1、IELTS WRITING,Lesson Four:雅思五大题型+话题分析,IELTS WRITING,1. Agree or disagree?（15，42%） 2. Discuss both views.（10，28%） 3. Advantages VS Disadvantages（7，19%） 4. Problem + Reasons + Solutions（3，8%） 5. What（1，3%）,IELTS WRITING,I: P+R+SProblems + Reasons + Recommendations (问题+理由+建议)写作策略- 一边倒首段：现象描述/引出问题主体段落：说
2、明出现这一现象或者问题的原因，或者是这一现象的具体表现形式并加以分析举例。结尾段：提出建议和措施。,IELTS WRITING,(1)2007.01.06（新题）The world of work is changing rapidly, so people cannot always depend on their jobs. What are the reasons of such phenomenon and offer some measures to solve it.,(2)2007.01.06（新题）The world of work is changing rapidly, s
3、o people cannot always depend on their jobs. What are the reasons of such phenomenon and offer some measures to solve it.,IELTS WRITING,II: ADVANTAGES-DISADVANTAGES最典型的标志是题干中有表示优点或者是缺点的词语：advantage/disadvantge, benefit/ drawback,IELTS WRITING,1.Some people prefer to stay in the same job for the same
4、 company, but others prefer to change jobs frequently. You should use specific reasons to sompare the advantages and disadvantages of both sides.题干标志：davantage and disadvantage总论点：stay in the same job until achieving success,2.In some countries young people are encouraged to work or travel for a yea
5、r between finishing high school and starting university studies.Discuss the advantages and disadvantages for young people who decide to do this.Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.,IELTS WRITING,III: A: Your Opinion (观点类)要求你对某一现象或观点表明自
6、己的观点和看法. 其标志性的语言通常是what is your opinion? 或 What do you think? 写作策略: 首段: 明确表态, 让阅卷人知道你赞同的具体观点是什么.主体段落: 这类题目一半可以采用2+1(对称式)或一边倒的写法,用具体的理由支持你所提出的观点. 结尾段: 重申首段观点. (但最好换一种表达方式,不要机械重复),(1)2007.01.13 （原题）=2005.05.28 Some people think universities should provide knowledge and skills related to future career.
7、 Others think the true function of the university is to give access to knowledge for its own sake. What is your opinion?,IELTS WRITING,III:B: Discussion (讨论) 要求你就某一观点进行讨论. 标志性语言通常是 discuss这个词.写作策略: 1 ) 对题目提供的观点从相对的两个方面进行阐述. ( 2+1或者对称式)2) 一边倒: 明确表明赞同哪一方,并对其进行论证.,(1)2008.06.05Some people think that un
8、iversity students should specialize in one subject, while others think universities should encourage students to learn a range of subjects. Discuss both views and give your opinion.,(2)2008.05.31Some people argue that the fittest and strongest individuals and teams can achieve the greatest success i
9、n sports. But other people think the success is much related to the mental attitude. Discuss both and give your opinion.,IELTS WRITING,IV： AGREE-DISAGREEAgree or Disagree (同意与否)要求你对已给出的观点表明自己是赞同还是反对，其标志性语言通常是Do you agree or disagree? To what extent do you support this statement? To what extent do yo
10、u agree or disagree? 建议双边倒。,A同意,2不同意,A virtually misleading. This argument is actually destructive.In fact harmful.negative.I tend to disagree / I am against this view / I am an opponent of the claim thatThis argument / assumption / assertion / claim/ statement, nevertheless, is misleading.,(1)2008.
11、04.24Teachers used to convey information, but now with wide resources of information, there is no role for teachers to play in modern education. Do you agree or disagree?,IELTS WRITING,2.TV, Internet and radio are very popular nowadays. Some people say that they will replace books and written words
12、as the main sources of information. To what degree do you agree or disagree to this position?,IELTS WRITING,3.The best way to solve the worlds environmental problems is to increase the cost of fuel. To what extent you agree or disagree?,IELTS WRITING,V: EXPLANATIONMany developing countries are incre
13、asingly expanding the tourism industry, why is this case? Is it a positive development?,(1)2007.10.13 Some employers focus on academic qualifications, paying less attention to life experiences and personal qualities. What are causes of this phenomenon? Is this development positive or negative?,(2)20
14、07.09.22 Today, the expenditure of higher education is paid by the government, students or loans which can be paid back after graduation. State the benefits of the three ways. Which way you think is the best way for the society?,1学什么？2 什么学科？ 3什么方法？ 4其他话题,1学什么？ 060318：Some people think that teachers
15、should be responsible for teaching students how to judge right and wrong and how to behave well. Some say that teachers should only teach students about academic subjects. Discuss both views and give your opinion.,A: focus on academic knowledge fundamental responsibilityB: Be unconsciously influence
16、d Hard-working/Punctual/ a qualified citizen,061014：Some people think that the main purpose of schools is to teach children to be a good citizen or worker rather than to benefit them as individuals. To what extent do you agree or disagree?No contradiction between being a good citizen and individual,
17、070707：通才(generalist) 专才(specialist)In some countries, schools aim to provide a general education across a range of subjects; in others, children focus on a narrow range of subjects related to a particular career. For todays world, which system is more appropriate?Well-rounded/versatile分情况,070113：职业
18、还是知识？Some people think that universities should provide knowledge and skills related to the future career, but others think the true function of university is to give access to knowledge for its own sake. What is your opinion of the main function of university?Vocational education/trainingTheoretica
19、l knowledge Employable skills,071208：个人工作还是社会利益？个人还是公民？Some people believe that the main aim of university education is to help graduates find better jobs, while others think that university education has much wider benefits for individuals and society. Discuss both views and give your opinion.contr
20、ibute to societal well-being/welfare,080522： 重视职业科目，音乐体育类科目无用，应减少Some people suggest that schools should pay more attention to academic subjects for children because these subjects are useful for their future career. They think that subjects like music and sports are not useful and should be reduced
21、. What is your opinion?fashion designer，architect, insights,2 什么学科? (5) 1）060916：政府决定还是个人决定Some people think that the government should decide the subject for students to study in university. Others believe that students should be allowed to apply for the subject they prefer. Discuss both views and
22、give your opinion.分情况national defense: military majors, intelligence majorsless-popularfishery,060923(070512 ):义工课(community service)It is suggested that all the young adults should be required to undertake a period of unpaid work helping people in the community. Does this bring more benefits or mor
23、e drawbacks to young adults and the community?C3-T3-P74Unpaid work:work experience and social responsibility A: time, health, safety B: experience be essential for future career,C3-T3-P74-M164 Present a written argument or case to an educated reader with no specialist knowledge of the following topi
24、c.In many countries children are engaged in some kind of paid work. Some people regard this as completely wrong, while others consider it as valuable work experience, important for learning and taking responsibility.What are your opinions on this?You should use your own ideas, knowledge and experien
25、ce and support your arguments with examples and relevant evidence.Social experience, learn to help peopleWaste of time, NCE (national college entrance examination),061118:国际新闻课Should international news be included into secondary school subjects or is it a waste of time? Give your opinion.A: Broaden
26、ones horizon Global villageGlobal citizen B: However, in China,070512：社区服务 060923Some people believe that some unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high school programs. To what extent do you agree or disagree?Refer to: C3-T3-P74 required / compulsory courses selective / optional
27、courses,080301 (八还是三？）Most countries spend much money on education, as they start to realize the importance of education. Which two subjects do you think are the most important and which one is the least important?Subjects: Literature, Sports, Mathematics, Economy, Physics, History, Music, Geography
28、, Philosophy, Foreign languages,3 什么方法学? 070519计算机还是老师？Nowadays, computers are increasingly used in education. In which areas computers are more important and in which areas teachers are more important?,IELTS WRITING,Education: 核心：教育的价值、作用 帮孩子培养交流能力、批判能力、创造力； 树立对社会的责任及道德感cultivate/ foster/ nurture g
29、raduates with: Communication skills Critical thinking Creative thinking/ think creatively/independently A sense of obligation/social responsibility integrity/morality,师说：师者，传道授业解惑者也。Teachers are the persons who impart truth, teach students and clear up difficult questions.-Han Yu 1. A good teacher c
30、an impart or input/convey knowledge into your mind rather than cram it, which is the basic function of teachers. Teaching is the most direct and straightforward way to convey knowledge. (benefits of knowledge),2. A qualified/senior teacher can act as a bridge between students and their dilemmas/prob
31、lems/ills/uncertainties. By referring to teachers or having face-to-face communication with teachers can you solve your problems more efficiently and effectively. You can even make friends with teachers, which can encourage your studying motivation and initiative, thus forming a sensible learning ha
32、bit and self-study method. (interaction fish or fishing method, experience),3. A superlative/sophisticated teacher can be a facilitator or mentor who will enlighten students and provide guidance and orientation as a beacon/light house/torch/compass, paving the road/way for your development in the so
33、ciety. They are spiritual friends and soul mates. (Mental, soul),The specific functions of teachers:1)Teachers can be a supplementary instrument of parenthood. After all, young kids may stay longer with teachers than their parents in kindergartens or nurseries. 2)To be frank, teachers treat students
34、 more fairly than parents. They neglect the blood hood or family affection, which is conducive to the cultivation of students social responsibility or humanity3)Teachers can be everywhere. We can learn from each of our peers, no matter how close or separate we are. Parents are unique, but teachers c
35、an be versatile.,070714（ 070519） 讲课还需要吗？Lectures were used in the past as a way of teaching a large number of students, but nowadays, with the development of technology, there are no justifications for them to exist. To what extent do you agree or disagree?play an auxiliary/leading role A: some subj
36、ects (computer sciences, design) B: face-to-face communication, interaction,080110：电视、电脑游戏的好坏Some people think it is good for children to spend time on TV, video, and computer games. Others believe that TV, video and computer games have negative effects on childrens development. Discuss and give you
37、r opinion.C6-G126-172Relaxation, reaction, cooperation ability，agility, strategies, mentally and physically.Physical, posture/eyesight/pornographic/obscene/violent,060722It is better for students to live with their parents at home rather than in school. Do you agree or disagree with this opinion?070
38、303Some people think that schools should select students according to their academic ability and others believe that students with different academic abilities should be educated together. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.,070922Higher education is funded in several ways: all costs of hi
39、gher education are paid by the government; all costs are paid by the student; all costs are paid by students with a government loan which must be repaid after graduation. What are the benefits of these ways and which one is the best?,071020Some people believe it is better for children to begin to le
40、arn a foreign language at primary school than secondary school. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?,080126In countries (where there is high unemployment) most pupils should be offered only primary education; there is no point in offering secondary education to those who will have
41、 no hope of finding a job. To what extent do you agree or disagree?,080621Some people think that children should obey rules and do what their parents and teachers want them to do. Others believe that children controlled very much are not well-prepared for their adult life. Discuss the both sides and
42、 offer your view.,051022The speeding up of life in many areas such as travel and communication has negative effects to society at all levels-individual, national and global. To what extent do you agree or disagree.,对于教育和文化的影响,政府功能： 1）060513The shortage of housing in big cities can cause severe conse
43、quences, and only government action can solve the problem. To what extent do you agree or disagree?2）061104Some people think that good health is the basic needs of every human and it is not right for the medical care services to be run by profit-making companies. Do the disadvantages of private heal
44、th care outweigh its advantages?,3）070825Some people say that it is the responsibility for the individuals to save money for their own care when they retire. To what extent do you agree or disagree?4）071103Governments should pay the course fees for everyone who wants to study at university. To what
45、extent do you agree or disagree?,交通能源： 1）080308The number of cars keeps increasing, and road systems should be expanded. Some people think the government should cover all the costs. Others believe the users should pay for it. Discuss and give your opinion.2）060107People believe that they should be a
46、ble to keep all the money they earn and should not pay tax to the state. To what extent do you agree or disagree?,3）070203Individuals can not improve the environment. Only governments and big companies can make a difference. To what extent do you agree or disagree?4）080313People should look after th
47、eir health as a duty to the society they live in rather than only for their own personal benefit. To what extent do you agree or disagree?,5）060218Some people believe that air travel should be restricted because it causes serious pollution and uses up the worlds fuel resources. To what extent do you
48、 agree or disagree?6）060325Long distance flight uses more fuel than car and brings pollution to the environment. We should discourage non-essential flight rather than limit the use of car. To what extent do you agree or disagree?7）060520Do the problems brought about from international travel outweig
49、h the advantages?,科技发展- 生活改进 1）060114There are social, medical, and technical problems associated with the use of mobile phones. What forms do they take? Do you agree that the problems outweigh the benefits of the mobile phone?2）070210Maintaining public libraries is a waste of money since the comput
50、er technology is replacing their function. To what extent do you agree or disagree?,3）070310With the increasing use of mobile phones and computers, less people tend to write letters. Some people think the skill of writing letters will disappear completely. To what extent do you agree or disagree? How important do you think letter writing is?4）070331It is now possible to perform everyday tasks as banking, shopping and business transactions without meeting people face-to-face. What is the effect it may bring on the individuals and the society as a whole?,
