
  • Topic: Dangerous Sports
  • Topic: Technology
  • Topic: Travel & Tourism
  • Topic: International Car-free Days & Sample Essay
  • Topic: Traffic
  • Topic: Transportation
  • Topic: TV or Radio
  • Topic: Communication Technology
  • Topic: Living in Campus
  • Topic: Crime
  • Collocations - Topic: The Environment
  • Useful Collocations - Topic: Government

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  • Research Indicates That the Characteristics We are Born With Have Much More Influence On Our Personality

Academic IELTS Writing Task 2 Topics with Sample Essays

Below is the list of Academic IELTS Writing Task 2 Topics with Sample Essays:

  • Topic 01: Media
  • Topic 02: Successful Sports Professionals
  • Topic 03:Smoking
  • Topic 04: Children today play very violent games
  • Topic 05:The birth rate in most developed countries
  • Topic 06: Many families find it necessary for both parents go out to work
  • Topic 07: Women and men are commonly seen as having different strength and weaknesses
  • Topic 08: Increase in violent crime among youngsters
  • Topic 09: Good Job
  • Topic 10: Different medical traditions
  • Topic 11:Need to prepare for tests and examinations
  • Topic 12: Eating Fish
  • Topic 13:Concerned about the number of children who are overweight
  • Topic 14: Freedom of Speech
  • Topic: Architecture & History
  • Topic: Digital Communication
  • Topic: Economic Development
  • Topic: Education
  • Topic: Environment
  • Topic: Food & Transport
  • Topic: Government
  • Topic: Newspapers
  • Topic: Sports
  • Topic: Television & Children
  • Topic: Economic Growth

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Education writing task 2 questions for IELTS

Here you can find common IELTS essay questions for "Education" topic.

Some students work while studying. This often results in lacking time for education and constantly feeling under pressure.

What do you think are the causes of this?

What solutions can you suggest?

Children are generally more successful in foreign language studies than adults. Thus, it is better to learn languages in childhood.

Do you agree or disagree?

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Online education is becoming more and more popular. Some people claim that e-learning has so many benefits that it will replace face-to-face education soon. Others say that traditional education is irreplaceable.

Discuss both views and give your opinion.

In contemporary society, everyone should have equal opportunities in education. Therefore, universities should accept equal numbers of male and female students in every subject.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Everyone deserves to be educated. It's unfair that intelligent people are not admitted to private universities because of their financial background. University education should be free for everyone.

Provide relevant examples if necessary.

Some people argue that girls and boys should be educated separately, while others think that it is more advantageous for children to study at the same school.

What is your opinion?

Nowadays university education is considered very important for people's future. However, there are a lot of successful people who didn't get higher education.

Do you think that higher education is necessary to succeed in life?

Justify your opinion with relevant examples.

Students should focus on learning in the classroom rather than show their status by wearing fashionable clothes. Therefore, all students have to wear school uniforms.

Do you agree or disagree with this statement?

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IELTS writing topics are extensive, and consistently finding answers for them takes practice. Below I share how I produce an essay, including thinking of ideas , building paragraphs and planning.

For these ideas and sample answers, I usually use the latest latest writing task 2 topics seen by our own students when they do the exam. 

IELTS writing task 2 topics (academic) often require simple ideas that are easy to communicate, rather than complex ideas with difficult grammar. 

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  • IELTS essay topics and answer: gender issues
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Common IELTS writing task 2 topics (list)

Below is a list of the most common IELTS essay topics for task 2 questions . Click the topic to get a sample essay, vocabulary list, and a Ted Talk video (to help learn the vocabulary in context). You can also find an in-depth tutorial about IELTS vocabulary and lexical resource here.

Sport Employment Law Health Technology Politics Education Language and culture Crime Environment

IELTS essay topics, answers and ideas

Some people think that robots are important for human’s future development. Others think that robots have negative effects on society. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Ideas: Definitely important, true, big advances, productivity, intelligence, machine learning, artificial intelligence, etc

Can have negative effects – Unemployment – automation – loss of jobs – safe nets need to be in place – welfare system etc Even death of citizens – Tesla accident autonomous driving –

Conc: there are too many advantages to ignore, we cannot forego these advances however more precaution and govt. Legislation could be wise.

Some people think that new houses should be built in the same style as older houses in the local area. Others disagree and say that local authorities should allow people to build houses in the styles of their own choice. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Yes, should be in the same style, keep property values higher, uniformity, conformity, and cohesion –

EG certain villages in prosperous parts of England such as Cheshire, The Cotswolds, and Howarth have extreme rules because the areas have immense cultural heritage. To place a modern MacDonald’s style restaurant in one of these areas would be tantamount to architectural vandalism .

-Great idea! Innovates an area, and introduces new flavours, styles, and ideas into stale and old areas. Your house can reflect your personality. You can make it more environmentally friendly. You can install technical innovations. Solar panels, or even solar cells in roof tiles, are available from Elon Musk’s company.

Conc: both are viable and fair, the caveat is that the law should be clear from the beginning and be permanent – changing it would be extremely unfair.

Some people spend a lot of money attending cultural or sports events. Is it a good or a bad thing? Give your opinion and examples from your own experience.

Body paragraph 1

Definitely a good development, gives something for people to aspire to. It also most likely begets higher revenues for the performers and promoters , which should ultimately lead to even more events. This undoubtedly leads to greater monetary and cultural wealth for a society.

Take for example the English Premier League (EPL), this entertainment spectacle has brought considerable wealth into cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and London. Higher ticket prices lead to better wages for football stars, which leads to more quality players wanting to play in the EPL, leading to a considerable increase in high net-worth individuals residing in these cities.

There has undoubtedly been a positive self-fulfilling cycle of improvement and quality, fuelled by increasing prices. Furthermore, high prices will most likely mean higher tax revenues for the government, this is definitely beneficial for society.

P2 – Same, but apply to a cultural event – ballet – opera???

IELTS essay topics and answer: education

Do you think it is better for students to work before their university studies? Why?  Use reasons and specific examples to support your choice.

MY ANSWER: YES! –  One position, easier to write, easier to read. 

PARAGRAPH 1 Practical experience, contacts, on the job skills. EG: Studies from the UK Government show graduates with work experience are twice as likely to find employment…..

PARAGRAPH 2 Better preparation, the chance to improve social skills, close the gap between academia and private sector, helps the student decide on future before committing long term, EG 1/6 students will change their higher education course while at uni….

Many people believe that it’s better to learn something in a group rather than individually. Do you agree or disagree?

Paragraph 1 Agree – learning in a group has many advantages Elements of teamwork can be adopted A group can utilize each person’s skill and expertise

Paragraph 2 Disagree – Individualism is better Self reliant, own the result, not dependent on others More mature way, more responsible No laggards

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IELTS essay topics and answer: education (child)

Some people believe that children should do organised activities in their free time while others believe that children should be free to do what they want to do in their free time. Which viewpoint do you agree with? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.

MY ANSWER: YES! –  One position, easier to write, easier to read.   

PARAGRAPH 2 Better preparation, a chance to improve social skills, close the gap between academia and private sector, helps the student decide on future before committing long term, EG 1/6 students will change their higher education course while at uni…. 

Many people believe that it’s better to learn something in a group rather than individually. Do you agree or disagree? 

Paragraph 1 Agree – learning in the group has many advantages Elements of teamwork can be adopted Group can utilize each person’s skill and expertise

Paragraph 2 Disagree – Individualism is better self-reliant, owning the result, not being dependent on others, being more mature way, and being more responsible. No laggards. 

Many people say that globalization and the growing number of multinational companies have a negative effect on the environment. Which viewpoint do you agree with? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Use specific reasons and examples to support your position.

PARAGRAPH 1 -DEFINITELY DAMAGING THE ENVIRONMENT -Increased interaction between countries -Increase in goods and services traded -this means more production and, therefore more resources. EG China ‘workshop of the world’ – In many places air pollution masks are needed.

PARAGRAPH 2 -MULTINATIONALS / PROBS WITH GLOBALISATION -YES increase pollution – (this decision taken for simplicity) -Globalisation requires global solutions -these can have drastic consequences if accidents happen -EG BP Gulf of Mexico, oil spill , destroyed the local ecosystem…

Scientists believe that in order to protect the environment, people must use less energy in their daily lives. However, most people have not changed the way they live. Why do you think many people have not taken individual action? What could be done to encourage them to take action?

Ideas for body paragraph 1

Not taken individual action because: – Danger not immediately or directly facing them – Tragedy of the commons – Collective problem – easier to shirk responsibility

Ideas for body paragraph 2

What could be done to encourage them to take action? – Media campaigns by the government – Tax or financial incentives EG In Tokyo ……

Some believe that is the responsibility of people to take care of the environment. Others say it is the government that should take care of the environment. Discuss both views and state your opinion.

Paragraph 1 People should take care of the environment because: We are the consumers, we vote with our wallets, Throw away culture become considerably too prevalent – consumers are causing horrendous damage (Pacific Garbage Patch)

Paragraph 2 The government should take care of the environment because: They have the power to legislate Can impose fines and taxes on polluters Supposed to be guardians of the country, which means collectively they are guardians of the earth… but not true in reality

Conclusion Both should be doing more!

Some people say that protecting the environment is the government’s responsibility. Others believe that every individual should be responsible for it. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Ideas for body paragraph 1 – Yes: Government’s responsibility – Policies govt could do, then country-specific example

Ideas for body paragraph 2 – Yes individual responsibility also – Action individuals could take + examples. 

Conclusion –  MY OPINION: Such a mess, such a disastrous state, such a shame, so much so that all parties need to step up and take responsibility for the state of affairs we have landed ourselves in.

In many countries, small shops and town centers are going out of business because people tend to drive to the large out-of-town stores. This results in an increase in car use, and it also means that people without cars have limited access to out-of-town stores. Do you think the advantages of such development outweigh its disadvantages?

The advantages of out-of-town shopping centres are very limited… – Slightly cheaper prices – but huge new developments contribute to the urban sprawl of cities… This reduces investment in city centres … which are much more than just places for shopping EG Vienna regularly has art exhibitions in the city centre…

– For example: those without transport are disenfranchised – Traffic on the roads – ALSO (MAIN POINT) -Some might argue they create jobs .. but really it is probably just shifting employment from one area to the other…

Parents want to achieve balance between family and career but only a few manage to achieve it. What do you think is the reason? Discuss possible solutions and provide examples.

Paragraph 1 – The reason for the imbalance The reason is work-life balance, increased competition in the workplace, changes in society, increase in the amount of working mothers puts strain on the family, EG Studies in the US show that families with two full-time parents are more likely to separate. -therefore this shows that finding the balance is incredibly difficult.

Paragraph 2 – Possible Solutions? -Regulations from the government, increasing maternity leave, more flexible working practices, reduced working week, EG France had a 35-hour working week …

Some people believe that employees should stay in the same job for the rest of their lives. Others think they should switch jobs at least once during their career. To what extent do you agree/disagree?

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IELTS essay topics, answer,s and ideas: gender issues

Nowadays both men and women spend a lot of money on beauty care. This was not so in the past. What may be the root cause of this behaviour? Discuss the reasons and possible results.

Paragraph 1 -Marketing. Beauty market for women is worth millions, consumer goods companies see similar potential for the male market. Therefore developing new ranges, e.g. Loreal for Men Expert. Therefore main reason is the potential opportunity.

Paragraph 2 -Results? -Difficult to say the results because it is still early, however general trend is in this direction, – Deodorant was considered unnecessary before the 1950s. -Market will probably grow and it will be completely normal in the future.

Some people think that men are naturally more competitive than women. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Paragraph 1 Agree – Men are more competitive Look at sporting fans, globally most are male A lot of sports historically only men participate in F1, Boxing, MMA, etc. Psychological drivers of men include: dominance, control

Paragraph 2 Agree – Men are more competitive Although it is difficult to say without sounding sexist Is it nature or nurture – difficult to say

IELTS essay topics and answer: education (student reward)

Students perform better in school when they are rewarded rather than punished.To what extent do you agree or disagree? Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

IELTS writing essay structure:

Intro: Paraphrase the question and state your side/argument.

Idea / Paragraph 1: they perform better in schools -definitely better Types of reward – certificate, recognition, positive reinforcement, Studies show children are sensitive and easily influenced when younger, therefore positive environment probably better…

Idea / Paragraph 2: they perform better when punished – works but too harsh for Childhood Possibly does work, but it’s old fashioned, potentially dangerous – could discourage a student for life

Conclusion: Positive better and more modern.

In today’s very competitive world, a worker has to possess multiple skills to succeed. Among the skills that a worker should possess, which skill do you think is more important, social skills or good qualifications? Explain the reasons and provide specific examples to support your answer.

Paragraph idea 1: Social skills are more important – no man is an island – idiomatic expression correctly used i.e in context We need people around us – Lacking social skills could seriously disrupt, demotivate, and damage a team. – a big list of great vocab for Lexical Resource score there.

Paragraph idea 2: Good qualifications, certificates very useful, extremely useful in certain fields such as medicine, but in general, less technical areas, social skills triumph – less common vocabulary “triumph”

Conclusion:

Consider both, but give more weight to sociability.

IELTS essay topics and answer: employment (business)

Do you think businesses should hire employees who will spend their entire lives working for the company? Explain why you agree or disagree. Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.

Paragraph idea 1: Very bad idea to have lifetime permanence- almost zero incentive to improve, Not fair to employees because the company may pledge allegiance to the company but then the company relocates to Asia. Horrible.

Paragraph idea 2: The employee may become a burden for the company. Employees may become a cost that damages the company, lots of companies suffer because of contractual arrangements made in boom times. British Airways is a perfect example of expensive pension contracts made , only for the entire industry to change and render the contracts a massive headache.

Freedom should be given to employees to “ cherry-pick ” their career destiny.

ielts essay topics: cherry pick definition

IELTS essay topics and answer: gender issues (career)

Some people think women should be given equal chances to work and excel in their careers. Others believe that a woman’s role should be limited to taking care of the house and children. Which opinion do you agree with and why? Include specific details and examples to support your choice.

Paragraph idea 1: Women should of course be given equal rights to perform to the best of their ability (good collocation) in the market place Generous provisions and allowances should be made into law to encourage this behaviour and allow females to also fairly take time out from the career ladder to pursue a family.

Paragraph idea 2:  another good reason why I think the first point: Making legal structures to facilitate this transition would not only help to improve the worker’s happiness and wellbeing but also improve the health of society as a whole. Japan has a rather bleak future due to the low fertility rate, perhaps this kind of future could be avoided with more generous legislation.

Conclusion: Definitely should pursue a career and definitely fulfill the traditional family role also. The government should help make both objectives possible.

Do you think that technological advancement has brought more harm than good? Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.

What technologies did you use to help you in your studies? Describe how it has helped you. Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.

With the latest technological advancements, dating is now possible online. Would you recommend online dating for your single friends? What are the advantages and disadvantages of online dating? Site some examples to support your answer.

In the developed world, technological progress is increasing. What problems will this cause for individuals and society? Suggest some measures that could be taken to reduce the impact of radical technological advancements.

At the present time, artificial intelligence of some technologies is advancing rapidly, especially in the driving sector. Do the advantages of this situation outweigh the disadvantages?

Films and computer games which contain violence are very popular. Some people believe they have a negative effect on society and so should be banned. Other people, however, say they are just harmless and help people to relax. Discuss both these points of view and give your own opinion. Ideas for body paragraph 1

Some people believe they have a negative effect on society and so should be banned. – No strong scientific study – Present globally but clearly only the US has issues regarding gun violence. – Banning usually has the direct opposite of its intentions

…harmless and helps people to relax. – Playing with toy guns never seemed to be a problem, these are a modern interpretation of toy guns – With every new development of a generation the older generation is usually worried… EG This happened with the Beatles, with heavy metal and Us hip hop..

These days, mobile phones and the internet are very important to the ways in which people relate to one another socially. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?

Paragraph 1 It is more advantageous to relate socially to others via the phone Possible to give more frequent contact and support Possible to find others similar to you, useful for those with obscure or specialist interests

Paragraph 2 Disadvantages Cyberbullying is becoming a reality Teenagers becoming addicted to phones, even labeled screenagers Phenomenon called Instagram reality which shows the real-life pictures without the filters…

Some people are fond of buying new gadgets, phones, or laptops. Is this a good or bad thing? Discuss your opinion.

I can write it’s an entirely bad thing, or I can write it’s an entirely good thing. 

Ideas for body paragraph 1 – Good: New tech, drive innovation, tech development, job creation etc. – Example: new investment in tech to stay competitive – Sony – manufactures a new chip plant in Korea for PlayStation 5. 

Ideas for body paragraph 2 – Bad: C onsumerism, waste, unnecessary, planned obsolescence – Example: Research showed searches for the phrase “slow iPhone” peaked a few weeks before the launch of new iPhone models. This is an extremely worrying development because people might be manipulated into buying new gadgets and finding exaggerated happiness in their new products. 

Conclusion – Pros and cons: I think in the past it was fantastic, nowadays with the environment in such a dire state consumerism needs to be upgraded somehow.

Some parents think it is good to have mobile phones for their children, others disagree with it. Discuss both sides and give your opinion. Ideas for body paragraph 1

– Agree: Good idea because can stay in contact with parents, is safer, and can be used for better enriching a child’s life. – Example: algebra app, language learning app, … recent studies showed students learned 26% faster when using the IELTS Podcast Android app.

– Phones are bad: Undoubtedly bad detrimental. Teenagers are quickly and swiftly becoming screenagers, missing out on physical interactions and games. – Social media has a negative impact on confidence and contributes to cyberbullying… and other trends such as Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD). For example ….

Topic and answer: health

Many doctors say that people in today’s world do not do enough physical exercise. What do you think are the causes of this? What solutions are there to this problem?

Cause of not doing enough physical exercise – Joke: no natural predators nowadays, nature would have solved this problem,… in the past wild animals would have eliminated those out of shape…. JOKE – Sedentary lifestyle in the office – Lack of time for sport in a lot of modern lifestyles (40 hours/week + commuting etc)

What solutions are there to this problem? – Media campaigns by the government – Tax or financial incentives EG In Tokyo ……

Topic and answer: society

Weddings are more expensive in many countries nowadays when compared to the past. What is the reason behind this? Is this a positive or a negative development?

Paragraph 1 The reason behind this is probably social media Vapid attempts at self-promotion and “keeping up with the joneses”. Now it can be really publicised Ideas here need to be organised a little before starting the essay.

Paragraph 2 Definitely a negative development Although it’s a memorable day and should be cherished – the fact is, large amounts of cash are being spent, Most families have a considerable financial mountain ahead – babies, mortgage, etc

Nowadays consumer goods have become the most important part of people’s lives. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?

Ideas for body paragraph 1 – Advantage:  Understandable – a car – can be the most important if you need it for work, family, etc Advantages are mobility, freedom, independence…  

Ideas for body paragraph 2 – Disadvantage:  When you fawn over a new product, it has been said the product owns you rather than you owning the product. For example: with an expensive phone, you are constantly worried about the screen smashing, or leaving it on a table, or in a taxi — the worry associated can be stressful. 

Conclusion –  Although it is understandable they are vital components of modern life, it must not be forgotten , that our lives are so much more than consumer durables.

Some people believe that if people are allowed to work after the age of 60, it will cause some problems. Do you agree or disagree? Ideas for body paragraph 1

– Yes:  lots of problems, – Sight, attention, technology gap, especially machinery… blue-collar work… – In some countries, senior citizens are required by law to retake their driving exam….

– Disagree: The elderly can be better qualified at the job, have more life experience, more insight, and more wisdom… – Pension burden if not allowed to work after 60. For example: most Western countries have a serious demographic deficit of an aging workforce . A country simply cannot prosper if all its wealth goes towards a pension.

Conclusion – For some sectors, it should be illegal, or at least the worker should be medically tested, but for other jobs, especially white-collar work, it should be okay.

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What are the most common topics in IELTS writing Task 2?

There are many examples to look at and it’s great to do practice tests. In general, common topics are related to work, education, social issues (citizenship, the elderly, government support, healthcare, transportation), technology, globalization, and the environment. Start with those!

How do you get 8 in writing Task 2?

Make sure your essay answer is well organized into paragraphs with a clear introduction and conclusion, topic sentences, and supporting arguments. You must use formal language, fully address the task and make hardly any grammar or word choice errors.

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Overview of the IELTS Writing Task 1 Academic Test:

  • You have one hour in total for your whole writing test (both task 1 and task 2).
  • IELTS recommend you spend no more than 20 mins on writing task 1.
  • You can manage your own time in the writing test. The one hour is yours to use as you wish. If you want to do task 2 first, you can.
  • The instructions say “Write at least 150 words”. This means you need to write over 150 words.
  • Writing Task 1 is a report, not an essay.
  • Writing Task 1 counts for about 33% of your writing marks.
  • Task Achievement / Coherence & Cohesion / Vocabulary / Grammar
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Charts that compare and contrast data. Data is divided into columns representing categories and compared with between two groups, such as men and women.

Line Graphs

A graph that shows trends of two lines over a period of time. The lines represent numbers in two or more categories. This shows increases, decreases and other changes.

A table containing data that can be complex with many categories divided into rows and columns. These could be compare/contrast or change over time.

These show proportions of a whole divided into different categories. Sometimes compare/contrast and sometimes change over time.

It could be a process of how something works or how it is made. Or it could be a cycle such as a life cycle or water cycle. or a cycle. Diagrams contain stages and steps.

A map of a town/city or report or a floor plan of a building. Describing the  layout, position of places and special features on the map. Sometimes there are two maps to compare in different time periods.

IELTS Writing Task 1 Practice Charts

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  • The instructions say “Write at least 150 words”. This means you need to write over 150 words. On average, you should aim for your letter to be between 170 and 190 words. A shorter letter does not allow enough detail for a high score.
  • GT letters have different aims, styles and tones, for example formal or informal. See the essential tips below for information.
  • Task Achievement is about completing the letter and fulfilling the aims of the letter.
  • Coherence & Cohesion is about the structure, organisation and linking methods of information in your letter.

IELTS GT Sample Practice Letters

Below is a link to a collection of practice letters which show the range of formal, informal and all the different aims of letters so that you can practise at home.

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Here is my answer to an IELTS Writing Task 2 essay.

Some people say that in all levels of education, from primary school to universities, too much time is spent on learning facts and not enough on learning practical skills.

Do you agree or disagree?

The task is asking me if I agree or disagree with the statement, so this means I must write an essay stating my opinion and the reasons for my opinion . 

I totally agree that there is too much emphasis on teaching facts and not enough on developing student’s skills, but this is more of a problem in schools rather than universities. 

The Main Reason for my Opinion

  • Main Idea: there is too much emphasis on teaching knowledge, and not enough on skills
  • Explanation: there are more tests today, and these tend to emphasize facts
  • Example: my experience in school where experiments were neglected in favour of facts
  • Main Idea: less of a concern though at post-16 education level
  • Explanation: university studies tend to be more theoretical, vocational colleges exist
  • Example: my local vocational college

Read my essay below. I have written a few comments about my writing in blue italics under each paragraph.

One of they key factors in providing a rich and modern educational experience is balancing the teaching of knowledge and practical skills. Both are important aspects of a quality education, but recently people have been arguing that too much time is being spent teaching factual information at the expense of the development of hands-on skills. I certainly feel that this is the case during compulsory education up to the age of 16, although it’s less of an issue when it comes to university.

My first sentence is a general statement related to the issue. The second sentence paraphrases the task: I’ve changed “learning facts” to “teaching factual information” and “learning practical skills” to “the development of hands-on skills”. In the third sentence I stated my opinion.

The main reason for my view is that skills, which are an essential part of education, tend to be neglected when the learning of factual knowledge is over-emphasised. This has become a problem in the era of standardised testing, especially in the area of pre-16 compulsory education, where many governments around the world have started to introduce more examinations as a way of measuring student progress . Tests, by their very nature, tend to ask questions about facts, and this has led to a reduction in emphasis on skills. For example, I used to teach in a school where hands-on scientific experiments were neglected in favour of learning scientific facts from textbooks, something which was entirely due to the importance placed on science examinations.

In the first sentence I clearly and succinctly stated my main reason for my opinion. I also includes a relative clause (“which are an essential part of education”). In the second and third sentences I have explianed this reason in more detail. In the fourth sentence I supported my reason with an example from my personal experience as a teacher. I also included another relative clause (“where hands-on experiments were neglected”) and this clause also includes a passive verb.

However, I feel that the problem of balancing skills and knowledge teaching at the post-16 level is less of a concern. Many university courses, by their very nature, tend to emphasise theoretical, rather than practical, knowledge, and there are plenty of vocational courses available in less academic higher education institutions. For example, there is a local college in my town which has a curriculum rich in practical skills development, with courses available in everything from photography to bricklaying.

In the first sentence I clearly state my opinion that this isn’t such a big problem in tertiary education. In the second sentence I explain my thinking in more detail and in the third sentence I give a specific example to support my reasoning. I’ve also included some precise vocabulary, e.g. “theoretical knowledge”, “vocational courses” and “bricklaying”.

The increasing emphasis on teaching factual information over skills-based approaches is certainly a problem in our schools. The huge pressure on teachers to secure good exam results means practical lessons and experiments are being dropped, and children’s backpacks are being increasingly weighed down by textbooks. If we are to provide our young people with skills suited for the 21st century, we will need to address this imbalance.

In my conclusion, I restate my opinion and relate it to some of the ideas previously mentioned, such as “practical lessons and experiments are being dropped”. The phrase “are being dropped” uses a continuous passive form, which is a nice grammatical structure to use. In the final sentence, I have used a conditional structure. 

(351 words)

The word count is well above the 250 word minimum. It might be too much to write in 40 minutes, of course, but it shows that I have expanded my ideas fully. 

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Hướng dẫn làm chủ đề Education trong IELTS Writing Task 2

Education (Giáo dục) là một trong những chủ đề phổ biến nhất trong IELTS Writing Task 2. Chủ đề này được đánh là có độ khó ở mức trung bình. Để làm tốt bài viết về chủ đề Education, bạn cần phải có kiến thức tổng quan về giáo dục và các vấn đề tranh luận phổ biến trong chùm chủ đề này.

Trong bài viết này, DOL sẽ cung cấp cho bạn thông tin chi tiết về IELTS Writing Task 2 topic Education , bao gồm: cách thức xây dựng cấu trúc bài viết, ý tưởng cho từng phần cụ thể, từ vựng quan trọng để ghi điểm và bài mẫu để luyện tập.

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Các đề bài Education trong IELTS Writing Task 2

Giáo dục là một trong những IELTS Writing Task 2 topics thường gặp và tưởng chừng dễ dàng vì không đòi hỏi nhiều kiến thức sâu rộng. Tuy nhiên, để đạt điểm cao, bạn cần phải đưa ra các ý tưởng sáng tạo và phân tích chặt chẽ, ngay cả trong những đề bài tưởng chừng như đơn giản.

Đề bài Education Task 2 có thể đề cập đến các vấn đề như sau.

Cấu trúc môn học

Chi phí giáo dục

Cơ hội du học

Các phương pháp giáo dục hiện đại

Vấn đề và hướng giải quyết cho sự phát triển giáo dục

Ảnh hưởng của thầy cô và ba mẹ đến trẻ

Quan điểm về việc học cao học (thạc sĩ, tiến sĩ)

Ảnh hưởng của giáo dục giới tính/chế độ giáo dục dạy chung cho nam và nữ

Dưới đây là một số đề bài liên quan đến chủ đề Education Essay IELTS bạn có thể tham khảo.

University education should be free to everyone, regardless of income. To what extent do you agree or disagree? ( Giáo dục đại học nên được miễn phí cho tất cả mọi người, bất kể thu nhập. Bạn đồng ý hay không đồng ý với quan điểm này? )

In some countries, young people are encouraged to study abroad What are the advantages and disadvantages of this trend? ( Ở một số quốc gia, thanh niên được khuyến khích đi du học nước ngoài. Xu hướng này có những ưu và nhược điểm gì? )

Some high schools require all students to wear school uniforms. Other high schools permit students to decide what to wear to school. Which of these two school policies do you think is better? ( Một số trường trung học yêu cầu tất cả học sinh mặc đồng phục. Một số trường trung học khác cho phép học sinh tự quyết định trang phục đến trường. Bạn cho rằng chính sách trường học nào trong hai điều này tốt hơn? )

Government should invest in teaching science subjects rather than other subjects for the country to develop and progress. To what extent do you agree or not agree? ( Chính phủ nên đầu tư vào việc dạy các môn khoa học thay vì các môn học khác để đất nước phát triển và tiến bộ. Bạn đồng ý hay không đồng ý với quan điểm này? )

Some people think that it is more effective for students to study in a group, while others believe that it is better for them to study alone. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. ( Một số người cho rằng học nhóm hiệu quả hơn học cá nhân. Những người khác lại tin rằng học một mình tốt hơn. Thảo luận cả hai quan điểm và đưa ra ý kiến của riêng bạn. )

The best way to teach children to cooperate is through team sports at school. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

The government should spend money in promoting sport and art in school, rather than sponsoring professional sports and art events in communities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Students in school or university learn more from classes of teachers than other resources (eg Internet or TV). To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people say that playing computer games is bad for children in every aspect. Others say that playing computer games can have positive effects on the way children develop. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

In some countries, secondary schools aim to provide a general education across a range of subjects. In others, children focus on a narrow range of subjects related to a particular career. Which do you think is appropriate in today's world?

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Ý tưởng triển khai chủ đề Education

DOL cung cấp cho bạn một số ý tưởng cho subtopic hay gặp trong bài chùm chủ đề Education, gồm.

Homework for children: Bài tập về nhà cho học sinh

Teaching relevant subjects to children (Science subjects, history, art…): Giảng dạy các môn học liên quan (Các môn Khoa học, Lịch sử, Nghệ thuật…)

The influence of technology on education: Ảnh hưởng của công nghệ đối với giáo dục

Studying abroad: Du học

Wearing uniforms: Mặc đồng phục

Funding in education: Tài trợ trong giáo dục

Parents put pressure on students: Cha mẹ gây áp lực lên học sinh

Những idea phát triển cho từng subtopic của chủ đề Education có thể được sắp xếp theo mental model Advantages và Disadvantages như sau.

Giving children homework everyday

Khi phát triển ý tưởng cho subtopic “Giving children homework everyday” dưới góc độ lợi ích và bất lợi, bạn có thể xem xét như sau.

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Be forced to work independently away from the environment of schools → proactively apply the knowledge that they have learnt in the classroom → think individually and creatively in correspondence to a particular task → develop an independent study habit → prepare them to work alone as adults.

Have home assignments completed multiple times on a daily basis → serve as an additional practice and revision of the lesson taught to them in the school → retain information more easily → reduce the exam stress considerably.

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Have an obligation to complete the homework while having to deal with an excessive load of knowledge at their school + constant examinations → sacrifice their sleep to meet academic demands → exhaust the child + reduce their interest in school studies → suffer from depression.

Return home with excessive amounts of homework → reduce children’s after-school time for other extracurricular and leisure activities → unable to develop necessary soft-skills

Teaching history subjects

Bạn có thể phát triển ý tưởng cho subtopic “Teaching history subjects” dưới góc độ lợi ích và bất lợi như sau.

Have thorough insights into what happened in the past in one’s own country => understand their hometown’s traditional values and develop a national identity => take pride in their origins and treasure the life they know as it is today.

Accumulate knowledge of this particular field at an early age => enhance their understanding about various aspects of the world => to work for foreign enterprises, especially those who highly value company culture.

Learn history => be imposed to memorize dates and events from the past => rarely use them in people’s lives => be of little relevance to future and today’s society.

(historical events) be seen in different perspectives and interpreted in different ways => (students) normally learn the subject through only one source => discount its importance as a subject for learning.

Focusing on Science subjects

Tham khảo cách phát triển ý tưởng cho subtopic “Focusing on Science subjects” dưới góc độ lợi ích và bất lợi sau.

Force people to choose scientific subjects like biology, mathematics, physics and chemistry => ensure that any knowledge and skill gaps in the economy are covered => increase the overall GDP of the nation => improve a country’s future prosperity.

Attain science degrees => be provided with foundational knowledge to adapt to the fast-moving technological development => increase their future employment prospects.

(A major in science) consists of related subjects with a great amount of specialized knowledge and tough experiments => require a lot of diligence + patience + intelligence => put students under great pressure in order to understand and handle the tasks well.

(some countries) have fewer employment opportunities available in science fields => have little chance to get a job after graduation despite spending a huge amount of time and effort on this particular subject => increase the employment rate.

Making art & music compulsory

Để phát triển ý tưởng về subtopic “Making art & music compulsory”, bạn có thể triển khai như sau.

Learn art-related subjects from institutions => enjoy learning through enjoyable and creative methods => enhances fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination and problem-solving skills => assists children in attaining better learning outcomes.

Be more interested in non-academic subjects => get hands on experience in these subjects at an early age => give students a platform where they can develop and perfect their artistic skills => become easier for them to pursue their creative career in future.

Be already burdened with a regular academic curriculum => (perform art) enhance that study load => decrease their academic results.

Be of the mindset that art has no participation in the advancement of human society => be generally considered as a hobby rather than a professional field => opt for other vocational subjects such as science or commerce stream, which have jobs available in abundance.

The influence of technology on education

DOL chia sẻ cho bạn hướng dẫn cách phát triển ý tưởng cho subtopic “The influence of technology on education”.

Incorporate technology in teaching => Example: use visual aids, presentations, video clips… => engage students in the lesson => improve the teaching and learning quality

enable the use of online classes => provide a good education for students from rural areas => improve their career prospects

the development of technological devices (ex: cellphones, ipads, television…) => easily distract students from their study => affect study performance

Studying abroad

Bạn có thể mở rộng ý tưởng cho “Studying abroad” theo cách dưới đây.

Experience a completely different way of living. Ex: try exotic foods and learn about traditions unique to the host culture => more knowledgeable, open-minded and tolerant => become a global citizen of the 21st century

Grant students the opportunity to completely immerse oneself in a new language => receive considerable language practice => see significant improvements in language proficiency

Might struggle to integrate into local opportunities + Lack the emotional support of family => Suffer from social isolation, loneliness, and homesickness => More likely to develop mental health issues such as depression and anxiety

Have to factor in flights, accommodation, travel expenses, and living costs => Otherwise: the price of a year abroad can escalate without you realising. => exacerbate financial stress

Wearing uniforms

Để trả lời cho subtopic “Wearing uniforms”, bạn có thể phát triển như sau.

Wear the same clothes everyday => students do not need to spend time thinking about what to wear => save time on other more useful activities

All students wear the same clothes => bridge the gap between the rich and the poor # have freedom to wear any clothes they want => rich students may show off => widen social gaps

Wear the same clothes => deter students from showcasing their unique personalities => a lack of self-expression Wear the same clothes everyday => boring => demotivate students

Funding in education

Đối với subtopic “Funding in education”, bạn có thể khai thác ý theo cách dưới đây.

government pays for children's education => receive equal education opportunities => attract low-income students => enable unprivileged children to obtain higher paying jobs after graduation => can make greater contributions to the national economy => poverty would evaporate quickly

provide complete financial support for students' education => minimize the amount of time spent on unproductive and harmful activities => prevent the development of social issues among children

provide financial support for a booming student population => the money being spent on each individual drops to a historic low => standards of education are compromised => fail to produce outstanding graduates => struggle to bring about truly revolutionary innovations for society

make education free for children => the government has to cover a variety of expenses. Example: salaries for professors, textbooks for students, modern classroom equipment => drain the state budget => resources for other sectors are depleted

Parents put pressure on students

Áp lực từ phía cha mẹ đối với học sinh là một vấn đề đáng quan tâm trong hệ thống giáo dục hiện đại. Cùng DOL tìm hiểu cách phát triển sau nhé!

Teach students about hard work + encourage them to try harder in life => develop good personality traits in later life (perseverance)

Good academic results => higher chance of getting into good universities => improve future career projects

Encourage their children to acquire an occupation that they do not have passion for => (children) not express their own ideas and desires => not feel the real sense of job satisfaction => have an undesirable life.

Engage their children only for future achievements + omit the entertainment part of the youngsters => (children) be exposed to great stress => affect their mental wellbeing and cause psychological suffering.

Lưu ý : Những câu hỏi về chủ đề này thường liên hệ đến cuộc sống và mang tính chất cảm tính, nên bạn cần đưa ra những ý kiến thường thấy và sau đó là ý kiến của bản thân bạn. Chọn một lý do hợp lý để biện giải cho những ý kiến đó, vì sao bạn cho là đúng và vì sao bạn cảm thấy nó quan trọng. Nhắm trọng tâm vào việc sử dụng kết cấu câu và từ ngữ uyển chuyển, văn phong gọn gàng nhưng diễn tả đầy đủ ý của bạn cũng như việc phân tích vấn đề được đưa ra.

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IELTS Writing Task 2 topic Studying abroad

Từ vựng và Collocation chủ đề Education

Việc sử dụng được các từ vựng và collocation phong phú sẽ giúp bạn diễn đạt ý tưởng một cách trôi chảy và tự nhiên trong bài thi.

Từ vựng IELTS Writing chủ đề Education

Bảng dưới đây cung cấp một số từ vựng phổ biến ăn điểm trong chủ đề Education.

Collocation chủ đề Education

Bảng dưới đây cung cấp một số collocation phổ biến ăn điểm trong chủ đề Education.

Bài mẫu topic Education IELTS Writing Task 2

Cùng quan sát thử một bài viết mẫu thuộc chủ đề Education, áp dụng các ideas và vocab trong bảng tổng hợp phía trên nhé!

Topic 1 : University education should be free to everyone, regardless of income. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Sample essay.

Some people believe that the government should provide a free university education to all students regardless of how much money they make. From my perspective, while I acknowledge the benefits of doing this, I still believe it is unreasonable for the government to offer an education at no cost.

On the one hand, it is true that there are several benefits that students can reap from receiving a free education. In fact, when the government pays for students' education, it means that all students have equal education opportunities. This can attract low-income students and enable unprivileged students to obtain higher paying jobs after graduation. As a result, it can make greater contributions to the national economy, and therefore poverty would evaporate quickly. In addition, allowing poor students to spend time studying also minimizes the amount of time spent on unproductive and harmful activities. Thus, it can prevent the development of social issues among children

However, I still argue that it is not feasible to provide a free education for everyone. As for the first drawback, since the government has to provide financial support for a booming student population, the money being spent on each individual drops to a historic low. This results in compromised standards of education and the education ultimately fails to produce outstanding graduates. Moreover, making education free for children means that the government has to cover a variety of expenses, such as salaries for professors, textbooks for students, modern classroom equipment… This may drain the state budget and deplete the resources for other sectors.

In conclusion, while I agree that providing a free university education for everyone can be beneficial in some aspects, I still believe that doing this can affect the society in negative ways and thus should not be encouraged.

Topic 2 : Some people believe the aim of university education is to help graduates get better jobs. Others believe there are much wider benefits of university education for both individuals and society. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Essay plan.

Giới thiệu ngắn gọn về để dẫn vào hai ý kiến trong đề. Bạn có thể thay đổi lại ý chính trong đề sao cho nghĩa không đổi.

Đoạn thân bài 1

Trong đoạn đầu tiên của phần thân bài, chúng ta sẽ đưa ra lý do củng cố luận điểm: The aim of university education is to help graduates get better jobs (Mục đích của trường Đại học là giúp sinh viên tốt nghiệp có việc làm tốt hơn).

Many people attend university to appear more attractive towards employers: Nhiều người học đại học để dễ được các nhà tuyển dụng chú ý hơn.

High education is expensive => it wouldn’t be reasonable to attend it without expecting future financial secure: Đại học đắt tiền => Nếu chỉ học mà không kỳ vọng sẽ kiếm được tiền

Đoạn thân bài 2

Trong đoạn này, ta nêu ra các lý do bảo vệ ý: There are much wider benefits of university education for both individuals and society (Học đại học có nhiều lợi ích hơn chỉ để kiếm việc làm)

Studying in university helps the students develop better social skills and improve as a person: Học Đại học giúp sinh viên phát triển được kỹ năng xã hội hơn.

Society is going to benefit from graduates with high knowledge: Xã hội sẽ phát triển khi có nhiều người với học thức cao.

Tóm tắt lại các lý do ở trên và khẳng định điều mình đã khẳng định ở mở bài.

These days, more and more people are making the choice to go to university. While some people are of the opinion that the only purpose of university education is to improve job prospects, others think that society and the individual benefit in much broader ways.

It is certainly true that one of the main aims of university is to secure a better job. The majority of people want to improve their future career prospects and attending university is one of the best ways to do this as it increases a person's marketable skills and attractiveness to potential employers. In addition, further education is very expensive for many people, so most would not consider it if it would not provide them with a more secure future and a higher standard of living. Thus job prospects are very important.

However, there are other benefits for individuals and society. Firstly, the independence of living away from home is a benefit because it helps the students develop better social skills and improve as a person. A case in point is that many students will have to leave their families, live in halls of residence, and meet new friends. As a result, their maturity and confidence will grow to enable them to live more fulfilling lives. Secondly, society will gain from the contribution that graduates can make to the economy. We are living in a very competitive world, so countries need educated people in order to compete and prosper.

Therefore, I believe that although the main aim of university education is to get the best job, there are clearly further benefits. If we continue to promote and encourage university attendance, it will lead to a better future for individuals and society.

Topic 3 : Everyone should stay in school until the age of eighteen. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Mở bài: Giới thiệu ngắn gọn về để dẫn vào hai ý kiến trong đề. Bạn có thể thay đổi lại ý chính trong đề sao cho nghĩa không đổi. Ở bài mẫu này, ta sẽ triển khai bài theo ý disagree.

Luận điểm 1: People leaving school too early might be unskilled at work: Những người rời trường học quá sớm sẽ thiếu nhiều kỹ năng ở công việc.

Luận điểm 2: School provides moral and social education: Trường học cung cấp nhiều sự hướng dẫn về các vấn đề đạo đức và văn hóa.

Kết bài: Tóm tắt lại các lý do ở trên và khẳng định điều mình đã khẳng định ở mở bài.

It is often said that if you want to succeed in life, you need a proper education. While there may be arguments for making school compulsory until the age of 18, I disagree that this should apply to everyone.

Perhaps the strongest reason for not leaving school early is that it prepares you for your working career. If you leave school early with only a basic education, you are unlikely to be able to find any skilled work. Indeed, the education you receive between the ages of 16 and 18 is crucial for anyone who does not want a lifetime of unskilled work in a factory.

Another compelling reason for remaining in school until 18 is that school provides moral and social education too. This is particularly important for people between 16 and 18 who have many temptations and benefit from the organized framework that school provides. Young people who stay in school until the age of 18 tend to be more responsible and help build a stronger society.

There are, however, equally strong arguments against making school compulsory until the age of 18. One such argument is that not everyone is academic and that some people benefit more from vocational training. For instance, someone who wants to become a car mechanic may find better training and more satisfaction in an apprentice scheme. Another related argument is that, in today’s world, young people are maturing ever more quickly and are able to make their own life decisions by the age of 16.

In my mind, everyone should be encouraged to stay in school until 18 both for social and career reasons. However, I believe it would be a mistake to make this compulsory bearing in mind that different people have different needs and abilities and the possibilities of other forms of vocational training.

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Why education is important in our life?

Có thể trả lời như sau: Education helps a person to get knowledge and improve confidence in life. It can help you improve your career and your personal growth. An educated person can become a great citizen in society. It helps you to take the right decisions in life.

What is the importance of education essay?

Gợi ý trả lời: Education certainly determines the quality of an individual's life. Education improves one's knowledge, skills and develops the personality and attitude. Most noteworthy, Education affects the chances of employment for people. A highly educated individual is probably very likely to get a good job.

What are the 7 roles of a teacher?

Bạn có thể trả lời như sau. The primary roles of a teacher are:

Providing mentorship

Inspiring learners

Nurturing healthy curiosity in learners

Creating meaningful learning experiences

Leveraging technology to support learning

Mediating and liaising

Researching learning strategies

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Education (Giáo dục) là một chủ đề khá quen thuộc trong phần thi IELTS Writing Task 2. Khi bắt gặp chủ đề này trong bài thi, đề bài có thể khai thác rất nhiều khía cạnh điển hình như hệ thống giáo dục ở một quốc gia, cách ứng xử trong môi trường học đường, phương pháp dạy và học ở chương trình phổ thông .. Với nhiều dạng bài và hướng tiếp cận đa dạng như vậy, bạn cần chuẩn bị cho bản thân những kỹ năng và kiến thức liên quan đến chủ đề này. 

Bài viết dưới đây sẽ gợi ý đến bạn cấu trúc làm bài cơ bản, những ý tưởng cho từng chủ đề nhỏ cũng như từ vựng để giúp bạn dễ dàng hệ thống bài viết của mình, từ đó ghi điểm cao trong bài thi IELTS Writing Task 2 - chủ đề Education.

1. Tổng quan về chủ đề Education - IELTS Writing

Các chủ đề phụ thường gặp trong bài thi ielts.

Education là chủ đề khá dễ trình bày đối với hầu hết các thí sinh, khi vốn kiến thức không quá chuyên sâu và đòi hỏi quy trình phân tích kỹ lưỡng. Tuy nhiên, đối với những đề bài càng đơn giản, bạn lại cần có nhiều ý tưởng độc đáo để ghi điểm cao trong bài thi. Một số nội dung thường xuất hiện liên quan đến chủ đề Education (Giáo dục) trong IELTS Task 2 có thể kể đến như:

Problems and solutions for educational development

Perspectives on Studying abroad: Motivations and Challenges

Teacher and Parental influence on Childhood learning 

Perspectives on Graduate Study

Ví dụ những câu hỏi về Education phổ biến trong IELTS Writing Task 2

While many people go to university for academic study, more people should be encouraged to do vocational training because there is a lack of qualified workers such as electricians and plumbers. Agree or disagree?

Some people believe that children should study all subjects at school, while others think they should only study subjects they are good at or find interesting. Discuss both views and give your opinion. 

Some people believe that studying at university or college is the best route to a successful career, while others believe that it is better to get a job straight after school. Discuss both views and give your opinion. 

It is the responsibility of schools to teach children good behavior in addition to provide formal education. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Many students find it difficult to focus or pay attention at school nowadays. What are the reasons for this? What can be done to solve this problem?

2. Ý tưởng áp dụng cho chủ đề Education - IELTS Writing

Cùng IDP tham khảo một số luận điểm giúp bạn lên ý tưởng cho một vài dạng đề phổ biến nhé!

Impacts of technology on education (Ảnh hưởng của công nghệ đến giáo dục)

- The Internet search engines are a source of immense information. Students can have access to the latest information in just one or two clicks.



- Technology has removed space and time limitations. Students can attend a virtual classroom at any time and anywhere as long as they have access to the Internet.



- Educational technology can promote collaboration. Through online lessons and learning games, students get to work together to solve problems. In these collaborative activities, students can share their thoughts and ideas as well as supporting each other. 

- Computers might not be comparable with human’s emotional intelligence and flexibility.



- Teachers can also provide emotional support for students when dealing with difficulties. 



- Technology is merely an effective teaching tool. It can facilitate the process of learning, but it certainly cannot replace the role of teacher.

Perspectives on Studying abroad (Quan điểm về du học)



- Students can learn from highly-qualified lecturers with the aid of useful learning materials 



- Living in a foreign country can broaden students’ horizons and enrich their knowledge. 



- Students can learn about different cultures in the world by making friends with other international students.



- International students with more specialized knowledge and creative ideas might help to strengthen the workforce, which could make a nation prosperous. 



- Teachers can also provide emotional support for students when dealing with difficulties. 



- After students achieve their academic goal, they might choose to come back and devote themselves to their homeland. 



- Language barriers might prevent students from interacting with native speakers as this makes it more difficult for students to work effectively with their classmates in group projects or to express their opinions clearly in important presentations.



- Students can also suffer from culture shock or other health issues as a result of living alone in an unfamiliar environment.



- There is a potential risk of brain drain. While developing countries are struggling to develop, their key skilled labor still decide to leave their homeland. 

Students should go to university or get a job (Nên học đại học hay nên tìm việc luôn sau khi tốt nghiệp)

- Provide students with qualifications, which may enhance their employment prospects.



- University graduates tend to have much higher income than those who do not go to university.



- Higher education helps students gain in-depth knowledge of their profession. 

- Working straight after high school can give students the chance to earn and save money from an early age → They can become more mature and independent. 



- They can obtain real life experience and vital skills sooner.



- Working gives students the opportunity to try out in different fields and choose the most suitable one.

3. Hướng dẫn làm chủ đề Education - IELTS Writing Task 2

Dạng bài argumentative.

Đối với dạng bài này, bạn thường có ba cách trình bày quan điểm: 

Strongly agree;

Strongly disagree;

Partly agree/disagree.

Nếu bạn lựa chọn Strongly agree hoặc Strongly disagree, bạn cần đưa ra từ 2-3 lý do. Nếu ý kiến của bạn khá trung lập, bạn cần nêu quan điểm ở cả hai mặt của vấn đề. 

Xem thêm: Cách viết Agree or Disagree đạt điểm cao IELTS Writing Task 2

Dạng bài Discussion

Đối với dạng bài này, bạn cần chia phần Body (Thân bài) thành hai đoạn, mỗi đoạn tương ứng với một khía cạnh của vấn đề. Một điều bạn cần lưu ý là đối với mỗi khía cạnh, bạn phải viết với độ dài bằng nhau, đứng ở lập trường trung lập chứ không nghiêng về một quan điểm nhất định. 

Và cũng không cần phải viết rõ quan điểm cá nhân thành một đoạn hoàn chỉnh mà chỉ cần thêm ý kiến, quan điểm vào mở bài hoặc kết bài.

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Dạng bài Causes and Effects/Causes and Solutions

Dạng đề này yêu cầu bạn phải đưa ra những nguyên nhân hay những tác động ảnh hưởng đến vấn đề đó. Sau đó đưa ra một giải pháp mà bạn cho là hợp lý nhất, giải thích sự hợp lý của giải pháp đó.

Xem thêm: Cách viết dạng Problem and Solution trong Writing Task 2

4. Từ vựng chủ đề Education - IELTS Writing Task 2

Trong bài thi IELTS, bạn cần làm tốt tất cả các kỹ năng một cách hoàn hảo nhất. Cùng IDP tham khảo các từ vựng nâng cao xoay quanh chủ đề Education dưới đây:

Từ vựng chủ đề Education

Distance learning

Học trực tuyến, học từ xa

Distance learning has become so common in quarantine. 

Face-to-face classes

Lớp học trực tiếp có giáo viên và học viên

It was the first face-to-face meeting between the two men.

Private education

Giáo dục tư nhân

A private education hardly comes cheap: parents have to pay up to $5,000 for their kids.

Inquisitive 

Ham hiểu biết

He isn’t as inquisitive as he is trying to be.

Comprehensive education

Giáo dục toàn diện

I support comprehensive education because it cannot be offered or provided otherwise. 

Collocation chủ đề Education 

Fall behind with studies

Không theo kịp việc học ở trường

Keep up with the workload

Bắt kịp với việc học trên trường

Complete a degree

Hoàn thành một văn bằng

Have unusual intelligence 

Highly intelligent

Cực kỳ thông minh

Lack of discipline

Vô kỷ luật

Factory of something

Chuyên ngành gì

To improve their level of academic performance

Cải thiện kết quả học tập/tiến bộ trong học tập

To pass with flying colors

Đậu kỳ thi một cách dễ dàng

The school of hard knocks

Học từ thực tế cuộc sống

Nurture reasoning, analytical thinking

Nuôi dưỡng tư duy phân tích, lý luận

The embedding of financial literacy course

Kết hợp những môn học liên quan đến tài chính

The comprehension of written words

Việc đọc hiểu ngôn ngữ viết

Xem thêm: Tổng hợp bộ từ vựng IELTS Writing Task 2

5. Bài mẫu IELTS Writing Task 2 - Education

Đề bài: Some people believe the aim of university education is to help graduates get better jobs. Others believe there are much wider benefits of university education for both individuals and society. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Bài làm: 

These days, more and more people are making the choice to go to university.  While some people are of the opinion that the only purpose of university education is to improve job prospects, others think that society and the individual benefit in much broader ways. 

It is certainly true that one of the main aims of university is to secure a better job. The majority of people want to improve their future career prospects and attending university is one of the best ways to do this as it increases a person's marketable skills and attractiveness to potential employers. In addition, further education is very expensive for many people, so most would not consider it if it would not provide them with a more secure future and a higher standard of living. Thus job prospects are very important.

However, there are other benefits for individuals and society. Firstly, the independence of living away from home is a benefit because it helps the students develop better social skills and improve as a person.  A case in point is that many students will have to leave their families, live in halls of residence, and meet new friends. As a result, their maturity and confidence will grow to enable them to live more fulfilling lives.  Secondly, society will gain from the contribution that graduates can make to the economy. We are living in a very competitive world, so countries need educated people in order to compete and prosper.

Therefore, I believe that although the main aim of university education is to get the best job, there are clearly further benefits. If we continue to promote and encourage university attendance, it will lead to a better future for individuals and society.

Tự tin ghi điểm chủ đề Education trong IELTS Writing

Trên đây là những tổng hợp các ý tưởng và từ vựng giúp bạn dễ dàng ghi điểm cao trong bài kiểm tra IELTS Writing Task 2, hy vọng bài viết này sẽ giúp bạn có cái nhìn rõ hơn về các chủ đề quen thuộc, phạm vi của câu hỏi để có thể ôn luyện thường xuyên và chinh phục điểm số cao nhất. 

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Types of Tasks in TOEFL Writing Section

Types of tasks in toefl ibt® writing section.

Updated On September 18, 2024

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Toefl integrated writing task, toefl academic discussion task.

There are two types of tasks in the TOEFL Writing Section: Integrated Writing Task and the Academic Discussion Writing Task. With a duration of around 29 minutes, the TOEFL Writing section, a critical component of the TOEFL exam, is designed to evaluate your ability to communicate effectively in written English within an academic context. 

Explore the specifics of each task, and read on to learn everything you need to know about the types of tasks in the TOEFL iBT® Writing section and how to master them!

The TOEFL Integrated Writing Task requires you to combine information from a reading passage and a lecture. This task tests your ability to comprehend information from both written and spoken sources.

Structure of Integrated Task

Understanding the structure of the Integrated Writing Task is crucial for effective preparation. Here, we break down the components and what is expected in your response.

  • You will have 3 minutes to read a passage on an academic topic. The passage usually presents a point of view or argument.
  • Then, you will listen to a lecture that discusses the same topic but presents a different perspective or counters the information in the reading passage.
  • You will then have 20 minutes to write an essay that summarises the main points of the lecture and explains how they relate to the reading passage. Your essay should highlight the points of agreement or disagreement between the two sources.

Sample Questio n

To help you familiarise yourself with the Integrated Writing Task, here's a sample question that replicates the format and content you will encounter on the test.

Reading Passage: The urbanisation of the American landscape had several significant effects on the country's development. With the growth of cities, new economic opportunities emerged, leading to increased job availability and improved living standards for many. However, this rapid urban growth also brought about various social and environmental challenges, including overcrowded living conditions, pollution, and the strain on public services.

Lecture: The lecturer argues that while urbanisation did bring about economic benefits, it also led to significant social disparities. For instance, while some individuals benefited from new job opportunities, others were left behind, particularly those in rural areas who struggled to adapt to the changing economic landscape. Additionally, the environmental impacts of urbanisation were more severe than initially anticipated, contributing to long-term issues such as climate change and loss of biodiversity.

Writing Task: Summarise the points made in the lecture, being sure to explain how they cast doubt on the points made in the reading passage.

Tips for Success

Excelling in the Integrated Writing Task requires specific strategies and techniques. Follow these tips to enhance your performance.

  • Take detailed notes while reading the passage and listening to the lecture.
  • Focus on identifying the main points and supporting details in both sources.
  • Clearly organise your essay, ensuring that each paragraph addresses a specific point.
  • Use paraphrasing and summarising techniques to convey the information accurately.
  • Avoid inserting your own opinion; stick to summarising the provided information.

The TOEFL Academic Discussion Task requires you to participate in a simulated online discussion on an academic topic. This task tests your ability to articulate your opinion, support your arguments, and engage with other perspectives in a written format.

Structure of Writing Academic Discussion Task

The Academic Discussion Task involves participating in an online discussion format in a class. Let's explore the key elements of this task and how to approach it.

  • Question: You will be given a prompt that presents a scenario or question related to an academic subject. This prompt is designed to elicit your opinion and foster discussion.
  • Writing Task: You will have 10 minutes to write a response in which you express your viewpoint, provide supporting arguments, and interact with the perspectives provided by fictional classmates in the discussion. Your response should be well-organised and demonstrate critical thinking.

Practice with a sample question to get a feel for the Academic Discussion Task. This example will illustrate the type of questions and responses you will need to write.

Prompt: In a university online forum, the following discussion is taking place about the use of technology in education:

Student A: I believe that integrating technology in education enhances learning by providing access to a wealth of information and interactive tools.

Student B: While technology can be beneficial, it can also be a distraction and reduce students' focus on traditional learning methods.

Your Task: Write a response expressing your viewpoint on the use of technology in education. Support your argument with examples and engage with the perspectives provided by Student A and Student B.

Success in the Academic Discussion Task comes from clear, well-supported arguments. Use these tips to effectively engage in the discussion and present your viewpoint.

  • Read the prompt and any provided responses carefully to understand the context and the points made by your fictional classmates.
  • Clearly state your opinion or argument in the first few sentences of your response.
  • Use specific examples and logical reasoning to support your viewpoint.
  • Engage with other perspectives by agreeing, disagreeing, or adding to the points made by your fictional classmates.
  • Keep your response focused and concise, as you have limited time.

Mastering the TOEFL Writing section task types requires understanding the distinct formats of the tasks. Consistent practice and strategic preparation will help you achieve a high score and demonstrate your proficiency in academic English writing. Good luck!

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Slum Descriptive Writing Task: AQA Language Paper 01B (Home School Friendly)

Slum Descriptive Writing Task: AQA Language Paper 01B (Home School Friendly)

Subject: English

Age range: 14-16

Resource type: Worksheet/Activity

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This writing challenge focuses on describing a slum - it might be worthwhile showing students 'Slumdog Millionaire from 06:30 to 09:30 minutes to help them visualise what life is like in a slum.

KS4 students would benefit most from this writing activity which could be done as a stand alone lesson or to support the teaching of English Language paper one in general.

This activity would be useful as stretch activities for more able students, although it would be possible to run through it as a class activity (perhaps planning together) for less able students.

For students who are just coming across writing description for the first time, it would be useful to run through how to plan and write it up separately, before focusing on editing and improving. The Writing Revolution would suggest that approaching it through describing as a teacher (modelling how it’d done), then in pairs and then indvidually would lead to better responses too.

Additionally, the formatting and layout has been influenced by ‘The Learning Scientist’ and their principles on how to make resources most accessible.

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IELTS Writing Task 2 Introduction: Cách Viết Intro Dễ Dàng

IELTS Writing Task 2 Introduction (phần Giới thiệu bài luận) là một phần quan trọng, quyết định ấn tượng đầu tiên đối với giám khảo. Vì vậy, có rất nhiều bạn thí sinh quan tâm đến việc viết Intro làm sao cho vừa ngắn gọn đủ ý mà vẫn đạt hiệu quả. Bài viết dưới đây sẽ giúp các bạn giải đáp thắc mắc trên nhé!

Mục đích và cấu trúc của Introduction

Introduction hay còn gọi là phần giới thiệu bài luận. Đây là phần cung cấp cho người đọc nội dung tổng quan về chủ đề mà người viết trình bày trong bài luận. Phần giới thiệu này vô cùng quan trọng vì đây là vị trí đầu tiên mà giám khảo sẽ đọc trong bài làm của bạn. Vì vậy hãy cố gắng viết một mở bài rõ ràng, cho thấy được tổng thể bài làm của bạn mà vẫn đảm bảo dẫn dắt khéo léo gây ấn tượng với giám khảo

Một mở bài tốt cần cung cấp cho người đọc một số thông tin cơ bản về chủ đề/vấn đề mà bạn đang đề cập đồng thời cần phác thảo rõ ràng câu trả lời cho đề bài. Nhìn chung, Introduction cần giải quyết được 3 phần sau: 

  • Giới thiệu chủ đề: Làm rõ vấn đề đề bài đưa ra 
  • Tuyên bố luận điểm: Ý kiến cá nhân về vấn đề này 
  • Giới thiệu cấu trúc bài luận: Các ý chứng minh cho luận điểm của bạn sẽ bao gồm những gì? Triển khai như thế nào?

Dung lượng lý tưởng cho phần Intro chỉ nên nằm trong khoảng từ 50 – 70 từ. 

Như vậy, cấu trúc của một Introduction đầy đủ sẽ nên bao gồm các bộ phận sau 

  • Câu 1 – General Statement: Câu giới thiệu tổng quan chung về chủ đề đề bài 
  • Câu 2 – Thesis Statement : Câu trả lời trực tiếp vào câu hỏi của đề bài

Cấu trúc chung của phần Introduction

Hướng dẫn viết Introduction trong IELTS Writing Task 2 

Trước tiên, bạn cần đọc hiểu và phân tích kỹ đề bài. Đây là bước vô cùng quan trọng để giúp thí sinh giúp thí sinh nắm rõ chủ đề bàn luận, tránh sai đề lạc đề và đồng thời dần dần nắm bắt được ý tưởng chủ đề và tiết kiệm thời gian trong việc sắp xếp ý ở các phần tiếp theo. 

Thông thường với bất kỳ dạng đề nào, cấu trúc đề thi sẽ có 2 phần:

  • Phần 1: Giới thiệu chủ đề đề bài muốn nói tới
  • Phần 2: Nêu ra yêu cầu

Phần 1 sẽ giới thiệu tổng quan và cung cấp bối cảnh chung về chủ đề, thường là nguyên nhân, hậu quả hoặc các ý kiến trái chiều của vấn đề. Còn phần 2 sẽ là đề bài yêu cầu thí sinh đưa ra ý kiến, quan điểm của bản thân như đồng tình, không đồng tình hay bàn luận, mở rộng thêm.

Sau khi đã hiểu và nắm rõ nhiệm vụ đề thi đưa ra, thí sinh sẽ tiến hành viết Introduction. Để dễ dàng hơn, trong bài viết này, Ôn luyện sẽ giới thiệu cách viết cụ thể cho riêng 2 câu của phần Introduction.

Xem thêm: Cách Viết IELTS Writing Task 2 Đơn Giản Cho Người Mới Học

Hướng dẫn viết IELTS Writing Introduction

Cách viết General Statement

General Statement là câu giới thiệu chung về chủ đề của bài viết. Câu này sẽ cung cấp các thông tin background về chủ đề đó. Thông thường bạn sẽ không cần tốn thời gian để nghĩ quá nhiều về nội dung của câu General Statement vì ngay ở đề bài đã có rồi. Việc bạn cần làm đó là diễn đạt lại câu văn ở đề bài bằng cách khác với kỹ thuật “paraphrasing” sao cho vẫn đảm bảo thông tin ở câu gốc không thay đổi. Người viết có thể thực hiện điều này bằng cách 

  • Synonyms: Thay thế các từ cho sẵn bằng các từ đồng nghĩa 
  • Moving Phrase: Thay đổi cấu trúc và thứ tự từ trong câu (thường sử dụng kết hợp từ đồng nghĩa) 
  • Changing voice: Chuyển các thể chủ động sang bị động trong câu 
  • Word formation: Thay đổi thể thức của từ (ví dụ thay vì sử dụng adverd, bạn có thể chuyển sang sử dụng adjective + noun 
  • Empty subject/Cleft sentence: Sử dụng chủ ngữ giả hoặc câu chẻ 

It is + adverb + believed/thought …

It is/was + Noun + that + Clause 

  • Sentence combining: Kết hợp câu, sử dụng kết hợp 2 câu thành 1 câu có mối quan hệ nguyên nhân – kết quả, trái ngược nghĩa…

Đề bài: In spite of the advances made in agriculture, many people around the world still go hungry

Câu paraphrase: General statement: Despite the modern technology created in agriculture, the famines are remaining around the world. 

Cách thức paraphrasing:

  • Advance = development = modern technology 
  • Go hungry (v) -> famines (n)
  • In spite of = Despite 

Một số cấu trúc thường sử dụng 

Xem thêm: Hướng Dẫn Viết Câu Trong IELTS Từ Chiến Thần 8.0

Cách viết Introdcution cho bài IELTS Writing Task 2

Cách viết Thesis Statement 

Với phần Thesis Statement, người viết cần đưa ra một câu trả lời trực tiếp và rõ ràng cho câu hỏi ở đề bài. Nói cách khác, trong câu này, người viết phải thẳng thắn bày tỏ quan điểm cá nhân hoặc đưa ra tóm tắt các ý chính 

Để làm tốt phần Thesis Statement bạn cần phải nắm chắc 5 dạng bài chính trong IELTS Writing Task 2, từ đó đưa ra được câu trả lời phù hợp cho từng dạng. Có 5 dạng bài chính bao gồm: 

  • Discussion 
  • Advantages and Disadvantages
  • Problem and Solution
  • Two-part Question

Mẹo để trả lời câu hỏi đề bài đưa ra đó là hãy dựa vào các Action word của đề bài từ đó xác định dạng bài và trả lời đúng vào trọng tâm câu hỏi dạng đó. 

Ngoài ra, bạn cũng cần chú ý Thesis statement cần phải ngắn gọn, cô đọng, thể hiện một quan điểm rõ ràng và có liên quan đến nội dung trọng tâm bài viết. Quan điểm được đưa ra này cũng cần phải đồng nhất và duy trì xuyên suốt trong bài làm của bạn. Vì vậy bạn cần đọc kỹ đề bài và phác thảo sơ qua trước những ý tưởng mà bạn sẽ trình bày để đưa ra một quan điểm hợp lý nhất.

Gợi ý các Introduction cho từng dạng bài IELTS Writing Task 2 

Dưới đây là một số các cấu trúc và công thức mà bạn có thể áp dụng để viết Introduction trong IELTS Writing Task 2

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

What is your opinion on this?

paraphrase lại đề bài trong 1 câu

trả lời trực tiếp câu hỏi của đề bài: hoàn toàn đồng ý/không đồng ý/đồng ý một phần với ý kiến được đưa ra

These days, some people argue that a country becomes more fascinating and progresses faster when it accommodates people from diverse nationalities. I completely agree with this idea for the following reasons.
Discuss both sides

Discuss these two views and give your opinion

Nếu có cụm “give your opinion” thì thêm vào bài viết ý kiến cá nhân, nếu không có tuyệt đối không thêm 

paraphrase lại đề bài

trả lời trực tiếp câu hỏi của đề bài:

In recent years, advertising has become a dominant force in the business world, especially in an era of intense competition among companies. However, while some argue that advertisements have become so ubiquitous that customers are immune to their influence, I gravitate to those who believe that advertising today wields even more power than in the past.
What do you think the causes are? What solutions can you suggest?

What are the causes and solutions?

While some sociologists argue that poor role models in society, including parents and peers, contribute to this issue, it is imperative to discuss the causes and effects of widespread drug use among the youth and suggest comprehensive solutions.
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of …

Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?

giới thiệu nội dung chính của toàn bài và nêu ra quan điểm là Advantages nhiều hơn, hay Disadvantages nhiều hơn nếu được hỏi:

In our era of technological advancements, access to remote natural environments, such as the South Pole, has become a reality for both scientists and tourists. While this development offers remarkable opportunities, it is not without any challenges. In this essay, I will argue that the advantages of this development indeed outweigh the disadvantages.
2 questions

Some people say/claim/opine/believe that…

There is no denying that…

These days, …/ In this day and age, … / In today’s world,…

In my opinion,…

I strongly opine / agree / believe that…

Personally speaking,…

Apparently, …

In recent years, an increasing number of individuals are opting for self-employment over traditional employment with organizations. This trend is driven by various factors, but it also carries certain disadvantages, as explored in this essay.

Trên đây là bài viết hướng dẫn cách viết IELTS Writing Task 2 Introduction và một số mẫu câu có thể sử dụng trong phần mở đầu Task 2. Hy vọng thông qua bài viết bạn đã tự tin đặt bút viết bất kỳ phần Introduction cho mọi đề bài. Chúc bạn học tập tốt và đạt kết quả như mong đợi! 

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