Some people say History is one of the most important school subjects. Other people think that, intoday’s world, subjects like Science and Technology are more important than History. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge orexperience.

There has been

long controversy

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a long controversy

about what should students learn nowadays.

Although

there are good arguments in favour of the importance of studying History, I would agree that practical subjects like Science and Technology are an essential key to acquire better career path. Of all the reasons why people would suggest History is the most significant subject, the

first

thing popping up in mind is that students are encouraged to contribute to the society. One of the major roles of education is to transform students into responsible citizens. When studying history about their nations, young people can have better picture where they are living in.

This

will in turn enhance their recognition towards the country. As the future pillars of the community, students are more willing to ameliorate the situations when they grow up. It should

also

be noted that learning history from other countries can broaden students’ horizons as they get to learn the cultures and civilization in foreign countries. Despite the aforementioned reasons, I personally believe that schools should encourage students to study more practical subjects. Never should we understand the fact that studying practical subjects will allow students to gain more job opportunities with better monetary return.

This

is because students can usually acquire professional knowledge in practical subjects and have a

clearer

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clear

career path, especially

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in

the science and technology ones.

For example

, doctors, engineers and computer programmer are secure for high paying and stable jobs, where they are promoted from time to time.

Therefore

, students can be financially independent and even support their parents. Another benefit is that practical subjects train pupils’ problem solving skills and critical thinking skills as they are handling real life situations like working in a laboratory. Those skills are vitally important in their future life. Under

this

line of thinking, there are certain reasons why history brings about benefits to students, it seems to me that practical subjects like science and technology are of paramount importance for their career prospects.