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foreseeable future.

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IELTS Academic Task 2: How to write at a band 9 level

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2.5

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ohesion

 

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the

 

essay

 

level

Writing cohesively means more than just linking neighbouring sentences. Take another 

look at the completed essay on technology in the classroom. In addition to having cohe-

sion between sentences, the composition presents cohesion between all paragraphs:

The use of technology is increasing rapidly in the modern world. Growing technological 

influence can even be seen in the classroom. Despite this, I disagree that technology will 

completely replace human teachers in the foreseeable future. Analysing the inability of a 

technology-driven teacher to both cater to student learning needs and instil motivation will 

show this.

Firstly, a teacher powered by artificial intelligence would have difficulty interpreting the edu-