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.

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It is no secret that
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and computer-based systems have contributed
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basically every aspect
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our lives - from laptops, smartphones, smartwatches, and even "smart", computerized home appliances. Computer programs are
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increasingly used by schools
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books. Some may argue that using
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for
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process would be very beneficial -
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should be introduced in schools - while others say that it can have negative effects as well. The
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viewpoint focuses on the positive effects of using
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during teaching and learning sessions. And I agree that there are positives of computer-based learning compared to traditional book-based learning.
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,
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using
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are only required to bring a notebook,
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, and at most, a laptop, compared to carrying several textbooks which can affect the
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student
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to take notes and do exams by typing
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of writing by
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, in which illegible handwriting can affect the grades.
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, computerized learning can
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be done in distance (online), which is especially an advantage during a global pandemic like today.
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, the view that computerized learning may bring certain risks highlights its drawbacks. One of the risks
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from
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prolonged screen exposure. There are studies
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that staring at electronic screens can affect the eye and the brain negatively.
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, the use of
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and smartphones for learning can be a source of distraction - e.g. from
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games and
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web browser.
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, computer-based learning
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students
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increasingly unfamiliar with conventional teaching aspects like writing by
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- which can be needed in the workplace. My opinion regarding
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issue is that a hybrid of both systems would be the most viable method of learning. The lectures, assignments, and quizzes could use
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, but the final exams would be conducted mostly using
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method - unless it is a project exam. That way,
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do not have to carry
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textbooks
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be limited and
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still use some elements of
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as writing by
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during exams.
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Include an introduction and conclusion

A conclusion is essential for IELTS writing task 2. It is more important than most people realise. You will be penalised for missing a conclusion in your IELTS essay.

The easiest paragraph to write in an essay is the conclusion paragraph. This is because the paragraph mostly contains information that has already been presented in the essay – it is just the repetition of some information written in the introduction paragraph and supporting paragraphs.

The conclusion paragraph only has 3 sentences:

  • Summary
  • Restatement of thesis
  • Prediction or recommendation

Example:

To summarize, a robotic teacher does not have the necessary disciple to properly give instructions to students and actually works to retard the ability of a student to comprehend new lessons. Therefore, it is clear that the idea of running a classroom completely by a machine cannot be supported. After thorough analysis on this subject, it is predicted that the adverse effects of the debate over technology-driven teaching will always be greater than the positive effects, and because of this, classroom teachers will never be substituted for technology.

Start your conclusion with a linking phrase. Here are some examples:

  • In conclusion
  • To conclude
  • To summarize
  • Finally
  • In a nutshell
  • In general

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