English Lesson

IELTS - Reading, Writing and Listening

What is the main idea of each paragraph?

Why is artificial intelligence important?

Should governments regulate artificial intelligence?

How has artificial intelligence changed our lives?

How will artificial intelligence impact our lives in the future compared to its impact now?

Would AI change the relation between humans?

There is a huge speech around advantages and disadvantages of AI. Taking into account your personal experience, create a list of pros and cons about AI's usage. 

To do:

• Identify what is the function of each paragraph.
• Write down the words you consider as linking words and its function.
• What would the prompt state?

The prompt

Computers are being used more and more in education. Some people say this is a positive trend, while others argue that it leads to negative consequences. Discuss both sides of this argument and then give your own opinion.

Discuss both views

Step 1. Identify the two opinions.

Step 2. Brainstorming for both point of views.

Step 3. State your opinion. 

Structure

Introduction. Paraphrase the statement and give your own opinion.

Body paragraph 1. Discuss the first argument.

Body paragraph 2. Discuss the second POV.

Body paragraph 3. Provide your opinion.

Conclusion. Summarise what you have written and restate your opinion.

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C H A R A D E S

Prompt

Some people believe that developments in the field of artificial intelligence will have a positive impact on our lives in the near future. Others, by contrast, are worried that we are not prepared for a world in which computers are more intelligent than humans.

Discuss both of these views and give your own opinion.

Linking structure

Listing.

Reinforcement.

Contrast.

Result.

firstly, secondly, thirdly, to begin, to conclude.

also, moreover, in addition, in the same way, above.

instead, in contrast, on the contrary, turning to.

consequently, accordingly, under these circumstances, in that case, so that.

Time to write!

Describe a crowded place you’ve been to. You should say:

• when you went there
• where the place is (or, was)
• who you went therewith
  and explain how you felt about the place

Application letter for university!

What type of information should I include?

Write down all the new words you've learnt.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of taking a gap year?