IELTS Master Class

IELTS Writing Task 2:

Discussion Essays -
Education

Outline:
- Understanding the question - Common mistakes
- Planning your answer - Q&A
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Aims By the end of this lesson, you will be able to:

● Understand a discussion question

● Plan your essay using a simple structure
● Paraphrase effectively
● Use linking expressions to develop your argument
● Avoid common mistakes

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Understanding the Studying abroad is thought by many students to be the best way to get a
good education. On the other hand, On the other hand, some students
question
believe that studying in another country has many drawbacks.

Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Read the question

Identify each part

01 Studying abroad is the
best option, because

Underline key
words
02 Studying abroad is not the
best option, because

Brainstorm ideas!

03 Opinion
Understanding the Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
question
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Read the question

Identify each part

Underline key
words
Understanding the Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
question
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Read the question

Identify each part

Underline key
words
Understanding the Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
question
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Read the question

Identify each part

Underline key
words
Understanding the Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
question
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Read the question

Identify each part

Underline key
words
Understanding the Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
question
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Read the question

Identify each part

Underline key
words
Understanding the Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
question
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Read the question

Identify each part

Underline key
words
Understanding the Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
question
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Read the question

Identify each part

Underline key
words
Understanding the Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
question
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Read the question

Identify each part

Underline key
words
Understanding the Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
question
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Read the question

Identify each part

Underline key
words

Decide on your
overall response
Understanding the Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
question
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Read the question

Identify each part

Underline key 01 University education is

more important, because

words

Decide on your
overall response
Understanding the Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
question
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Read the question

Identify each part

Underline key 01 University education is

more important, because

words

Decide on your 02 Experience & soft skills are

more important, because

overall response
Understanding the Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
question
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Read the question

Identify each part

Main point

Underline key 01 University education is

more important, because

words

Decide on your 02 Experience & soft skills are

more important, because

overall response
Understanding the Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
question
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Read the question

Identify each part

Main point a university education is essential for some professions

Underline key 01 University education is

more important, because

words

Decide on your 02 Experience & soft skills are

more important, because

overall response
Understanding the Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
question
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Read the question

Identify each part

Main point a university education is essential for some professions

Underline key 01 University education is

more important, because
Reason

words

Decide on your 02 Experience & soft skills are

more important, because

overall response
Understanding the Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
question
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Read the question

Identify each part

Main point a university education is essential for some professions

Underline key 01 University education is

more important, because
Reason requires specialist knowledge and training

words

Decide on your 02 Experience & soft skills are

more important, because

overall response
Understanding the Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
question
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Read the question

Identify each part

Main point a university education is essential for some professions

Underline key 01 University education is

more important, because
Reason requires specialist knowledge and training

Example
words

Decide on your 02 Experience & soft skills are

more important, because

overall response
Understanding the Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
question
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Read the question

Identify each part

Main point a university education is essential for some professions

Underline key 01 University education is

more important, because
Reason requires specialist knowledge and training

Example doctors, engineers, etc.

words

Decide on your 02 Experience & soft skills are

more important, because

overall response
Understanding the Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
question
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Read the question

Identify each part

Main point a university education is essential for some professions

Underline key 01 University education is

more important, because
Reason requires specialist knowledge and training

Example doctors, engineers, etc.

words
Main point

Decide on your 02 Experience & soft skills are

more important, because

overall response
Understanding the Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
question
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Read the question

Identify each part

Main point a university education is essential for some professions

Underline key 01 University education is

more important, because
Reason requires specialist knowledge and training

Example doctors, engineers, etc.

words
Main point for some careers, practical experience is more important

Decide on your 02 Experience & soft skills are

more important, because

overall response
Understanding the Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
question
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Read the question

Identify each part

Main point a university education is essential for some professions

Underline key 01 University education is

more important, because
Reason requires specialist knowledge and training

Example doctors, engineers, etc.

words
Main point for some careers, practical experience is more important

Decide on your 02 Experience & soft skills are

more important, because
Reason

overall response
Understanding the Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
question
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Read the question

Identify each part

Main point a university education is essential for some professions

Underline key 01 University education is

more important, because
Reason requires specialist knowledge and training

Example doctors, engineers, etc.

words
Main point for some careers, practical experience is more important

Decide on your 02 Experience & soft skills are

more important, because
Reason some skills can only be learned through direct experience

overall response
Understanding the Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
question
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Read the question

Identify each part

Main point a university education is essential for some professions

Underline key 01 University education is

more important, because
Reason requires specialist knowledge and training

Example doctors, engineers, etc.

words
Main point for some careers, practical experience is more important

Decide on your 02 Experience & soft skills are

more important, because
Reason some skills can only be learned through direct experience

Example
overall response
Understanding the Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
question
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Read the question

Identify each part

Main point a university education is essential for some professions

Underline key 01 University education is

more important, because
Reason requires specialist knowledge and training

Example doctors, engineers, etc.

words
Main point for some careers, practical experience is more important

Decide on your 02 Experience & soft skills are

more important, because
Reason some skills can only be learned through direct experience

Example entrepreneur, chef, etc.

overall response
Understanding the Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
question
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Read the question

Identify each part

Main point a university education is essential for some professions

Underline key 01 University education is

more important, because
Reason requires specialist knowledge and training

Example doctors, engineers, etc.

words
Main point for some careers, practical experience is more important

Decide on your 02 Experience & soft skills are

more important, because
Reason some skills can only be learned through direct experience

Example entrepreneur, chef, etc.

overall response

03 Opinion
Understanding the Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
question
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Read the question

Identify each part

Main point a university education is essential for some professions

Underline key 01 University education is

more important, because
Reason requires specialist knowledge and training

Example doctors, engineers, etc.

words
Main point for some careers, practical experience is more important

Decide on your 02 Experience & soft skills are

more important, because
Reason some skills can only be learned through direct experience

Example entrepreneur, chef, etc.

overall response

03 Opinion It depends on the job a person wants to do.

Planning your
answer

A simple structure

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Planning your
answer

Introduction
A simple structure

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Planning your
answer
__________ question
Introduction
A simple structure

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Planning your
answer
Paraphrase question
Introduction
A simple structure

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Planning your
answer
Paraphrase question
Introduction
A simple structure Thesis statement

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Planning your
answer
Paraphrase question
Introduction
A simple structure Thesis statement

Body A + B

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Planning your
answer
Paraphrase question
Introduction
A simple structure Thesis statement

_____ sentence

Body A + B

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Planning your
answer
Paraphrase question
Introduction
A simple structure Thesis statement

Topic sentence

Body A + B

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Planning your
answer
Paraphrase question
Introduction
A simple structure Thesis statement

Topic sentence

Body A + B Explain

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Planning your
answer
Paraphrase question
Introduction
A simple structure Thesis statement

Topic sentence

Body A + B Explain

Give ________

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Planning your
answer
Paraphrase question
Introduction
A simple structure Thesis statement

Topic sentence

Body A + B Explain

Give example

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Planning your
answer
Paraphrase question
Introduction
A simple structure Thesis statement

Topic sentence

Body A + B Explain

Give example

Conclusion

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Planning your
answer
Paraphrase question
Introduction
A simple structure Thesis statement

Topic sentence

Body A + B Explain

Give example

__________ both viewpoints

Conclusion

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Planning your
answer
Paraphrase question
Introduction
A simple structure Thesis statement

Topic sentence

Body A + B Explain

Give example

Summarise both viewpoints

Conclusion

42
Planning your
answer
Paraphrase question
Introduction
A simple structure Thesis statement

Topic sentence

Body A + B Explain

Give example

Summarise both viewpoints

Conclusion
Give ________

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Planning your
answer
Paraphrase question
Introduction
A simple structure Thesis statement

Topic sentence

Body A + B Explain

Give example

Summarise both viewpoints

Conclusion
Give opinion

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Introduction Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Paraphrase lead-
in:

- Voice
- Synonym
- Word form

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Introduction Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Paraphrase lead-
in:

- Voice
- Synonym
- Word form

46
Introduction Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Paraphrase lead-
in:

- Voice
- Synonym It is often ______ that

- Word form

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Introduction Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Paraphrase lead-
in:

- Voice
- Synonym It is often argued that

- Word form

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Introduction Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Paraphrase lead-
in:

- Voice
- Synonym It is often argued that __________ from university

- Word form

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Introduction Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Paraphrase lead-
in:

- Voice
- Synonym It is often argued that graduating from university

- Word form

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Introduction Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Paraphrase lead-
in:

- Voice
- Synonym It is often argued that graduating from university

- Word form

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Introduction Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Paraphrase lead-
in:

- Voice
- Synonym It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of
finding a rewarding ______,
- Word form

52
Introduction Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Paraphrase lead-
in:

- Voice
- Synonym It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of
finding a rewarding career,
- Word form

53
Introduction Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Paraphrase lead-
in:

- Voice
- Synonym It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of
finding a rewarding career,
- Word form

54
Introduction Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Paraphrase lead-
in:

- Voice
- Synonym It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of
finding a rewarding career, while others _______ that
- Word form

55
Introduction Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Paraphrase lead-
in:

- Voice
- Synonym It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of
finding a rewarding career, while others suggest that
- Word form

56
Introduction Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Paraphrase lead-
in:

- Voice
- Synonym It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of
finding a rewarding career, while others suggest that
- Word form

57
Introduction Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Paraphrase lead-
in:

- Voice
- Synonym It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of
finding a rewarding career, while others suggest that _________ experience
- Word form

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Introduction Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Paraphrase lead-
in:

- Voice
- Synonym It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of
finding a rewarding career, while others suggest that real-world
- Word form
experience

59
Introduction Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Paraphrase lead-
in:

- Voice
- Synonym It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of
finding a rewarding career, while others suggest that real-world
- Word form
experience

60
Introduction Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Paraphrase lead-
in:

- Voice
- Synonym It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of
finding a rewarding career, while others suggest that real-world
- Word form
experience and the ____________ of practical skills

61
Introduction Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Paraphrase lead-
in:

- Voice
- Synonym It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of
finding a rewarding career, while others suggest that real-world
- Word form
experience and the development of practical skills

62
Introduction Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Paraphrase lead-
in:

- Voice
- Synonym It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of
finding a rewarding career, while others suggest that real-world
- Word form
experience and the development of practical skills

63
Introduction Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Paraphrase lead-
in:

- Voice
- Synonym It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of
finding a rewarding career, while others suggest that real-world
- Word form
experience and the development of practical skills are more ________.

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Introduction Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Paraphrase lead-
in:

- Voice
- Synonym It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of
finding a rewarding career, while others suggest that real-world
- Word form
experience and the development of practical skills are more valuable.

65
Introduction Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Paraphrase lead-
in:

- Voice
- Synonym It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of
finding a rewarding career, while others suggest that real-world
- Word form
experience and the development of practical skills are more valuable.

Thesis statement

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Introduction Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Paraphrase lead-
in:

- Voice
- Synonym It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of
finding a rewarding career, while others suggest that real-world
- Word form
experience and the development of practical skills are more valuable. In my
opinion, I believe that
Thesis statement

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Introduction Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Paraphrase lead-
in:

- Voice
- Synonym It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of
finding a rewarding career, while others suggest that real-world
- Word form
experience and the development of practical skills are more valuable. In my
opinion, I believe that both of these _______ can help a person to find a
Thesis statement great job,

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Introduction Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Paraphrase lead-
in:

- Voice
- Synonym It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of
finding a rewarding career, while others suggest that real-world
- Word form
experience and the development of practical skills are more valuable. In my
opinion, I believe that both of these options can help a person to find a
Thesis statement great job,

69
Introduction Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Paraphrase lead-
in:

- Voice
- Synonym It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of
finding a rewarding career, while others suggest that real-world
- Word form
experience and the development of practical skills are more valuable. In my
opinion, I believe that both of these options can help a person to find a
Thesis statement great job, and that the _______ choice depends on

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Introduction Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Paraphrase lead-
in:

- Voice
- Synonym It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of
finding a rewarding career, while others suggest that real-world
- Word form
experience and the development of practical skills are more valuable. In my
opinion, I believe that both of these options can help a person to find a
Thesis statement great job, and that the optimal choice depends on

71
Introduction Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Paraphrase lead-
in:

- Voice
- Synonym It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of
finding a rewarding career, while others suggest that real-world
- Word form
experience and the development of practical skills are more valuable. In my
opinion, I believe that both of these options can help a person to find a
Thesis statement great job, and that the optimal choice depends on the _______ career a
person is interested in.

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Introduction Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Paraphrase lead-
in:

- Voice
- Synonym It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of
finding a rewarding career, while others suggest that real-world
- Word form
experience and the development of practical skills are more valuable. In my
opinion, I believe that both of these options can help a person to find a
Thesis statement great job, and that the optimal choice depends on the specific career a
person is interested in.

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Introduction Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Paraphrase lead-
in:

- Voice
- Synonym It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of
finding a rewarding career, while others suggest that real-world
- Word form
experience and the development of practical skills are more valuable. In my
opinion, I believe that both of these options can help a person to find a
Thesis statement great job, and that the optimal choice depends on the specific career a
person is interested in.

- Linking words

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Introduction Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Paraphrase lead-
in:

- Voice
- Synonym It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of
finding a rewarding career, while others suggest that real-world
- Word form
experience and the development of practical skills are more valuable. In my
opinion, I believe that both of these options can help a person to find a
Thesis statement great job, and that the optimal choice depends on the specific career a
person is interested in.

- Linking words

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Introduction Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Paraphrase lead-
in:

- Voice
- Synonym It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of
finding a rewarding career, while others suggest that real-world
- Word form
experience and the development of practical skills are more valuable. In my
opinion, I believe that both of these options can help a person to find a
Thesis statement great job, and that the optimal choice depends on the specific career a
person is interested in.

- Linking words

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Introduction Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to
get a good job. On the other hand, other people think that getting
experience and developing soft skills is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Paraphrase lead-
in:

- Voice
- Synonym It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of
finding a rewarding career, while others suggest that real-world
- Word form
experience and the development of practical skills are more valuable. In my
opinion, I believe that both of these options can help a person to find a
Thesis statement great job, and that the optimal choice depends on the specific career a
person is interested in.

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Body paragraph A Main point a university education is essential for some professions

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degree is essential in order to pursue a career in certain professions. This
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degree is essential in order to pursue a career in certain professions. This
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knowledge and training, which can only be gained through years of
intensive study. For example, if a person would like to become a highly-
paid doctor, ________, or _______,

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intensive study. For example, if a person would like to become a highly-
paid doctor, engineer, or lawyer, they have no __________ but to complete
a course

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intensive study. For example, if a person would like to become a highly-
paid doctor, engineer, or lawyer, they have no alternative but to complete a
course of ______ education.

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degree is essential in order to pursue a career in certain professions. This
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degree is essential in order to pursue a career in certain professions. This
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Body paragraph A Main point a university education is essential for some professions

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Body paragraph A Main point a university education is essential for some professions

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Reason
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Body paragraph A Main point a university education is essential for some professions

01 University education is
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01 University education is
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Body paragraph A Main point a university education is essential for some professions

01 University education is
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Reason
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Body paragraph A Main point a university education is essential for some professions

01 University education is
more important, because
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Main point

Reason
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01 University education is
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Main point

Reason
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Body paragraph A Main point a university education is essential for some professions

01 University education is
more important, because
Reason requires specialist knowledge and training

Example doctors, engineers, etc.

Main point

Reason
First of all, it is widely recognized that obtaining a relevant university degree
Example
is essential in order to pursue a career in certain professions. This is
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Body paragraph A Main point a university education is essential for some professions

01 University education is
more important, because
Reason requires specialist knowledge and training

Example doctors, engineers, etc.

Main point

Reason
First of all, it is widely recognized that obtaining a relevant university degree
Example
is essential in order to pursue a career in certain professions. This is
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course of higher education.

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02 Experience & soft skills are

more important, because
Reason some skills can only be learned through direct experience

Example entrepreneur, chef, etc.

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02 Experience & soft skills are

more important, because
Reason some skills can only be learned through direct

Example experience

Main point entrepreneur, chef, etc.

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02 Experience & soft skills are

more important, because
Reason some skills can only be learned through direct

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02 Experience & soft skills are

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Reason some skills can only be learned through direct

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On the other hand, it is clear that practical skills and experience are more
_________ for other, equally respectable, career _____.

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02 Experience & soft skills are

more important, because
Reason some skills can only be learned through direct

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Main point entrepreneur, chef, etc.

On the other hand, it is clear that practical skills and experience are more
beneficial for other, equally respectable, career _____.

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02 Experience & soft skills are

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On the other hand, it is clear that practical skills and experience are more
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02 Experience & soft skills are

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02 Experience & soft skills are

more important, because
Reason some skills can only be learned through direct

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On the other hand, it is clear that practical skills and experience are more
beneficial for other, equally respectable, career paths. A key reason for
this is that there are some skills that can only be ________ through real-
world experience

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world experience at ‘the university of life’.

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Body paragraph B Main point for some careers, practical experience is more important

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Body paragraph B Main point for some careers, practical experience is more important

02 Experience & soft skills are

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Body paragraph B Main point for some careers, practical experience is more important

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Body paragraph B Main point for some careers, practical experience is more important

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Body paragraph B Main point for some careers, practical experience is more important

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university,

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02 Experience & soft skills are

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Reason some skills can only be learned through direct

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Main point entrepreneur, chef, etc.

Reason
On the other hand, it is clear that practical skills and experience are more
Example
beneficial for other, equally respectable, career paths. A key reason for
this is that there are some skills that can only be acquired through real-
world experience at ‘the university of life’. For instance, there are many
wealthy entrepreneurs and award-winning chefs who never attended
university, ___ achieved great success

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02 Experience & soft skills are

more important, because
Reason some skills can only be learned through direct

Example experience

Main point entrepreneur, chef, etc.

Reason
On the other hand, it is clear that practical skills and experience are more
Example
beneficial for other, equally respectable, career paths. A key reason for
this is that there are some skills that can only be acquired through real-
world experience at ‘the university of life’. For instance, there are many
wealthy entrepreneurs and award-winning chefs who never attended
university, yet achieved great success

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02 Experience & soft skills are

more important, because
Reason some skills can only be learned through direct

Example experience

Main point entrepreneur, chef, etc.

Reason
On the other hand, it is clear that practical skills and experience are more
Example
beneficial for other, equally respectable, career paths. A key reason for
this is that there are some skills that can only be acquired through real-
world experience at ‘the university of life’. For instance, there are many
wealthy entrepreneurs and award-winning chefs who never attended
university, yet achieved great success in their chosen ____

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02 Experience & soft skills are

more important, because
Reason some skills can only be learned through direct

Example experience

Main point entrepreneur, chef, etc.

Reason
On the other hand, it is clear that practical skills and experience are more
Example
beneficial for other, equally respectable, career paths. A key reason for
this is that there are some skills that can only be acquired through real-
world experience at ‘the university of life’. For instance, there are many
wealthy entrepreneurs and award-winning chefs who never attended
university, yet achieved great success in their chosen field

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02 Experience & soft skills are

more important, because
Reason some skills can only be learned through direct

Example experience

Main point entrepreneur, chef, etc.

Reason
On the other hand, it is clear that practical skills and experience are more
Example
beneficial for other, equally respectable, career paths. A key reason for
this is that there are some skills that can only be acquired through real-
world experience at ‘the university of life’. For instance, there are many
wealthy entrepreneurs and award-winning chefs who never attended
university, yet achieved great success in their chosen field ______ the
practical experience they gained over many years of hard work.

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02 Experience & soft skills are

more important, because
Reason some skills can only be learned through direct

Example experience

Main point entrepreneur, chef, etc.

Reason
On the other hand, it is clear that practical skills and experience are more
Example
beneficial for other, equally respectable, career paths. A key reason for
this is that there are some skills that can only be acquired through real-
world experience at ‘the university of life’. For instance, there are many
wealthy entrepreneurs and award-winning chefs who never attended
university, yet achieved great success in their chosen field due to the
practical experience they gained over many years of hard work.

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02 Experience & soft skills are

more important, because
Reason some skills can only be learned through direct

Example experience

Main point entrepreneur, chef, etc.

Reason
On the other hand, it is clear that practical skills and experience are more
Example
beneficial for other, equally respectable, career paths. A key reason for
Notice linking this is that there are some skills that can only be acquired through real-
expressions
world experience at ‘the university of life’. For instance, there are many
wealthy entrepreneurs and award-winning chefs who never attended
university, yet achieved great success in their chosen field due to the
practical experience they gained over many years of hard work.

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02 Experience & soft skills are

more important, because
Reason some skills can only be learned through direct

Example experience

Main point entrepreneur, chef, etc.

Reason
On the other hand, it is clear that practical skills and experience are more
Example
beneficial for other, equally respectable, career paths. A key reason for
Notice linking this is that there are some skills that can only be acquired through real-
expressions
world experience at ‘the university of life’. For instance, there are many
wealthy entrepreneurs and award-winning chefs who never attended
university, yet achieved great success in their chosen field due to the
practical experience they gained over many years of hard work.

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02 Experience & soft skills are

more important, because
Reason some skills can only be learned through direct

Example experience

Main point entrepreneur, chef, etc.

Reason
On the other hand, it is clear that practical skills and experience are more
Example
beneficial for other, equally respectable, career paths. A key reason for this
Notice linking is that there are some skills that can only be acquired through real-world
expressions
experience at ‘the university of life’. For instance, there are many wealthy
entrepreneurs and award-winning chefs who never attended university,
yet achieved great success in their chosen field due to the practical
experience they gained over many years of hard work.

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02 Experience & soft skills are

more important, because
Reason some skills can only be learned through direct

Example experience

Main point entrepreneur, chef, etc.

Reason
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Example
beneficial for other, equally respectable, career paths. A key reason for this
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expressions
experience at ‘the university of life’. For instance, there are many wealthy
entrepreneurs and award-winning chefs who never attended university,
yet achieved great success in their chosen field due to the practical
experience they gained over many years of hard work.

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02 Experience & soft skills are

more important, because
Reason some skills can only be learned through direct

Example experience

Main point entrepreneur, chef, etc.

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Example
beneficial for other, equally respectable, career paths. A key reason for this
Notice linking is that there are some skills that can only be acquired through real-world
expressions
experience at ‘the university of life’. For instance, there are many wealthy
entrepreneurs and award-winning chefs who never attended university,
yet achieved great success in their chosen field due to the practical
experience they gained over many years of hard work.

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02 Experience & soft skills are

more important, because
Reason some skills can only be learned through direct

Example experience

Main point entrepreneur, chef, etc.

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beneficial for other, equally respectable, career paths. A key reason for this
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expressions
experience at ‘the university of life’. For instance, there are many wealthy
entrepreneurs and award-winning chefs who never attended university,
yet achieved great success in their chosen field due to the practical
experience they gained over many years of hard work.

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02 Experience & soft skills are

more important, because
Reason some skills can only be learned through direct

Example experience

Main point entrepreneur, chef, etc.

Reason
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beneficial for other, equally respectable, career paths. A key reason for this
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experience at ‘the university of life’. For instance, there are many wealthy

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yet achieved great success in their chosen field due to the practical
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02 Experience & soft skills are

more important, because
Reason some skills can only be learned through direct

Example experience

Main point entrepreneur, chef, etc.

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beneficial for other, equally respectable, career paths. A key reason for this
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experience at ‘the university of life’. For instance, there are many wealthy

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02 Experience & soft skills are

more important, because
Reason some skills can only be learned through direct

Example experience

Main point entrepreneur, chef, etc.

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beneficial for other, equally respectable, career paths. A key reason for this
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02 Experience & soft skills are

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Main point entrepreneur, chef, etc.

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beneficial for other, equally respectable, career paths. A key reason for this
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experience at ‘the university of life’. For instance, there are many wealthy

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02 Experience & soft skills are

more important, because
Reason some skills can only be learned through direct

Example experience

Main point entrepreneur, chef, etc.

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On the other hand, it is clear that practical skills and experience are more
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beneficial for other, equally respectable, career paths. A key reason for this
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expressions
experience at ‘the university of life’. For instance, there are many wealthy

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entrepreneurs and award-winning chefs who never attended university, yet
achieved great success in their chosen field due to the practical
experience they gained over many years of hard work.

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02 Experience & soft skills are

more important, because
Reason some skills can only be learned through direct

Example experience

Main point entrepreneur, chef, etc.

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beneficial for other, equally respectable, career paths. A key reason for this
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experience at ‘the university of life’. For instance, there are many wealthy

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factual situation
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entrepreneurs and award-winning chefs who never attended university, yet
achieved great success in their chosen field due to the practical
experience they gained over many years of hard work.

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02 Experience & soft skills are

more important, because
Reason some skills can only be learned through direct

Example experience

Main point entrepreneur, chef, etc.

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beneficial for other, equally respectable, career paths. A key reason for this
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expressions
experience at ‘the university of life’. For instance, there are many wealthy

Notice grammar entrepreneurs and award-winning chefs who never attended university, yet
achieved great success in their chosen field due to the practical
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experience they gained over many years of hard work.

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02 Experience & soft skills are

more important, because
Reason some skills can only be learned through direct

Example experience

Main point entrepreneur, chef, etc.

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beneficial for other, equally respectable, career paths. A key reason for this
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expressions
experience at ‘the university of life’. For instance, there are many wealthy

Notice grammar entrepreneurs and award-winning chefs who never attended university, yet
achieved great success in their chosen field due to the practical
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experience they gained over many years of hard work.

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02 Experience & soft skills are

more important, because
Reason some skills can only be learned through direct

Example experience

Main point entrepreneur, chef, etc.

Reason
On the other hand, it is clear that practical skills and experience are more
Example
beneficial for other, equally respectable, career paths. A key reason for this
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expressions
experience at ‘the university of life’. For instance, there are many wealthy

Notice grammar entrepreneurs and award-winning chefs who never attended university, yet
achieved great success in their chosen field due to the practical
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experience they gained over many years of hard work.

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02 Experience & soft skills are

more important, because
Reason some skills can only be learned through direct

Example experience

Main point entrepreneur, chef, etc.

Reason
On the other hand, it is clear that practical skills and experience are more
Example
beneficial for other, equally respectable, career paths. A key reason for this
Notice linking is that there are some skills that can only be acquired through real-world
expressions
experience at ‘the university of life’. For instance, there are many wealthy

Notice grammar entrepreneurs and award-winning chefs who never attended university, yet
achieved great success in their chosen field due to the practical
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experience they gained over many years of hard work.

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02 Experience & soft skills are

more important, because
Reason some skills can only be learned through direct

Example experience

Main point entrepreneur, chef, etc.

Reason
On the other hand, it is clear that practical skills and experience are more
Example
beneficial for other, equally respectable, career paths. A key reason for this
Notice linking is that there are some skills that can only be acquired through real-world
expressions
experience at ‘the university of life’. For instance, there are many wealthy

Notice grammar entrepreneurs and award-winning chefs who never attended university, yet
achieved great success in their chosen field due to the practical
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experience they gained over many years of hard work.

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02 Experience & soft skills are

more important, because
Reason some skills can only be learned through direct

Example experience

Main point entrepreneur, chef, etc.

Reason
On the other hand, it is clear that practical skills and experience are more
Example
beneficial for other, equally respectable, career paths. A key reason for this
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expressions
experience at ‘the university of life’. For instance, there are many wealthy

Notice grammar entrepreneurs and award-winning chefs who never attended university, yet
achieved great success in their chosen field due to the practical
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experience they gained over many years of hard work.

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02 Experience & soft skills are

more important, because
Reason some skills can only be learned through direct

Example experience

Main point entrepreneur, chef, etc.

Reason
On the other hand, it is clear that practical skills and experience are more
Example
beneficial for other, equally respectable, career paths. A key reason for this
Notice linking is that there are some skills that can only be acquired through real-world
expressions
experience at ‘the university of life’. For instance, there are many wealthy

Notice grammar entrepreneurs and award-winning chefs who never attended university, yet
achieved great success in their chosen field due to the practical
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experience they gained over many years of hard work.

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In conclusion, I believe that

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Conclusion

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In conclusion, I believe that ____ higher education and practical experience

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Conclusion

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points

In conclusion, I believe that both higher education and practical experience

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Conclusion

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views + main
points

In conclusion, I believe that both higher education and practical experience

can be important ____ to successful employment.

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Conclusion

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views + main
points

In conclusion, I believe that both higher education and practical experience

can be important keys to successful employment.

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Conclusion

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views + main
points

Give opinion

In conclusion, I believe that both higher education and practical experience

can be important keys to successful employment.

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Conclusion

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views + main
points

Give opinion

In conclusion, I believe that both higher education and practical experience

can be important keys to successful employment. The choice of which one
to follow will _______ entirely on the individual

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Conclusion

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views + main
points

Give opinion

In conclusion, I believe that both higher education and practical experience

can be important keys to successful employment. The choice of which one
to follow will depend entirely on the individual

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views + main
points

Give opinion

In conclusion, I believe that both higher education and practical experience

can be important keys to successful employment. The choice of which one
to follow will depend entirely on the individual and their career _____.

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Conclusion

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views + main
points

Give opinion

In conclusion, I believe that both higher education and practical experience

can be important keys to successful employment. The choice of which one
to follow will depend entirely on the individual and their career goals.

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 It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of finding a rewarding
Exam Tips career, while others suggest that real-world experience and the development of practical skills
are more valuable. In my opinion, I believe that both of these options can help a person to find a
great job, and that the optimal choice depends on the specific career a person is interested in.
Don’t start writing right
away - make a plan! First of all, it is widely recognized that obtaining a relevant university degree is essential in order
to pursue a career in certain professions. This is because some fields of employment require
Don’t count your words highly specialist knowledge and training, which can only be gained through years of intensive
study. For example, if a person would like to become a highly-paid doctor, engineer, or lawyer,
they have no alternative but to complete a course of higher education.
Practice with official
IELTS answer paper On the other hand, it is clear that practical skills and experience are more beneficial for other,
equally respectable, career paths. A key reason for this is that there are some skills that can only
be acquired through real-world experience at ‘the university of life’. For instance, there are many
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wealthy entrepreneurs and award-winning chefs who never attended university, yet achieved
your grammar & spelling great success in their chosen field due to the practical experience they gained over many years of
hard work.
Practice with a range of
question types & topics In conclusion, I believe that both higher education and practical experience can be important keys
to successful employment. The choice of which one to follow will depend entirely on the
individual and their career goals.

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Homework Task Studying abroad is thought by many students to be the best way to get a
good education. On the other hand, some students believe that studying in
another country has many drawbacks.

Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Write an essay on
this topic.

Use the worksheet

01 Studying abroad is the
best option, because

to help plan your

essay.
02 Studying abroad is not the
best option, because

Write 250 words.

03 Opinion
 Thank you!

Are there any

questions?

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