MODEL ARGUMENT ESSAY The use of computer technology will have an enomous and positive impact on education in the future. Do you agree? The revolution in computer technology is something which has touched everyone’s life. Its impact has extended beyond work to shopping, personal communication, entertainment and education. In educational institutions, computer-related technologies have had a profound influence on the way teachers instruct and students learn. In the future the technologies are set to introduce even more vast and positive changes to the way individuals learn. The most obvious growth area is likely to be integration of the Internet into core subjects in schools and universities. This may well mean that learning a subject will automatically involve the use of the Internet to research materials, exchange ideals and download data. Whereas students previously relied on a library to gather the information needed, in the future the Internet will most likely replace it as their virtual library. In addition, the geographic independence of the Net will increasingly allow students to undertake group assignments from the comfort of their own home. Living in a remote location, therefore, will not be a handicap to the exchange of ideas. The use of multi-media technologies in learning could well applications which have not even been thought of yet. For example, graphics programs, CD-roms, sound bites, digital photography, and chat facilities are some of the technologies that may forever change the process of learning. As governments continue to invest in these technologies , students may become more autonomous, creative and independent in the way they learn. It is most likely that teachers will no longer be seen as the main sourse of knowledge. Rather, learners will be able to take a more active role in acquiring knowledge. The application of technology to education is already very apparent. In the future its impact will be felt even more strongly. As this technology is integrated into curriculum from kindergarten to university, learning will take on a more exciting and challenging role. Wired to the world and to our own communities via networks of computers, educators and students will be presented with ever more creative and dynamic learning opportunities. ARGUMENT ESSAY PLAN Paragraph 1 Introduction 1. What is the purpose of sentence 1, 2 & 3? 2. Which sentence is the thesis statement? What is the writer’s opinion? Paragraph 2 Argument 1 3. Look at the topic sentence. What is the topic of this paragraph? 4. Look at the supporting sentences. a. How do they support the topic? b. What does this refer to in sentence 2? c. What is the purpose of whereas in sentence 3? d. What is the purpose of most likely in sentence 3? How would the meaning change if it was taken away? e. Can you think of another phrase to replace in addtion in sentence 4? f. The word ‘therefore’ in the last sentence indicate a result. What is the result and what is the cause? Paragraph 3 Argument 2 5. Look at the topic sentence. a. What is the topic of this paragraph? b. If you took the words could well away, how would the meaning change? 6. Look at the supporting sentences. a. What is the purpose of may in sentence 2 and 3? b. What is the purpose of it is most likely in sentence 4? c. Can you think of another linking word to replace rather in the last sentence? Paragraph 4 Conclusion Sentences 1, 2, 3& 4: Reiterate the main thesis ARGUMENT ESSAy Over-reliance on computers for personal and work purposes can have many disadvantages. Argue. • 250 words • Typed with double spacing • Late assignments will be penalized • Plagiarism will result in failure Brainstorm ideas with your group and then make an individual plan in the grid below. Introduction General statement: Thesis statement: Body Paragraph 1 Topic/ Argument 1: Supporting ideas: Body Paragraph 2 Topic/ Argument 2: Supporting ideas: Conclusion Summary: Read the following sentences and put them into the correct order to structure an essay answering the question below. All classrooms should be equipped with computers. Do you agree? 1. Of course, there is a danger that the computers will be misused. 2. Some people believe that too many are being bought. 3. For example, looking up information for a history or geography lesson can be more colorful and stimulating than looking up information in a textbook. 4. This will be more useful to them than only having separate computer lessons in a computer lab. 5. Students enjoy using them, thus increasing their knowledge and learning skills for the future. 6. This fact is important because it means they are more willing and eager to learn. 7. Easy access to computers for all subjects will benefit students after leaving school and throughout their lives. 8. It is, therefore, important for students to learn the use of the computer when doing their preferred subject. 9. Schools are purchasing more and more computers for their students. 10. In conclusion, there are many benefits to all classroom having computers. 11. These include not only international business and commerce but also education. 12. The second reason is that most children enjoy using computers as an educational tool. 13. However, this essay will argue that it is beneficial for all classromms to contain a number of computers. 14. These days nearly all jobs require these abilities. 15. However, responsible supervision by classroom teachers these situations will be minimised. 16. These days computers are playing an increasingly major part in world affairs. 17. Also, the huge amount of information on the Internet offers a wide amount of choice. 18. In addition, it means they are likely to learn more 19. Firstly, students need computer skills for their future careers. 20. The types of employment range from science to business and teaching.