IELTS WRITING - Topic : Education

IELTS WRITING Task 2

Topic : Education

 

Students at school a university learn far more lessons with their teachers than other resources, for example, the internet and television. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

 

In the modern world, schools are no longer necessary because there is so much information available through the internet that children can study just as well at home. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

 

Some people believe that teaching children at home is best for a child’s development while others think that it is important for children to go to school. Discuss the advantages of both methods and give your own opinion.

 

Many universities are offering online courses for university students as an alternative choice for the courses delivered on campus. Is this a positive or a negative development?

 

Despite better access to education, a significant number of people cannot read or write. In what ways people disadvantaged without these skills? What could governments do about this problem?

 

It is observed that in many countries not enough students are choosing to study science subjects. What are the causes? What will be effects on the society?

 

Some say that secondary schools should spend less time on traditional subjects, such as history, and spend more on business courses and developing communication skills. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

 

Once children start school, teachers have more influence than parents on their intellectual and social development. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

 

Everyone should stay in school until they reach the age of 18. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

 

Some people who failed at school can be highly successful in their adult life. Discuss why this happens. What are the main requirements for a successful life?

 

Some students take one year off between finishing school and going to university, in order to travel or to work. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

 

Some schools are very strict about their school uniforms and the appearances of their pupils, while other schools have a very relaxed dress code. Do advantages of wearing school uniform outweighs disadvantages?

 

Some people think that the increasing use of computers and mobile phones for communication has had a negative effect on young people’s reading and writing skills. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

 

Students leave their high school without a good understanding of how to manage their money. What are the reasons how can we improve the situation?

 

Some people believe that young people(children and teenagers) are better at learning foreign languages; others think that adults are more successful at this. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

 

Some people feel that it is difficult to do a public speech or presentation. Therefore, it is a good idea for children to learn to do speeches as early as possible. What is the importance of public speech in life? Do you agree or disagree that children should be taught public speaking skill at school?

 

Some people think that the best way to increase knowledge after schooling is through reading. Others, however, say that this would have minor effect on increasing knowledge and that there are better ways to do it. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

 

Some people say that schools do not do enough to teach young people how to care for their health. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

 

Some people think that museums should be enjoyable places to entertain people, while others believe that the purpose of museums is to educate. Discuss both views and give you own opinion.

 

Some people think that all university students should study whatever they like. Others believe that they should only be allowed to study subjects that will be useful in the future, such as those related to science and technology. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. (University subjects)

 

Universities should accept equal numbers of male and female students in every subject. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

 

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.