The number of university degree holders has surged in many countries, yet employers frequently complain that graduates lack the critical thinking and adaptability required for actual work. Meanwhile, online education platforms are offering skill-oriented courses at lower costs and claiming to connect more directly with workplace demands. Faced with this situation, should the focus of undergraduate education shift entirely from traditional academic knowledge transmission to practical skills training centered on employability? Please state your position and argue which educational model better serves the long-term development of both individuals and society, supporting your argument with concrete 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