Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 2 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 5.0 · Cambridge IELTS 11 · 2026-09-04

IELTS Writing Task 2 question

Some people say that in all levels of education, from primary schools to universities, too much time is spent on learning facts and not enough on learning practical skills.

Do you agree or disagree?

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

 

Student answer (Band 5.0)

IT IS TRUE STATED THAT EDUCATORS FROM ELEMENTARY TO UNIVERSITY STUDENTS ARE NEGELECTING THE CRUCIAL PART PRACTICING OF THE EDUCATION DUE TO THE LACK OF RESOURCES AND MANAGEMENT SKILL FOR CONTRIBUTING IN THE PRACTICAL SKILLS. SO THAT IS WHY I STRONGLY WITH THIS STATEMENT. I WILL BE EXPLAINED MAJORY FURTHER ABOUT THOSE LACKING POINTS.

FIRST OF ALL, IN THE SCHOOLS EDUCATORS HAVE THE RIGID MINDSENT THAT THEY ARE SMALL KIDS SO THEY ARE NOT CAPABLE TO HANDLE PRACTICLE KNOWLEDGE . FOR INSTANCE, WHEN THEY HAVE SOME SUBJECTS SUCH AS SCIENCE, MATH THEY JUST KEEPING FORCE THEM TO WRITE AND READ. THEY DO NOT PUT EFFORT TO LET THEM KNOW HOW THEY WORKING IN REAL LIFE. ON THE OTHER HAND, IN THE UNIVERSITY, TUTORS OR PROFESSORS BELIEVE THAT THEY ARE LACKING THOSE TOOLS AND STRENGTHS WHICH CAN HAVE PRACTICAL SKILLS LIKE SCIENCETIFIC OBJECTS, ANASLYTICAKL AND MEASUREMENT TOOLS TO KNOW ABOUT DENSITY, AMD ISOLATING CEELS OR DNA SO THEY JUST IGNORE SUCH KIND OF KNOWLEDGEABLE THINGS AND MOVE FORWARD WITH THE THEORTICAL PART.

FURTHERMORE, THEY THINK THAT THEY DO NOT HAVE ENOUGH TIME TO DISTRIBUTE THIS TYPE OF KNOWLEDGE THEY ARE NOT ABLE TO MANAGE PRACTICAL SKILLS ALONG WITH THE THEORICAL ONE BECAUSE IN THE UNIVERSITY LEVEL STUDENTS HAVE MORE RESPONSIBILITIES IN THEIR LIFE SO THEY JUST READ THROUGH AND TRY TO COVER ALL THE UNIVERSITY REQUIREMENTS TO PASS THE UNIVERISTY THEN FIND A GOOD JOB TO HAVE BETTER SURVIVAL.

ALL IN ALL, MANAGING THINGS AND AND PROVIDING RESOURCES ARE A CRTICAL PART OF THE PRACTICAL EDUCATION WHICH MAY HAVE DIFFICULTY TO ARRANGE IN THIS CURRENT SCANARIO.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.0

The response addresses the prompt by taking a clear position in favor of the statement. However, the development of ideas is limited. While you mention schools and universities, the arguments are somewhat repetitive and lack specific, well-developed examples. For instance, the mention of 'science and math' is a good start, but it is not expanded upon to explain how practical skills would specifically improve the learning experience. The conclusion is also quite brief and does not fully summarize the main points. To improve, ensure each body paragraph focuses on a distinct, well-supported argument rather than repeating the general idea that schools lack resources or time.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.0

The essay is organized into paragraphs, which helps the reader follow the structure. However, the use of cohesive devices is often mechanical or inaccurate. For example, 'So that is why I strongly with this statement' is grammatically awkward and does not function well as a transition. Additionally, the progression between ideas is sometimes disjointed. While there is a logical attempt to move from primary school to university, the transitions between these points are abrupt. Using a wider range of linking words (e.g., 'consequently', 'furthermore', 'in contrast') would help improve the flow and logical connection between your arguments.

Lexical Resource — Band 5.0

The vocabulary used is generally basic and repetitive. There are several instances of word-choice errors and non-standard collocations, such as 'rigid mindsent' instead of 'rigid mindset' and 'knowledgeable things' which is not idiomatic. Spelling errors are frequent throughout the text (e.g., 'practicle', 'sciencetific', 'anaslyticakl', 'ceels', 'theorical'). While the meaning is generally clear, the limited range of vocabulary and the high frequency of spelling mistakes prevent the essay from reaching a higher band. Focusing on accurate spelling and using more precise academic terminology would significantly enhance your score.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0

The essay relies heavily on simple sentence structures, and there are frequent grammatical errors that occasionally impede readability. Issues include incorrect verb forms ('I will be explained'), missing articles, and subject-verb agreement errors ('educators... are neglecting'). The use of punctuation is also inconsistent, particularly with capitalization and spacing. While you attempt to use complex ideas, the lack of control over basic grammatical rules makes the writing difficult to follow at times. To improve, focus on mastering basic sentence construction, subject-verb agreement, and consistent use of articles before attempting more complex structures.

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