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 opportunities1. ARGUMENT ES[r]
(1)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
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Introduction
1 What is the purpose of sentence 1, & 3? 2 Which sentence is the thesis statement?
What is the writer’s opinion? Paragraph
Argument
3 Look at the topic sentence What is the topic of this paragraph? 4 Look at the supporting sentences.
a How 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 Argument
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 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
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
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All classrooms should be equipped with computers Do you agree? Of course, there is a danger that the computers will be misused 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 Students enjoy using them, thus increasing their knowledge and learning skills for the future 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
(3)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