Simon’s ielts writing task 2

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Thursday, June 01, 2017 at 14:46
 
 
Wednesday, June 07, 2017 
IELTS Writing Task 2: 'homework' essay plan 
Some people believe that school children should not be given homework by their teachers, 
whereas others argue that homework plays an important role in the education of children. 
Discuss both of these views and give your own opinion.
Here's a 13-sentence essay plan for the question above: 
Introduction
1. Introduce the topic (e.g. People have different views about…) 
2. Give a general answer, mentioning both sides and your opinion 
One view (arguments against homework)
3. Topic (e.g. People disagree with homework for several reasons) 

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4. Firstly: homework does not improve educational outcomes 
5. Example: achievements of countries like Finland 
6. Secondly: school day is long enough, children are tired 
7. Finally: play time is equally beneficial for development 
Opposite view / my view (some homework is necessary)
8. Topic (e.g. In spite of the above arguments, I support the view that…) 
9. Explain: encourage independent learning, problem solving 
10. Explain: apply knowledge learnt in the classroom 
11. Example: maths exercises to consolidate ability to... 
12. Result: prepares people to work alone as adults 
Conclusion
13. Repeat / summarise your answer 
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Wednesday, June 14, 2017 
IELTS Writing Task 2: ideas, sentences, paragraph 
Instead of always writing full essays, it's a good idea to practise single paragraphs. Start with ideas (a 
5-point plan), then write a sentence for each idea. If you make sure the sentences "flow" properly and 
work well together, you'll be able to create a good paragraph. 
Here's an example: