Do you agree or disagree with the following statement: “It is more important for students to study art and literature than it is to study math and science.”
Some people think that universities should assign students to share dormitory rooms. Others think that students should be able to choose their roommates on their own. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people think that students benefit from going to private secondary schools. Others, however, feel that private secondary schools can have a negative effect on society as a whole. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some peoplee 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.
Students in a school should learn academic subjects and pass exams. Other skills such as cookery, dressmaking, and woodwork can be learned from family and friends. Do you agree or disagree?
Education, from preschool through university, should be paid for by the government and therefore free to students. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The best curriculum is not one based on a static body of knowledge but one which teaches students to cope with change. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The pie charts show the results of a survey conducted by a university on the opinions of full-time and part-time students about its services.
Modern societies need specialists in certain fields, but not in others. Some people therefore think that government should pay university fees for students who study subjects that are needed by society; those who choose to study less relevant subjects should not receive government funding. Would the advantages of such an educational policy outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people think that teachers should be responsiblefor teaching students to judge what is right and wrong so that they can behave well. Others say that teachers should only teach students academic subjects. Discuss both views and give your opinion
University students often focus on one subject. However, some people think that universities should encourage students to learn a range of other subjects. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that educational success is based on good teachers and others believe that it depends on students' attitudes. Discuss both the views.
You want to apply for financial support from an organisation that helps students pay for their studies. Write a letter to the organisation. In your letter:
– Describe your qualifications and work experience
– Give details about the part-time course you plan to take
– Explain how this course will help you in the future.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
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Your friend has been offered a place on course at the university where you studied. He/She would like your advice about finding a place to live.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
- describe where you lived when you were a student at the university
- recommend the best way for him/her to look for accommodation
- warn him/her of mistakes students make when choosing
In the past, lectures were used as a way of teaching large numbers of student, but now with the development of technology for education, many people think there is no justification for attending lectures. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The chart below contains information provided by Australia's tertiary insititutions about the percentage of male and female students who enrolled in different subjects in 1995.
Formal examinations are the only effective way to assess a student's performance. Continual assessment such as course work and projects is not a satisfactory way to do this. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? In what other ways the assessment of a child can be done?
Some students take one year off between finishing high school and going to university, in order to travel or to work. Do you think the advantages of a ‘gap year’ outweigh the disadvantages? Support your opinion with examples from your own knowledge or experience.
1.Many people believe that the current system of both teachers and students in the classroom will no longer exist by the year 2050. To what extent do you agree with this opinion?
Some say that university students should pay the full cost of their studies because higher education only benefits the students and not the society. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
In some countries, teenagers have jobs while they are still students. Do you think this is a good idea? Support your opinion by using specific reasons and details.
Some people say that students who achieve the highest score in their exams should be rewarded. Others say that those who show progress should be rewarded instead. Discuss both these views and give your opinion
Some university students want to learn about other subjects in addition to their main subjects. Others believe it is more important to give all their time and attention to studying for a qualication. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Higher Education Costs Higher education could be funded in three ways. All costs paid by government, all costs paid by students or students paying all costs through a government loan. What are the advantages of these choices?
Only formal examinations, written or practical, can give a clear picture of students’ true knowledge and ability at university level. Continuous assessment like course work and projects are poor measures of student ability. To what extent do you agree or disagree on this IELTS topic?
Some people believe that universities should only offer places to students with high marks, while others believe that people of all ages should be allowed even if they don’t do well in school. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people think that exams are a good way of assessing a student’s level. Other people believe they put unnecessary pressure on young learners and tell us very little about their abilities. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
The graph below shows four countries of residence of overseas students in Australia. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparis, who were climbing up calmly, with spantanious surges.ons where relevant.
Increasing numbers of students are choosing to study abroad. To what extent does thistrend benefit the students themselves and the countries involved? Wht are the drawbacks?
Some people believe that university education should be free for everyone, regardless of their financial background. Others think that students should pay for their higher education. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
In some countries, students pay their college or university fees, while In some others, the government pay for them. Do you think the advantages that government pays the mony outweigh the disadvantages?
Not enough students around the world choose to study a science subject at university. What are the reasons for this? What impact does this issue have on society? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Computers are now the basis of the modern world. They should therefore be introduced into classrooms, and their programs used for direct teaching purposes. However, dependence on computers in teaching may carry a certain degree of risk to students. Discuss both sides and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer, and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Friends have more impact on the academic performance of students than their teachers do. Do you agree or disagree? Use details and examples to support your opinion.
People say that it is a waste of time for high school students to learn literature such as novels and poems. Do you agree or disagree?
A number of tertiary courses require students to undertake a period of unpaid work at companies or organisation as part of their programme. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this type of course requirement?
Jenny is conducting a research project on cell phone use. The chart shows the percentage of students, and parents of students, at Jenny’s school who owned cell phone over a 14 year period. The table provides the cell phone ownership rate nationwide over the same timeframe.
The two tables below show the exchange students from universities in Europe to Australia between 2007 and 2009. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people think that schools should choose students according to their academic abilities, while others think it is better to have students of different abilities studying together. Discuss both views and state your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
You are a student at a university in the UK. You have recently lost your university ID card.
Write to the local police station,
giving details of who you are,
what happened
and ask to record your details so that you can apply for a new ID card.
Many Le Thanh Tong grade 11 students lack focus and drive. What is the causes for this? What do you do think is the most effective solution?
The diagrams below show UK students' responses to the question of to what extent would they describe themselves as financially organised. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The charts below show the proportion of British students at one univercity in England who were able to speak other languages in addition to English, in 2000 and 2010
Some people believe that studying abroad is important because it expands a person’s knowledge and understanding of the world. Others feel that it is better to study at home because that is the best way to prepare for a career in the student’s own country. Discuss both views, and give your opinion
The graph below provides information on the nuber of students from the US, UK and Australia who studied in other countries between 2002 and 2007.
In several parts of the world, there is currently a lack of students choosing to study science in universities and colleges. What is the causes? And what will be the effects on society?
the table below shows the numbers of students at a malaysian secondari school during two school years. the charts show the result of surveys asking the students what their favorite sports is
In some countries, university students live at home with their families while they study in the same city, whereas, in other countries they live away from home while they study in another city. Do the benefits of living away from home outweigh the disadvantages?
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You are a current student of Loren Brusque University, studying Business Administration. You want to apply for the post of Quality Assurance Manager you have recently seen on the university's notice board.
Write a letter to Mr. Walker, and
•Give your reason for writing
• Tell about your education
• Describe your work experience and explain why you would be suitable for the job.
Write at least 150 words.
It is common practice for some students to take a gap year after graduating high school to work and/or travel. What do you think are the advantages and disadvantages of this?