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Some people think that it is more effective for students to study in groups, while others believe that it is better for them to study alone. Discuss both views and give your opinion

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People have different views about
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ffectiveness of
group
study
 as opposed to working alone. While there are some benefits to
study
 independently, I believe that
group
 work is usually more productive. On the one hand, there are a number of reasons why some believe that working alone is more effective. The
first
 reason that when students
study
 alone, they can have their own space to concentrate on studying. Without worrying about those distractions, students might be able to pay attention to their
study
 and
therefore
, might get higher academic results. Another reason is students can feel comfortable about their time. They can
study
 or relax when they want and everyone can not criticise them for these
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 it is better for them to manage their time.
On the other hand
, I would argue that it would be better for students to
study
 in groups.
Firstly
, students studying in groups have the opportunity to interact and take part in
group
 work activities.
This
 may help them learn a wide range of skills
such
 as communication or teamwork which are necessary for their later jobs.
Secondly
, when students work in groups, they can be confident and learn some experience.
This
 is because
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in the
group
, they need to give their almost knowledge in their exercise and
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 that, we can ask others if we do not tackle the problems and it gives them a chance to explore each other's
perpectives
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perspectives
, their similarities and differences. In conclusion,
although
 some people think that students should
study
 alone, I personally believe that
study
 in
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roup brings more benefits
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 students.
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