In many countries schools have svere problems with student behaviour. what do you think are the causes for this? What solutions can you suggest?
Schools should stop using books for teaching to learn as they find them boring, and use films, TV, and computer instead. To what extent do you agree with this?
Many students find it difficult to learn subjects like mathematics and philosophy and hence they should be optional in schools. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that schools should give prizes for academic successes. Others argue that it is more important for schools to give prizes for other ahivements (for example, for sports, music and behaviour). Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
With the increase in computer use, many people feel that schools do not need to put the emphasis that they used to on basic handwriting skills or mental mathematics skills. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this?
Some people think that teachers are essential to the learning process. Others argue that students at schools and universities learn far more from other sources (such as the Internet and television) than from lessons with teachers. What are your views on this?
Some people say that schools should invest money in the best equipment for their students. Others says that it is better to invest money in hiring good teachers. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
Some people think that schools should imore invest money in technology, such as more computers, while others think more money should be spent on teachers. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Some people suggest that children do not understand the world of work and schools should make all teenager spend a short time working as well as studying academic subjects. To what extent do you agree?
All parents want the best opportunities fir their children. There are some people who think that schools should teach children skills but others think having a range of subjects is better for a children’s future. Discuss both of sides and give your opinion.
nowadays, a lot of buildings, such as offices and schools, are now being built with an open play design. why is that? do you see this as a positive or negative development?
In some countries,fast food restaurants and companies give money to schools provided that school promote their products to schools children.What do you think is positive and negative of this in the developent of children ?
Schools should use films, computers and games to educate children instead of books. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
In many cities planers tend to arange shops , schools , offices and homes in spwcific areas and separate them from each other . Do you think the adventages of this police outweight the disadvantages
Post pandemic Corona has brought life to standstill. Among the many segments suffered, Education field is severely hit where time is the essence. Right from schools, colleges and universities the examination process and admission procedures have become more complicated. What are your suggestions to streamline this segment?
In modern society, some people argue that schools become unnecessary as student can study at home via the Internet. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that school should use teaching methods that encourage students to cooperate. Other people think that schools should use teaching methods that encourage students to compete. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The bar chart shows the average size class in primary schools and lower secondary schools in 6 countries compared to the world average in 2006.
In many countries, schoolchildren are required to wear school uniforms. Do you think this should this be enforced in all schools?
It is generally accepted that exercise is good for children and teenagers. Therefore, physical education and sport should be compulsory for all students in all schools. What do you think? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some people think that schools are too competitive and that this has a negative impact on children. Others believe the competitive environment encourages children to achieve. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
In many cities, planners tend to arrange shops, schools, offices and homes in a specific area and separated them each other. Do you think the advantages of this policy outweigh disadvantages.
Some people think schools should teach students practical skills for future employment, while others believe academic subjects should remain the focus. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people believe that subjects such as art, music, drama and creative writing have a bright future. Therefore, schools should spend more time teaching these subjects. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Nowadays computer education is compulsory for learners in most schools. Do you think it is necessary or will children acquire these skills naturally from their day interaction with technology everywhere? Discuss both and give your opinion.
Childhood obesity is an increasing problem in Australia. As many as tow thirds of children are now obese. Schools have a responsibility to monitor what their students eat and the amount of exercise they do. To what extent do you agree with this statement?
In many cities, planers tend to arrange shops, schools, offices and homes in specific areas and separate them from each other. Do you think the advantages of this policy outweigh the disadvantages?
Many students find it difficult to focus or pay attention at schools nowadays. What are the reasons for this? What can be done to solve this problem?
The pie charts provide information about percentage of purchase in British schools in 1981 , 1991 and 2001.
some people think computer and internet are important in childrens study but others think students can learn effectively in schools with teachers.discuss both views
The table above shows the percentage of students who attended four different high schools in the years 2000, 2005 and 2009.
Some people think it is better to educate boys and girls in separate schools. Others, however, believe that boys and girls benefit more from attending mixed schools. Discuss bot these views and give your own opinion.
. These days, in many countries, fewer and fewer people want to become teachers, particularly in secondary schools. What are the reasons for this, and how could the problem be solved? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. Model Answer:
Schools should focus on academic success and passing examinations. Skills such as cookery, dressmaking and woodwork should not be taught at school as it is better to learn these from family and friends. To that extent do you agree or disagree.
Levels of consumer debt are increasing across the world. To address this, a new subject should be introduced in secondary schools: how to manage personal finances. To what extent do you agree with this statement?
Are classes, such as painting and drawing, are as important to a child's development as other subjects, so it should be compulsory in high schools. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The pie chart highlights the repartition of dance classes in percentage between numerous types of institutions, while the bar graph illustrates the style of dance courses two groups of youngsters follow. Overall, private studios represent the main amenity for dance classes and most of youth under the age of 11 practice ballet whilst the teenagers from 11 to 16 years old prefer modern dance. Looking in closer detail at the chart, we can notice that private studios head the locations of dance classes accounting for 48%. In addition, school halls come in the second position, representing 24%. Community halls and other schools follow with a rate of 18%. Finally, a small percentage of 10% is attributed to college-based studios. The bar graph brings more pieces of information concerning the style of dancing practiced regarding the age. In fact, the majority of ballet dancers belongs to the under 11 group, accounting for more than 600 students. Modern style of dancing is, in contrary, practiced by approximately 500 students from the age of 11 to 16 years old. Furthermore, the tap dance courses are almost equally followed by the two groups.
In some schools and universities, girls tend to choose arts subjects (e.g. literature), and boys tend to choose science subjects (e.g. physics). Why do you think this is so? Should this tendency be changed? Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Students leave high schools without learning how to manage their money. What are the reasons and solutions for this issue?
Some say thw standard of behaviour among children has worsened and that this the the parents' fault; others say that schools are to blame. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think that schools are no longer necessary because children can get so much information available through the Internet while others believe that nothing can replace physical classrooms with direct guidance from teachers.Discuss both views( and give your own opinion).
In schools and universities, girls tend to choose art subjects, while boys choose science subjects. What is the reason? Should the trend be changed?
An increasing number of schools provide tablets and laptop computers for students to use in school, replacing books and other printed materials like exams and assigments. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this trend?
Some people believe that children in schools should learn how advertisements motivate us to buy things. Do you agree or disagree? Give your opinion.
Some people think that the main purpose of schools is to turn children into good citizens and workers, rather to benefit them as individual. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Because some children do not seem to have natural ability to learn other languages, schools should not force them to learn foreign languages. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The money spent by governments on space program would be better spent on vital public services such as schools and hospitals. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think only parents are responsible for teaching children how to behave. Others think the main responsibility lies with schools and the government. Discuss both points of view and give your opinion.
Some people think there should be strict discipline in schools for students to get good marks,while others believe teachers should be friendly.Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Argument: Some people think that students in single-sex schools perform better academically. Others, however, believe that mixed schools provide children with better social skills for adult life. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.