Post by Admin on Nov 30, 2015 13:40:39 GMT
Some people think that art is an essential subject for children in school, while others think it a waste of time. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
There is an argument that art is a waste of time. After all, it cannot solve the world’s problems. The counter-argument sees art as a necessary part of any school programme. I believe that there needs to be a balance.
Science is providing disease-resistant crops; technology is delivering medical miracles; engineering is extracting safe drinking water in desert climates and maths is providing the universal language with which scientists communicate. Yet STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths) subjects are often difficult and require time to understand, leaving little space in the curriculum for subjects such as art, which is often seen as a fun lesson, but one that has little value. For example, my brother’s timetable has ten science and maths lessons, but only one art lesson.
However, since the evolution of modern man, humans have used art to convey messages and express themselves. Those unable to speak can communicate through art, like small children who make patterns in bright colours even before they develop any linguistic ability. Art is even used as a therapy for victims of trauma or stress. It uses the right half of the brain, instead of the left, and in order to develop fully as individuals, children need to exercise both their logical and creative sides. After all, even scientists and engineers use visuals to explain difficult concepts. Rather than wasting time, it frees the brain and lets the imagination blossom. It also releases pupils from the strict regimen of test-driven subjects for at least a short time in the school week.
On the whole, I believe that schools need to keep art on the syllabus in order to allow children to express themselves and to fully develop both sides of their brains.
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Essay notes:
The essay answers the question by discussing both the view that art is a waste of time and that it is an essential subject.
The writer’s position is clearly stated at the outset and there is logical progression throughout, starting with the view that non-art subjects are important, and ending with the opposite view that art has a place. The writer uses a number of cohesive devices and examples to support his views. There are a few less common lexical items and a range of grammatical structures.
Vocabulary:
K4: linguistic, miracles, trauma
K5: blossom
K7: regimen, syllabus
There is an argument that art is a waste of time. After all, it cannot solve the world’s problems. The counter-argument sees art as a necessary part of any school programme. I believe that there needs to be a balance.
Science is providing disease-resistant crops; technology is delivering medical miracles; engineering is extracting safe drinking water in desert climates and maths is providing the universal language with which scientists communicate. Yet STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths) subjects are often difficult and require time to understand, leaving little space in the curriculum for subjects such as art, which is often seen as a fun lesson, but one that has little value. For example, my brother’s timetable has ten science and maths lessons, but only one art lesson.
However, since the evolution of modern man, humans have used art to convey messages and express themselves. Those unable to speak can communicate through art, like small children who make patterns in bright colours even before they develop any linguistic ability. Art is even used as a therapy for victims of trauma or stress. It uses the right half of the brain, instead of the left, and in order to develop fully as individuals, children need to exercise both their logical and creative sides. After all, even scientists and engineers use visuals to explain difficult concepts. Rather than wasting time, it frees the brain and lets the imagination blossom. It also releases pupils from the strict regimen of test-driven subjects for at least a short time in the school week.
On the whole, I believe that schools need to keep art on the syllabus in order to allow children to express themselves and to fully develop both sides of their brains.
[284]
Essay notes:
The essay answers the question by discussing both the view that art is a waste of time and that it is an essential subject.
The writer’s position is clearly stated at the outset and there is logical progression throughout, starting with the view that non-art subjects are important, and ending with the opposite view that art has a place. The writer uses a number of cohesive devices and examples to support his views. There are a few less common lexical items and a range of grammatical structures.
Vocabulary:
K4: linguistic, miracles, trauma
K5: blossom
K7: regimen, syllabus