Once children start school,teachers have more influence than parents on their intellectual and social development.To what extent fo you agree or disagree?
Task 1-Your friend is thinking about learning to drive and would like some advice.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
• say why a driving licence is advantageous
• recommend a driving school
• give any extra guidance/tips
In developing countries, rural children have less access to education. Some people say that the problem can be solved by providing schools and teachers. Others say that computers and internet should be provided. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Some people say that art subject such as painting and drawing shiuld not be made compulsory for highschool students. To what extend do you agree or disagree ?
Some people believe that teacher should assign a lot of homework for student whereas others believe that they should focus on completing academic work during the school day. Discuss both view and give your opinion.
Many parents choose to teach their children at home instead of sending them to school. What is their reason? What is the disadvantages this?
In many countries around the world young people decide to leave their parents’ home once they finish school. They start living on their own or share a home with friends. Some people think it is a positive thing. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that teenagers should concentrate on all school subjects. Others believe that teenagers should focus on the subject that they are bet or that they find the most interesting. Discuss both these views and give your own opinio
Many schools today use uniforms for their students. Some people say that this is a great idea. Others meanwhile say that this is not a good idea for the students. Give the advantages and disadvantages of school uniforms.
Some schools are very strict about their school uniforms and the appearance of their pupils, while other schools have a very relaxed dress code. What are the advantages and disadvantages of children of having a school uniform?
Some people today argue that schools are no longer necessary because children can learn so much from the internet and be educated at home. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that experiences have before they go to school will have the greatest effect on their future life. Other argue that experiences gained when they are teenagers have a bigger influence. Discuss both view and give your opinion.
Some people believe that unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high school. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people think computers and the Internet are important in children's study, but others think students can learn more effectively in schools and with teachers. Discus both views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own I knowledge or experience.
The money spend by governments on space programmes would be better spent on vital public services such as schools and hospitals. To what extent do uyou agree or disagree?
In some countries in Europe, some children from the age of 11 or 13 go to schools to learn more practical skills that will help them get a job. Other children stay in schools which provide a more general academic education. What should schools do to prepare students for the world of work? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Many young people do not know how to manage their money when graduating high school. What do you think are the reason what can be done to teach them this important skills
Some people say that physical exercise should be a required part of school day. Other believe that students should spend the whole day on academic studies. Which opinion do you agree with? Use specific reason and details to support your answer.
In many cities, planners tend to arrange shops, schools, offices and homes in specific areas and separate them from each other. Do you think the advantage of this policy outwiegh the disadvantage?
Some believe secondary school students should learn international news as a part of school subject while others think, its a waste of time.Discuss both views ans give your opinion.
the amount of time spent on exercise and sport should be increased in schools in order to tackle the problem of overweight children. do you think this is the best way to deal with the problem? what other solutions can you suggest?
Some people think that schools are responsible for teaching children moral values. Others believe that this is the responsibility of parents. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some experts believe that it is better for children to begin learning a foreign language at primary school rather than secondary school. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You recently did a short cookery course. The cookery school asked for your feedback on this course.
Write a letter to the course director at the cookery school.
• describe what you enjoyed about the course
: well known instructors, interactive practical assignments,
• say how much cooking you’ve done since the course : started to help my mother for cooking, during holidays started small tiffin services for students
• suggest another cookery course you’d like the school to offer
Some people think that children going to single-sex schools have disadvantages later in their life. To what extent do you agree?
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?
Some people say history is one of the most important school subject. Other people think that, in today’s world, subjects like science and technology are more important than history. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people believe that the experiences children have before they go to school will have the greatest effect on their future lives. Others argue that experiences gained when they are teenagers have a bigger influence. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Many students today graduate high school and want to continue studying in another country. Studying abroad is very popular today. Give the advantages and disadvantages of studying in another country.
Childhood obesity is becoming a problem throghout the developed world. Because of this, some people think that adverts for fast food, sweets and sugary snacks should not be allowed in schools and colleges. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this?
Discipline is an ever increasing problem in modern schools. Some people think that discipline should be the responsibility of teachers, while others think that this is the role of parents. Discuss both sides and give your opinio
Your friend is thinking about learning to drive and would like some advice. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter Say why a driving license is advantageous Recomend a drving school Give any extra guidance/tips
1.Some school leavers travel or work for a period of time instead of going directly to university. What are the advantages and disadvantages for their studies?
The chart below shows the different levels of post school qualifications in Australia and the proportion of men and women who held them in 1999.
In your opinion, do you think that all children should be taught in a school environment? Say why you think home-schooling would not be a good idea and also point out some benefits for this chosen form of education.
The best way to teach children cooperation is through team sports at school. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays many people believe that children should be taught history in school, however, others Ague that children should learn subjects that are more helpful for modern everyday life. Discuss both view and give your opinion.
Some argue that schools should prioritise life skills such as working in a team and problem-solving instead of traditional academics. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some think secondary and high school students should be allowed to choose academic courses leading to university or practical courses leading to careers such as carpenters. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
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To improve the job prospects, some people want the secondery schools to spend more time teaching commu nication and business skills and spend less time teaching history. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that the main purpose of schools is to turn children into good citizens and workers instead of benefitting them individually. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some experts believe that it is better for children to begin learning a foreign language at primary school rather than secondary school. Do the advantages of this outweight the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The table below gives information about the languages that high school students speak at home in one district
some people think that parents should teach children how to be good members of society. Others, however, belive that school is the place to learn this. Discuss both view and give your opinion
Some experts believe that it is better for children to begin learning a foreign language at primary school rather than secondary school. Do the advantages of this outweigh disadvantages? Give reasons…experience.
The three pie charts below show the changes in annual spending by a particular UK school in 1981, 1991 and 2001. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people believe that schools should focus more on teaching practical skills rather than theoretical knowledge. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some schools are very strict about school uniforms and students appearance, while others have a more relaxed dress code. What are the advantages and disadvantages of students wearing school uniforms.
Being Being able to speak a foreign language can be helpful in many situations in life. Some people believe that children should begin studying a foreign language in primary school while others believe children should not start until secondary school. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.