IELTS Master Class
IELTS Writing Task 2:Discussion Essays -
Education
Outline:- Understanding the question- Planning your answer
- Common mistakes- Q&A
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Aims
● Understand a discussion question
● Plan your essay using a simple structure
● Paraphrase effectively
● Use linking expressions to develop your argument
● Avoid common mistakes
By the end of this lesson, you will be able to:
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Read the question
Identify each part
Underline key
words
Brainstorm ideas!
Understanding the
question
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 believe that studying in another country has many drawbacks.
Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Studying abroad is the
best option, because 01
Studying abroad is not the
best option, because 02
Opinion03
Read the question
Identify each part
Underline key
words
Understanding the
question
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.
Read the question
Identify each part
Underline key
words
Understanding the
question
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.
Read the question
Identify each part
Underline key
words
Understanding the
question
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.
Read the question
Identify each part
Underline key
words
Understanding the
question
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.
Read the question
Identify each part
Underline key
words
Understanding the
question
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.
Read the question
Identify each part
Underline key
words
Understanding the
question
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.
Read the question
Identify each part
Underline key
words
Understanding the
question
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.
Read the question
Identify each part
Underline key
words
Understanding the
question
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.
Read the question
Identify each part
Underline key
words
Decide on your
overall response
Understanding the
question
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.
Read the question
Identify each part
Underline key
words
Decide on your
overall response
Understanding the
question
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.
University education is
more important, because 01
Read the question
Identify each part
Underline key
words
Decide on your
overall response
Understanding the
question
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.
University education is
more important, because 01
Experience & soft skills are
more important, because02
Read the question
Identify each part
Underline key
words
Decide on your
overall response
Understanding the
question
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.
Experience & soft skills are
more important, because02
University education is
more important, because 01Main point
Read the question
Identify each part
Underline key
words
Decide on your
overall response
Understanding the
question
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.
Experience & soft skills are
more important, because02
University education is
more important, because 01a university education is essential for some professionsMain point
Read the question
Identify each part
Underline key
words
Decide on your
overall response
Understanding the
question
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.
Experience & soft skills are
more important, because02
University education is
more important, because 01a university education is essential for some professions
Reason
Main point
Read the question
Identify each part
Underline key
words
Decide on your
overall response
Understanding the
question
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.
Experience & soft skills are
more important, because02
University education is
more important, because 01a university education is essential for some professions
requires specialist knowledge and trainingReason
Main point
Read the question
Identify each part
Underline key
words
Decide on your
overall response
Understanding the
question
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.
Experience & soft skills are
more important, because02
University education is
more important, because 01a university education is essential for some professions
requires specialist knowledge and trainingReason
Main point
Example
Read the question
Identify each part
Underline key
words
Decide on your
overall response
Understanding the
question
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.
Experience & soft skills are
more important, because02
University education is
more important, because 01a university education is essential for some professions
requires specialist knowledge and training
doctors, engineers, etc.
Reason
Main point
Example
Read the question
Identify each part
Underline key
words
Decide on your
overall response
Understanding the
question
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.
Experience & soft skills are
more important, because02
University education is
more important, because 01a university education is essential for some professions
requires specialist knowledge and training
doctors, engineers, etc.
Reason
Main point
Example
Main point
Read the question
Identify each part
Underline key
words
Decide on your
overall response
Understanding the
question
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.
Experience & soft skills are
more important, because02for some careers, practical experience is more important
University education is
more important, because 01a university education is essential for some professions
requires specialist knowledge and training
doctors, engineers, etc.
Reason
Main point
Example
Main point
Read the question
Identify each part
Underline key
words
Decide on your
overall response
Understanding the
question
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.
Experience & soft skills are
more important, because02for some careers, practical experience is more important
University education is
more important, because 01a university education is essential for some professions
requires specialist knowledge and training
doctors, engineers, etc.
Reason
Main point
Example
Reason
Main point
Read the question
Identify each part
Underline key
words
Decide on your
overall response
Understanding the
question
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.
Experience & soft skills are
more important, because02for some careers, practical experience is more important
some skills can only be learned through direct experience
University education is
more important, because 01a university education is essential for some professions
requires specialist knowledge and training
doctors, engineers, etc.
Reason
Main point
Example
Reason
Main point
Read the question
Identify each part
Underline key
words
Decide on your
overall response
Understanding the
question
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.
Experience & soft skills are
more important, because02for some careers, practical experience is more important
some skills can only be learned through direct experience
University education is
more important, because 01a university education is essential for some professions
requires specialist knowledge and training
doctors, engineers, etc.
Reason
Main point
Example
Reason
Main point
Example
Read the question
Identify each part
Underline key
words
Decide on your
overall response
Understanding the
question
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.
Experience & soft skills are
more important, because02for some careers, practical experience is more important
some skills can only be learned through direct experience
entrepreneur, chef, etc.
University education is
more important, because 01a university education is essential for some professions
requires specialist knowledge and training
doctors, engineers, etc.
Reason
Main point
Example
Reason
Main point
Example
Read the question
Identify each part
Underline key
words
Decide on your
overall response
Understanding the
question
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.
Experience & soft skills are
more important, because02for some careers, practical experience is more important
some skills can only be learned through direct experience
entrepreneur, chef, etc.
University education is
more important, because 01a university education is essential for some professions
requires specialist knowledge and training
doctors, engineers, etc.
Reason
Main point
Example
Reason
Main point
Example
Opinion03
Read the question
Identify each part
Underline key
words
Decide on your
overall response
Understanding the
question
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.
Experience & soft skills are
more important, because02for some careers, practical experience is more important
some skills can only be learned through direct experience
entrepreneur, chef, etc.
University education is
more important, because 01a university education is essential for some professions
requires specialist knowledge and training
doctors, engineers, etc.
Reason
Main point
Example
Reason
Main point
Example
Opinion03 It depends on the job a person wants to do.
A simple structure
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Planning your
answer
IntroductionParaphrase question
Thesis statement
Body A + B
A simple structure
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Planning your
answer
IntroductionParaphrase question
Thesis statement
Body A + B
_____ sentence
A simple structure
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Planning your
answer
IntroductionParaphrase question
Thesis statement
Body A + B
Topic sentence
A simple structure
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Planning your
answer
IntroductionParaphrase question
Thesis statement
Body A + B
Topic sentence
Explain
A simple structure
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Planning your
answer
IntroductionParaphrase question
Thesis statement
Body A + B
Topic sentence
Explain
Give ________
A simple structure
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Planning your
answer
IntroductionParaphrase question
Thesis statement
Body A + B
Topic sentence
Explain
Give example
A simple structure
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Planning your
answer
IntroductionParaphrase question
Thesis statement
Body A + B
Topic sentence
Explain
Give example
Conclusion
A simple structure
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Planning your
answer
IntroductionParaphrase question
Thesis statement
Body A + B
Topic sentence
Explain
Give example
Conclusion__________ both viewpoints
A simple structure
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Planning your
answer
IntroductionParaphrase question
Thesis statement
Body A + B
Topic sentence
Explain
Give example
ConclusionSummarise both viewpoints
A simple structure
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Planning your
answer
IntroductionParaphrase question
Thesis statement
Body A + B
Topic sentence
Explain
Give example
ConclusionSummarise both viewpoints
Give ________
A simple structure
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Planning your
answer
IntroductionParaphrase question
Thesis statement
Body A + B
Topic sentence
Explain
Give example
ConclusionSummarise both viewpoints
Give 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
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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
It is often ______ that
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
It is often argued that
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
It is often argued that __________ from university
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
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Introduction
It is often argued that graduating from university
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
It is often argued that graduating from university
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
It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of finding a rewarding ______,
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
It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of finding a rewarding career,
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
It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of finding a rewarding career,
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
It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of finding a rewarding career, while others _______ that
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
It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of finding a rewarding career, while others suggest that
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
It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of finding a rewarding career, while others suggest that
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
It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of finding a rewarding career, while others suggest that _________ experience
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
It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of finding a rewarding career, while others suggest that real-worldexperience
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 gettingexperience 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
It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of finding a rewarding career, while others suggest that real-world experience
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
It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of finding a rewarding career, while others suggest that real-worldexperience and the ____________ of practical skills
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
It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of finding a rewarding career, while others suggest that real-world experience and the development of practical skills
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
It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of finding a rewarding career, while others suggest that real-world experience and the development of practical skills
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
It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of finding a rewarding career, while others suggest that real-world experience and the development of practical skills are more ________.
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
It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of finding a rewarding career, while others suggest that real-world experience and the development of practical skills are more valuable.
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
Thesis statement
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Introduction
It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of finding a rewarding career, while others suggest that real-world experience and the development of practical skills are more valuable.
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
Thesis statement
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Introduction
It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of finding a rewarding career, while others suggest that real-worldexperience and the development of practical skills are more valuable. In my opinion, I believe that
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
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- Word form
Thesis statement
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Introduction
It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of finding a rewarding 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 _______ can help a person to find a great job,
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
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Thesis statement
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Introduction
It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of finding a rewarding 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,
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
Thesis statement
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Introduction
It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of finding a rewarding career, while others suggest that real-worldexperience 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 _______ choice depends on
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
Thesis statement
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Introduction
It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of finding a rewarding 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
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
Thesis statement
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Introduction
It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of finding a rewarding career, while others suggest that real-worldexperience 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 _______ career a person is interested in.
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
Thesis statement
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Introduction
It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of finding a rewarding 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.
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
Thesis statement
- Linking words
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Introduction
It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of finding a rewarding career, while others suggest that real-worldexperience 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.
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
Thesis statement
- Linking words
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Introduction
It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of finding a rewarding career, while others suggest that real-worldexperience 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.
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
Thesis statement
- Linking words
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Introduction
It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of finding a rewarding career, while others suggest that real-worldexperience 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.
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
Thesis statement
- Linking words
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Introduction
It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of finding a rewarding career, while others suggest that real-worldexperience 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.
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.
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Body paragraph AUniversity education is
more important, because 01a university education is essential for some professions
requires specialist knowledge and training
doctors, engineers, etc.
Reason
Main point
Example
Main point
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Body paragraph AUniversity education is
more important, because 01a university education is essential for some professions
requires specialist knowledge and training
doctors, engineers, etc.
Reason
Example
Main point
Main point
First of all, it is ______ recognized that
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Body paragraph AUniversity education is
more important, because 01a university education is essential for some professions
requires specialist knowledge and training
doctors, engineers, etc.
Reason
Example
Main point
Main point
First of all, it is widely recognized that
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Body paragraph AUniversity education is
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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
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paid doctor, engineer, or lawyer, they have no alternative but to complete a
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paid doctor, engineer, or lawyer, they have no alternative but to complete a
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paid doctor, engineer, or lawyer, they have no alternative but to complete a
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paid doctor, engineer, or lawyer, they have no alternative but to complete a
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paid doctor, engineer, or lawyer, they have no alternative but to complete a
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paid doctor, engineer, or lawyer, they have no alternative but to complete a
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paid doctor, engineer, or lawyer, they have no alternative but to complete a
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First of all, it is widely recognized that obtaining a relevant university degree
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paid doctor, engineer, or lawyer, they have no alternative but to complete a
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paid doctor, engineer, or lawyer, they have no alternative but to complete a
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paid doctor, engineer, or lawyer, they have no alternative but to complete a
course of higher education.
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Body paragraph AUniversity education is
more important, because 01a university education is essential for some professions
requires specialist knowledge and training
doctors, engineers, etc.
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Body paragraph BExperience & soft skills are
more important, because02for some careers, practical experience is more important
some skills can only be learned through direct experience
entrepreneur, chef, etc.
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Body paragraph BExperience & soft skills are
more important, because02for some careers, practical experience is more important
some skills can only be learned through direct
experience
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some skills can only be learned through direct
experience
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Body paragraph BExperience & soft skills are
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some skills can only be learned through direct
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_________ for other, equally respectable, career _____.
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some skills can only be learned through direct
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some skills can only be learned through direct
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some skills can only be learned through direct
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wealthy entrepreneurs and award-winning chefs ___ never attended
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Main point
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Example 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
wealthy entrepreneurs and award-winning chefs who never attended
university, ___ achieved great success
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Body paragraph BExperience & soft skills are
more important, because02for some careers, practical experience is more important
some skills can only be learned through direct
experience
entrepreneur, chef, etc.
Reason
Example
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Main point
Reason
Example 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
wealthy entrepreneurs and award-winning chefs who never attended
university, yet achieved great success
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Body paragraph BExperience & soft skills are
more important, because02for some careers, practical experience is more important
some skills can only be learned through direct
experience
entrepreneur, chef, etc.
Reason
Example
Main point
Main point
Reason
Example 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
wealthy entrepreneurs and award-winning chefs who never attended
university, yet achieved great success in their chosen ____
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Body paragraph BExperience & soft skills are
more important, because02for some careers, practical experience is more important
some skills can only be learned through direct
experience
entrepreneur, chef, etc.
Reason
Example
Main point
Main point
Reason
Example 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
wealthy entrepreneurs and award-winning chefs who never attended
university, yet achieved great success in their chosen field
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Body paragraph BExperience & soft skills are
more important, because02for some careers, practical experience is more important
some skills can only be learned through direct
experience
entrepreneur, chef, etc.
Reason
Example
Main point
Main point
Reason
Example 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
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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Body paragraph BExperience & soft skills are
more important, because02for some careers, practical experience is more important
some skills can only be learned through direct
experience
entrepreneur, chef, etc.
Reason
Example
Main point
Main point
Reason
Example 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
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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Body paragraph BExperience & soft skills are
more important, because02for some careers, practical experience is more important
some skills can only be learned through direct
experience
entrepreneur, chef, etc.
Reason
Example
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Reason
Example
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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 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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Body paragraph BExperience & soft skills are
more important, because02for some careers, practical experience is more important
some skills can only be learned through direct
experience
entrepreneur, chef, etc.
Reason
Example
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Reason
Example
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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 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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Body paragraph BExperience & soft skills are
more important, because02for some careers, practical experience is more important
some skills can only be learned through direct
experience
entrepreneur, chef, etc.
Reason
Example
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Reason
Example
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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 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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Body paragraph BExperience & soft skills are
more important, because02for some careers, practical experience is more important
some skills can only be learned through direct
experience
entrepreneur, chef, etc.
Reason
Example
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Reason
Example
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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 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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Body paragraph BExperience & soft skills are
more important, because02for some careers, practical experience is more important
some skills can only be learned through direct
experience
entrepreneur, chef, etc.
Reason
Example
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Reason
Example
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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 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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Body paragraph BExperience & soft skills are
more important, because02for some careers, practical experience is more important
some skills can only be learned through direct
experience
entrepreneur, chef, etc.
Reason
Example
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Main point
Reason
Example
Notice linking expressions
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 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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Body paragraph BExperience & soft skills are
more important, because02for some careers, practical experience is more important
some skills can only be learned through direct
experience
entrepreneur, chef, etc.
Reason
Example
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Reason
Example
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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 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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Body paragraph BExperience & soft skills are
more important, because02for some careers, practical experience is more important
some skills can only be learned through direct
experience
entrepreneur, chef, etc.
Reason
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Example
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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 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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Body paragraph BExperience & soft skills are
more important, because02for some careers, practical experience is more important
some skills can only be learned through direct
experience
entrepreneur, chef, etc.
Reason
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Reason
Example
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Notice grammarS + V following ‘that’ clausePresent, past simple for factual situation
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 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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Body paragraph BExperience & soft skills are
more important, because02for some careers, practical experience is more important
some skills can only be learned through direct
experience
entrepreneur, chef, etc.
Reason
Example
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Main point
Reason
Example
Notice linking expressions
Notice grammarS + V following ‘that’ clausePresent, past simple for factual situation
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 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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Body paragraph BExperience & soft skills are
more important, because02for some careers, practical experience is more important
some skills can only be learned through direct
experience
entrepreneur, chef, etc.
Reason
Example
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Reason
Example
Notice linking expressions
Notice grammarS + V following ‘that’ clausePresent, past simple for factual situationRelative clause with ‘who’
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 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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Body paragraph BExperience & soft skills are
more important, because02for some careers, practical experience is more important
some skills can only be learned through direct
experience
entrepreneur, chef, etc.
Reason
Example
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Main point
Reason
Example
Notice linking expressions
Notice grammarS + V following ‘that’ clausePresent, past simple for factual situationRelative clause with ‘who’
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 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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Body paragraph BExperience & soft skills are
more important, because02for some careers, practical experience is more important
some skills can only be learned through direct
experience
entrepreneur, chef, etc.
Reason
Example
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Main point
Reason
Example
Notice linking expressions
Notice grammar
Notice vocabulary
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 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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Body paragraph BExperience & soft skills are
more important, because02for some careers, practical experience is more important
some skills can only be learned through direct
experience
entrepreneur, chef, etc.
Reason
Example
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Main point
Reason
Example
Notice linking expressions
Notice grammar
Notice vocabulary
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 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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Body paragraph BExperience & soft skills are
more important, because02for some careers, practical experience is more important
some skills can only be learned through direct
experience
entrepreneur, chef, etc.
Reason
Example
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Main point
Reason
Example
Notice linking expressions
Notice grammar
Notice vocabulary
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 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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Body paragraph BExperience & soft skills are
more important, because02for some careers, practical experience is more important
some skills can only be learned through direct
experience
entrepreneur, chef, etc.
Reason
Example
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Main point
Reason
Example
Notice linking expressions
Notice grammar
Notice vocabulary
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 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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Body paragraph BExperience & soft skills are
more important, because02for some careers, practical experience is more important
some skills can only be learned through direct
experience
entrepreneur, chef, etc.
Reason
Example
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Reason
Example
Notice linking expressions
Notice grammar
Notice vocabulary
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 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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Body paragraph BExperience & soft skills are
more important, because02for some careers, practical experience is more important
some skills can only be learned through direct
experience
entrepreneur, chef, etc.
Reason
Example
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Reason
Example
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Notice grammar
Notice vocabulary
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 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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Body paragraph BExperience & soft skills are
more important, because02for some careers, practical experience is more important
some skills can only be learned through direct
experience
entrepreneur, chef, etc.
Reason
Example
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Reason
Example
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Notice grammar
Notice vocabulary
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 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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Body paragraph BExperience & soft skills are
more important, because02for some careers, practical experience is more important
some skills can only be learned through direct
experience
entrepreneur, chef, etc.
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In conclusion, I believe that both higher education and practical experience
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In conclusion, I believe that both higher education and practical experience
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In conclusion, I believe that both higher education and practical experience
can be important keys to successful employment. The choice of which one
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In conclusion, I believe that both higher education and practical experience
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It is often argued that graduating from university offers the best chance of finding a rewardingcareer, while others suggest that real-world experience and the development of practical skillsare more valuable. In my opinion, I believe that both of these options can help a person to find agreat job, and that the optimal choice depends on the specific career a person is interested in.
First of all, it is widely recognized that obtaining a relevant university degree is essential in orderto pursue a career in certain professions. This is because some fields of employment requirehighly specialist knowledge and training, which can only be gained through years of intensivestudy. 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.
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 onlybe acquired through real-world experience at ‘the university of life’. For instance, there are manywealthy entrepreneurs and award-winning chefs who never attended university, yet achievedgreat success in their chosen field due to the practical experience they gained over many years ofhard work.
In conclusion, I believe that both higher education and practical experience can be important keysto successful employment. The choice of which one to follow will depend entirely on theindividual and their career goals.
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Discuss both views and give your opinion.
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