Some people argue that because the Internet makes it so easy for children to access facts, schools should not focus on teaching facts. Instead, they should focus on developing children’s skills and potential, and their relationships with other people. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
School and university students learn lessons far better from their teachers than from other sources, such as the internet and television. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You have been going to a piano teacher for the past month.
However, it no longer fits into your budget or busy schedule
Write a letter to your piano teacher. In your letter:
• Thank him for his efforts and time
• Explain the changes in your circumstances
• Explain that you may be able to pick it up again
An increasing number of professionals, such as teachers and doctors are leaving their own poorer countries to work in developed countries. What are the reasons for this trend? What effect does it have on the countries professionals are leaving?
The bar chart below shows the number of hours each teacherspent teaching in different schools in four different countries in 2001.
The table illustrates the salaries of secondary/ high school teachers in 5 different countries (Australia, Denmark,Luxembourg,Japan,Korea) in 2009.
An increasing number of profectional such as teachers and doctors are leaving their own poooer countries to work in developing countries. What are the reasons for this trend?
Some people say that educational success depends most of the time on having a good teacher. Other say that attitude of students also matters? Discuss both views and provide your opinion.
Some people think that online learning is the future of education, while others believe traditional classroom teaching is more effective. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe that cooking is an important life skill, so schools should teach all boys and girls how to cook. Other people think that teaching all boys and girls to cook would be a waste of time. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
You recently completed a course and you borrowed a book from your teacher which you couldn't return in time. You would like to return the book now. Write a letter to your teacher and say:
What book it was.
How helpful was the book?
Explain why you couldn't return it in time.
Schools should do more to teach students about their health and wellbeing. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that parents should teach children how to be good members of society. Others, however, believe that school is the place to learn this. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Give the reasons and relative examples upon your own experiences.
A teacher's duty is to teach, not to be a parent. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Where does the role of the parent finish and that of the teacher begin?
Some people consider that teachers should focus on academics more than motivating students. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Schools should stop teaching children with books which students think boring, and use films, TV, video games and computer instead. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
It is important for children to learn the difference between right and wrong. Purnishment is important to help them learn this distinction. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? What sort of purnishment should Patent and teachers be allowed to use to teach good behaviours to children?
In some developing countries, it is difficult to get good teachers to work in rural area which can have a negative impact on the education of children in those rural communities. Why do you think good teachers do not want to work in rural areas in development countries? What could be done to solve this problem?
Many people believe that healthy eating and the importance of healthy food should be taught in school. Others say that parents should teach their children about healthy food and diet. Discuss both views
Many people believe that in the future, modern technology can take the role of teachers in the class. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
An increasing number of professionals, such as doctors and teachers, are leaving their own pourer countries to work in developed countries. What problems does this cause? What can be done to deal with this situation?
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You have a full-time job and you are also doing a part-time evening course.
You now find that you cannot continue the course.
Write a letter to your teachers. In your letter
* describe the situation
* explain why you cannot continue at this time
* say what action you would like to take
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ................. ,
You should write at least 150 words.
Rising university fees and scarce employment prospects for graduates have led some people to say that universities should not teach arts subjects, like philosophy and history, and only offer practical degree courses that maximise chances for employment. To what extent do you agree or diagree?
Some people think if students are afraid of the teacher it is better. Others see that having a friendly relations is better. what do you think? Discus both points and give us opinion.
Some people think the government should invest more money in teaching science than other subjects in order for a country to develop and progress. To what extent do you agree or disagree
The table below gives information on the salaries of secondary teachers in five countries in 2009.
You don’t need a teacher to learn English. All you need are a dictionary and a grammar book. Do you agree with this? If not give reasons. If you agree give reasons.
Technology is becoming progressively universal In fullness of time, classroom teachers will be totally substituted for teachnology. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high school programmers (for example working for a charity, improving the neighborhood or teaching sports to younger children). To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Schools should stop using books for teaching children as they find them boring, and use films, TV and Computers instead. To what extent do you agree with this?
School teachers should stop using books in teaching rather use video games computers and TV as children find books boring. To what extent do you agree
Some people say that the best way to teach children to behave well is to punish them. Others argue that rewarding and praising children is a better way to teach them the difference between right and wrong. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Constructive feedback from teachers, including deserved praise and specific suggestions, helps students learn, as well as develop positive self-esteem; to suggest the contrary can produce harmful effects. Discuss the statement and give your opinion.
The given table illustrates the amount of tutor’s money teaching in high school in 2009.
Some said teachers’ main role is to transmit the information. Nowadays students are exposed to many kinds of information, so the role of the teacher will not work in modern education. Do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
The teaching of Information Technology is a standard part of the school curriculum in most secondary schools. The same is now happening in primary schools,where children as young as six are learning how to use computers. However, there is a danger that IT skills are being taught at the expense of more basic skills. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
it is important for children to learn the difference between right and wrong at an early age. punishment is necessary to help them learn this distinction. to what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? what soft of punishment should parents and teachers be allowed to use to teach good behavior to children?
Some people think that parents should teach children how to be good members of the society. other, However, believe that school is the people to learn this. Discuss both views and giver your opinion.
some people feel that certain workers like nurses, doctors and teachers are undervalued and should be paid more, especially when other people like film actors or company bosses are paid huge sum of money that are out of proportion to the importance of work that they do. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the above statement and what's your opinion.
Many Individuals believe that Teachers should be paid according to how much their students learn, while others don't opine the same. Discuss both views and give your opinion?
Some people believe that teachers should teach children good manners while others believe that parents should take this responsibility. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
The chart below shows the persentage of male and female teachers and six different types
Many people argue that in order to improve educational quality, high schools students are encouraged to make comments or even critisism on their teachers. Others think it will lead to loss of respect and discipline in the classroom. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Many people argu that in order to improve educational quality, high school students are encouraged to make comments or even criticism on their teachers. Other think it will lead to loss of respect and discipline in the classroom. Discuss both views and give your Opinion.
some teachers and parents feel that controlling child behavior is good. Others feel that they should not be controlled. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
It’s important for children to learn the difference between right and wrong at an early age. Punishment is necessary to help them learn this distinction. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? What sort of punishment should parents and teachers be allowed to use to teach good behaviour to children?
Some psychologists claim that the basic reason for an increase in violent crime among youngsters under the age of 18 is that children these days are not getting the social and emotional learning they need from parents and teachers. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
You have a test in your English class next week, but you cannot attend. Write to your teacher. In your letter:
. Explain your situation.
. Apologies for not being able to take the test.
. Ask whether it is possible for you to take the test at another time.
Write at least 150 words. You do not need to write any address. Begin your letter with: Dear...
Some people feel that schools should teach children how to become a good parent. Do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
You are a parent and you need information about a school trip your child is going on.
Write a letter to the class teacher. In your letter
introduce yourself
explain what information you are looking for
inform the teacher about any specific needs your child has
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear…………….. ,