Band 6.0 IELTS Writing Task 2 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 6.0 · Cambridge IELTS 11 · 2026-09-09

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 6.0)

Education is the root for coming generation, is plays vital role in people's life. Some people believe that they spent much time on theoretical part rather than learning practical skills from nursery to higher degree. I am completely agree with this statement.

First of all, in the school or universities where they are doing only theory part, they just imagine how is it works. But in the professional life it is totally different. If the educational institution focusing both it will be more interesting to the students. They clear their doubts while doing with their hands. Moreover, some students think, theory part is hard for them who have a problem to remember things and they feel bored. For instance, according to last decade survey most students facing problem after completion their graduation from the reputed universities and they are clearly says they do not have knowledge of using these tolls.

Additionally, there are a lot of sources available to read the theory part of any subject, but we do not have much laboratory to do practical procedures. If people fails while working to perform in a recognized companies they will lost their jobs with good package which the got it. Specially for the medical students and engineering study they have to compulsory attend their practical sessions. Because they are the backbone for the country.

In conclusion, both part of study is necessary to clear the base of the subjects and apply these features in the personal life. Otherwise missed the practical skills create big problem for employees and employer.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 6.0

The response addresses the prompt and maintains a clear position throughout. However, the development of ideas is somewhat limited. While you mention that theoretical education is problematic, the arguments regarding 'practical skills' are a bit repetitive and lack specific, well-explained examples. For instance, the mention of a 'last decade survey' is vague and does not provide a concrete illustration of the issue. To reach a higher band, ensure that each paragraph provides a more detailed explanation of why the current system is insufficient and how practical skills would specifically improve student outcomes beyond general statements.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 6.0

The essay is organized into logical paragraphs, each with a clear focus. You use some cohesive devices such as 'First of all', 'Moreover', 'Additionally', and 'In conclusion' to signal the progression of your argument. However, the flow within paragraphs is sometimes hindered by awkward phrasing, such as 'If the educational institution focusing both it will be more interesting'. The referencing is occasionally unclear, which makes some sentences feel disjointed. Improving the variety of linking words and ensuring that sentences connect more smoothly would enhance the overall coherence of the piece.

Lexical Resource — Band 5.5

The vocabulary used is generally adequate for the task, but it is somewhat basic and repetitive. You rely on simple terms like 'theory part' and 'practical skills' throughout the essay. There are also some issues with word choice and collocation, such as 'using these tolls' (likely meaning 'tools') and 'good package which the got it'. To improve, you should aim to incorporate more precise academic vocabulary and collocations related to the topic of education and professional development. Expanding your range of synonyms will help you avoid repeating the same phrases.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.5

The essay contains a mix of simple and complex sentence structures, but there are frequent grammatical errors that occasionally impede the reader's understanding. Examples include 'is plays vital role' (missing subject), 'they just imagine how is it works' (incorrect word order), and 'If people fails... they will lost their jobs' (subject-verb agreement and tense errors). While the meaning is generally clear, these persistent errors in basic grammar and sentence construction prevent the essay from reaching a higher band. Focusing on subject-verb agreement and correct verb tenses will significantly improve your accuracy.

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