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higher degree. Although both sides make very valid points, I would
argue that mixed schools are better for most children. 
Body Paragraph 1
Plan:
1. State first viewpoint
2. Discuss the first viewpoint with example if applicable
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 sentence connects back to the question and signals what we
are going to talk about.
On the one hand, it could be argued that
 mixed schools offer a more
natural environment where students can learn side-by-side with the
opposite sex.
 
Discuss the first viewpoint with example if applicable
This way
, children can learn to interact and collaborate with their
peers 
regardless of 
gender. This often creates healthier long-term
relations with people of the opposite gender. 
Furthermore, it is often
claimed that
mixed schools can provide students with improved
conflict management skills
. They are more likely to be exposed to
a 
broader range
of opinions 
regarding
social, political, and gender
issues. 
They will, in theory,
learn
to better manage
disagreements
with both genders
.
 
Therefore, the first body paragraph will look like this….
On the one hand, it could be argued that mixed schools offer a more
natural environment where students can learn side-by-side with the
opposite sex. This way, children can learn to interact and collaborate