Nowadays technology is increasingly being used to monitor what people
are saying and doing (for example, through cellphone tracking and security
cameras). In many cases, the people being monitored are unaware that this is
happening.
Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
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We are becoming increasingly dependent on computer-based technology.
How do you think it will change in the future? Is it good for us to rely so much on computers?
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Some believe technology has made our lives too complex and the solution is to lead a simpler life without technology.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?
New technologies and ways of buying and selling are transforming the lives of consumers.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? (Band 7,5)
With the advances in science and technology, people from different ends of the world can communicate with each other. What is your opinion on the impact of technologies on our lives? Do you think that these advances only result in positive outcomes?
Nowadays the way many people interact with one another has changed because of technology. In what ways has technology affected the types of relationships people make? Has this become a positive or negative development?
During last twenty years, the assessment of students has undergone a major transformation. Many educational institutions have shifted their focus from traditional examination towards variety of innovative assessment techniques, as they believe traditional examination results are not often true to student's ability.
To what extent do you agree with this?
Some people think that introducing new technology can improve people’s quality of life in developing countries. However, others believe that free education should be offered. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Advances in technology have had a profound impact on society. Discuss the positive and negative effects of technology on individuals and communities. Provide relevant examples and your own opinion
The crime rate nowadays is decreasing compared to the past due to advance technology wich can prevent and save crime. Do you agree or disagree?
In many countries goverments are investing in new technology to deal with public. Why is this happening? Do you think this is an appropriate use of goverment money?
Some people thinl that all unversity students should study whatever they like . Other believe that they should only be allowed to study subjects that will be useful in thw future, such as those related to science and technology. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
The diagram below represents a survey on whether consumers would actually consider buying cars from tech companies such as Apple & Google. Summarise the information given in the diagram. Write at least 150 words.
There have been major advances in technology over recent decades and this has led to significant improvements in people's lives. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The role of education is to prepare children for the modern world. Schools should cut arts and music out of that curriculum so that children can focus on the useful subjects such as information technology.
To what extent do you agree?
Libraries should focus on improving their technological resources rather than in building a larger collection of paper books.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Q. As the world becomes technologically advanced, computers are replacing more and more jobs.
Describe some job positions that may be lost because of computers, and discuss at least one problem that may result.
We have been living in the nuclear age now for over a half century. To what extent is nuclear technology a danger to life on earth ? What are the benefits and risk associated with its use?
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 opi
With the recent development in technology like e-books, some people feel that printed media like books, newspapers, and magazine will soon be a thing of the past. Others feel that those form of media will never disappear. Discuss both views and give your opinion!
Public libraries rovide a large collecction of books to read. Somepeople argue that they should also provide other high tech facilities like computer, internet, CD's and DVD's. Do you agree or disagree?
New technologies and ways of buying and selling are transforminig the lives of consumers. To what exent do you agree or disagree wih this opinion?
Art and music are considered some of the fundamental elements of all societies.
Do you think art and music still have a place in today’s modern world of technology?
Should children spend more time learning art and music at school?
Some people think that the amount of money spent on library is a waste as new technologies are developing and replacing library functions. Do you agree or disagree?
In many developing countries, poor people do not have access to the internet and computer technology. As a result, they are unable to get many services.
Why is this the case?
What can the government do to solve this problem?
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Some say that university students must only learn science and technology. While others believe that they should learn what they want.
Discuss both views and give your opinion.
People think that university students should be able to study whatever they like. Others believe that universities should only teach subjects that will be useful in the future, such as science, technology and engineering. Discuss these views and give your opinion.
There are more workers working from home and more students studying from home. This is because computer technology is more and more easily accessible and cheaper. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Many children no longer read books and instead spend their time using modern technology. While some people think this is a positive trend, others think it is a problem. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Some people buy new models of phones, computers and other technology immidately while others prefer to buy after a while they launch. disuss both views and give your opinion.
In many parts of the world, women study science and technology, but donot work in these fields. What measures can be taken to encourage women to work in science and technology?
In recent times, technology has become increasingly important in education. Some people believe that relying too much on technology can negatively affect traditional teaching methods and human interaction. However, others argue that it enhances the learning experience. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Earlier technology developments brought more benefits and changed the lives of ordinary people more than recent developments ever will. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
For a long time art has been considered an essential part of all cultures in the world. Howeverr ,nowadays people's values have changed ,and we tend to consider science ,technology and business more important than arts.
What do you think are the causes.
What can be done to draw people's attention to art?
Some people believe that technology has led to many positive developments in their lives, while others think technology is gradually taking over control of the way people live.
Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Give reasoas for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or xperience
Some people say History is one of the most important school subjects. Other people think that, in today’s world, subject like Sciences and Technology are more important than History. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
Some people think that introducing new technology can improve people's quality of life in the developing countries. However, others believe that free education should be offered. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
Recent developments in technology have made the T.V screen so live that people not need to go for any live performance. To what extent do you agree or disagree
Around the world, more adults can work from home and more children can study from home as computer technology technologies become cheaper and more accessible. Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
##Some people say History is one of the most important school subjects.Other people think that, in today's world, subjects like science and Technology are more important than History.
*Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Modern technology has being used more and more in different aspects of our lives, such as education. Do the advantages of using technology as an educational tool outweigh its disadvantages?
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Mobile phone usage is held responsible for a lot of medical, social and technical problems. What forms do these problems take? Do you agree that the problems outweigh the advantages offered by mobile phones?
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
More and more businesses as well as individuals are choosing to communicate either professionally and socially using technology rather than being face to face. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of using technology in communication.
For a long time art has been considered an essential part of all cultures in the world. However, nowadays people’s values have changed, and we tend to consider science, technology and business more important than arts.
What do you think are the causes of this?
What can be done to draw people’s attention to art?
The crime rate nowadays is decreasing compared to the past due to advanced technology which can prevent and solve crime. Do you agree or disagree?
Many people are now opting to provide technology companies with personal data in exchange for access to software. Do the advantages of this approach outweigh its disadvantages?
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 techonlogy.
Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Recent technological developments have greatly changed our ways of life in a positive way. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Some people say that technological gadgets like smart phones have made life easier and more convenient. Other people say that they have made life more complex and stressful. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Nowadays it is not only large company that can be able to make films. Digital technology enables anyone to produce films. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?