As the cost of online degree programs falls far below that of traditional campus-based education, a growing number of people believe that the value of a university diploma is being diminished. However, others insist that the true significance of a university education extends far beyond merely obtaining a certificate, manifesting instead in the irreplaceable experiences and interpersonal networks found in campus life. Which perspective do you lean toward? Provide your reasons and illustrate them with specific examples.
IELTS Writing Task 2 Band Descriptors
Task Response: Address all parts of the task, present a clear position, support ideas with evidence
Coherence and Cohesion: Logical paragraphing, clear progression, appropriate linking devices
Lexical Resource: Wide range of vocabulary, accurate and natural collocations
Grammatical Range and Accuracy: Variety of sentence structures, error-free grammar
Overall band score is 0-9, each criterion weighted equally.
Answering Tips
Spend 5 minutes planning your position and main arguments
Use the structure: Introduction - Body 1 - Body 2 - Concession - Conclusion
Develop each body paragraph with: topic sentence + explanation + example + summary
Use a variety of linking words, avoid repetition
Reserve 5 minutes at the end to check grammar and spelling