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Some people think that secondary school students should study international news as a school subject, but others argue that it would be a waste of valuable school time. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

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Some are of the opinion that studying international
news
 as a subject in secondary schools is a good idea,
while
 others evaluate it as a waste of precious school time.
Although
usefulness
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 of
a
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knowledge of events happening in the world is
undoubtable
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undoubtedly
, for teens of age
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11 to 14
such
an
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information can be insufficient. In my opinion, the school's system should include
this
 subject, but with a smaller number of classes than the basic ones (math, biology, chemistry, history). On the one hand,
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 that would be taken from the classes of international
news
 would help children
in understanding
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consequences
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 of the actions about which they read in history, that include understanding how quarrels between different cultures in modern times appeared.
For example
, difficult relations between Europe and Russia that took place from the end of the
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 World War
as well as
 its impact on modern days.
On the other hand
, demanding from children fool understanding of the world’s events and their meaning for the society is too much.
In addition
, making children
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news
 about war or terroristic acts may turn them into rather anxious people.
For instance
, hearing of the war between Ukraine and Russia or Palestine and Israel may lead teens to
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feelings of insecurity and fear. In conclusion,
while
 there are valid arguments on both sides of the debate, incorporating international
news
 into the curriculum can enhance students' understanding of the world. It promotes critical thinking and prepares them to be informed citizens.
Therefore
, I believe that international
news
 should have a place in secondary education.
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Work on providing clearer and more specific examples to strengthen your arguments. For instance, when discussing the impact of international news on students' understanding of history, you might elaborate on specific historical events and their modern implications.
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You have successfully included contrasting viewpoints, which provides a balanced discussion.
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The essay's introduction and conclusion are well-structured, providing a clear start and finish to your discussion.
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You have effectively identified and described the key issues surrounding the topic.

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