Some people think that single-sex schools are better than mixed schools. Others believe that mixed-sex schools are only way for children to learn. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.

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studies over co-education tract of knowledge acquisition
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has been on for a while. I believe that boys and girls should be encouraged to learn under the same roof.
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essay will examine the view that one
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schooling enables students to be focused on their goals while mixed educational centres
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. Traditionally, the aim of a male or
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school is to allow the teachers
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on activities
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the generally recommended subjects area. The reason is to graduate youngsters who will fit into the male or female role in
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society.
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fact that folks from
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background are more dedicated to their studies than socials
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since they have been warned about the danger of mingling with the opposite
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, when my Junior sister was in a girl's only school, she hardly interacts with the boys around our home and
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used to give my mother a lot of concern,
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she used to make good grades because she was focused. on her books. On the flip side, some parents prefer sending their kids to attend secondary schools having the presence of male and female
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. They think that teenagers in these schools will be able to develop team spirit and value their
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classmates as partners in progress. Ultimately, these pupils will graduate with good social skills acquired through regular interaction with friends.
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, I used to have a boy living along my street. He was very shy to speak to women,
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when his parents took him to a mixed school, he gradually gained confidence. In conclusion,
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-based study centres are good
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helping students to remain committed to their goals. My preference is for boys and girls to study together and enhance their team spirit.
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Use cohesive linking words accurately and appropriately

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  • thirdly
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  • moreover
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  • for instance
  • therefore
  • however
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