Free IELTS Writing Task 2 Samples | Band 7–9 Model Essays

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Online vs. Traditional Learning

Overall Score

Grammatical Range and Accuracy

Lexical Resource

6.5

Coherence and Cohesion

Task Response

6.5

You wrote 21 sentences.

The precise band score of this essay is 6.8.

The top 3 critical sentences are lowering your score by 0.7 band.

Fixing these 3 sentences alone can raise your essay from Band 6.8 → 7.5.

Fix all 5 major issues to potentially reach Band 7.9+.

#1In recent years, online learning has becomes more popular because technology is developing fast. ~0.17'

Coherence and Cohesion ~0.2'

Grammatical Range and Accuracy ~0.3'

Lexical Resource ~0.2'

#2Some people think it is the future of education, but others believe traditional classrooms are better. ~0.05'

Lexical Resource ~0.2'

#3I think both ways of learning have advantages and disadvantages, and it depends on students' situation and learning style. ~0.15'

Grammatical Range and Accuracy ~0.2'

Lexical Resource ~0.2'

Task Response ~0.2'

#4People who support online learning say that it is very convenient. ~0.05'

Task Response ~0.2'

#5Students can study at home and they can choose any courses from many countries. ~0.08'

Coherence and Cohesion ~0.2'

Lexical Resource ~0.1'

#6Also, it can save time and money because there is no need to travel to school.🎉

#7For example, some people can learn foreign languages online without going to language schools. ~0.05'

Coherence and Cohesion ~0.2'

#8Some courses are also available in evenings, so it is flexible for busy students. ~0.15'

Grammatical Range and Accuracy ~0.3'

Lexical Resource ~0.1'

Task Response ~0.2'

#9This way students can learn at their own speed and can repeat lessons if they want. ~0.03'

Lexical Resource ~0.1'

#10It also allows students to learn independently without being controlled by teachers. ~0.03'

Lexical Resource ~0.1'

#11On the other hand, some people prefer traditional classrooms because it is more effective. ~0.05'

Task Response ~0.2'

#12In classroom, teachers can explain difficult topics directly and students can ask question immediately. ~0.27'

Coherence and Cohesion ~0.3'

Grammatical Range and Accuracy ~0.3'

Lexical Resource ~0.3'

Task Response ~0.2'

#13They also can meet friends and this help them to develop social skills. ~0.20'

Coherence and Cohesion ~0.2'

Grammatical Range and Accuracy ~0.2'

Lexical Resource ~0.2'

Task Response ~0.2'

#14Moreover, it is more easier to focus in classroom than at home. ~0.27'

Coherence and Cohesion ~0.3'

Grammatical Range and Accuracy ~0.3'

Lexical Resource ~0.3'

Task Response ~0.2'

#15Some people say online learning may cause distraction. ~0.17'

Coherence and Cohesion ~0.2'

Grammatical Range and Accuracy ~0.2'

Lexical Resource ~0.1'

Task Response ~0.2'

#16Classroom also provides more discipline and routine for students. ~0.17'

Coherence and Cohesion ~0.2'

Grammatical Range and Accuracy ~0.2'

Lexical Resource ~0.1'

Task Response ~0.2'

#17It can help students to finish work on time and avoid procrastination. ~0.03'

Lexical Resource ~0.1'

#18I think online learning is useful but I still prefer classroom learning. ~0.08'

Coherence and Cohesion ~0.1'

Task Response ~0.2'

#19Online learning is flexible but sometimes it is difficult to stay motivated. ~0.08'

Lexical Resource ~0.1'

Task Response ~0.2'

#20Classroom learning provides better communication with teachers and friends. ~0.08'

Lexical Resource ~0.1'

Task Response ~0.2'

#21In general, both types of learning are important, but classroom is better for developing students' skills, understanding, and confidence. ~0.13'

Coherence and Cohesion ~0.1'

Lexical Resource ~0.2'

Task Response ~0.2'

Approximate deduction estimates for learning purposes — not official IELTS metrics

+Grammatical Range and Accuracy ~2'

~0.3

In recent years, online learning has becomes more popular because technology is developing fast.

🖉 'has becomes' is incorrect verb form; correct present perfect form is 'has become'.

😢Grammatical Range & Accuracy - Verb form error

In recent years, online learning has become more popular because technology is developing fast.

~0.3

Some courses are also available in evenings, so it is flexible for busy students.

🖉 Missing article before 'evenings'; should be 'in the evenings'.

😢Grammatical Range & Accuracy - Article usage

Some courses are also available in the evenings, so it is flexible for busy students.

~0.3

In classroom, teachers can explain difficult topics directly and students can ask question immediately.

🖉 Missing article before 'classroom' and 'question' should be plural 'questions' or preceded by an article.

😢Grammatical Range & Accuracy - Article usage and singular/plural agreement

In the classroom, teachers can explain difficult topics directly and students can ask questions immediately.

~0.2

They also can meet friends and this help them to develop social skills.

🖉 'this help' is incorrect subject-verb agreement; should be 'this helps'.

😢Grammatical Range & Accuracy - Subject-verb agreement

They also can meet friends and this helps them to develop social skills.

~0.3

Moreover, it is more easier to focus in classroom than at home.

🖉 'more easier' is redundant; 'easier' alone is correct. Also missing article before 'classroom'.

😢Grammatical Range & Accuracy - Comparative form and article usage

Moreover, it is easier to focus in the classroom than at home.

~0.2

Some people say online learning may cause distraction.

🖉 Countable noun 'distraction' should be plural or preceded by an article: 'distractions' or 'a distraction'.

😢Grammatical Range & Accuracy - Countable noun usage

Some people say online learning may cause distractions.

~0.2

Classroom also provides more discipline and routine for students.

🖉 Missing article before 'Classroom'; should be 'The classroom'.

😢Grammatical Range & Accuracy - Article usage

The classroom also provides more discipline and routine for students.

~0.2

I think both ways of learning have advantages and disadvantages, and it depends on students' situation and learning style.

🖉 Missing plural form for 'students' situation'; should be 'students' situations' or 'a student's situation'.

😢Grammatical Range & Accuracy - Singular/plural agreement

I think both ways of learning have advantages and disadvantages, and it depends on students' situations and learning styles.

+Lexical Resource ~2.5'

~0.2

In recent years, online learning has becomes more popular because technology is developing fast.

🖉 Incorrect verb form 'has becomes' should be 'has become'. This is a word form error affecting lexical accuracy.

😢Lexical Resource - Word form error

In recent years, online learning has become more popular because technology is developing fast.

~0.2

Some people think it is the future of education, but others believe traditional classrooms are better.

🖉 Repetition of the word 'think' and 'believe' in a simple way limits lexical variation; more precise or varied verbs could be used.

😢Lexical Resource - Repetition of words or lack of lexical variation

Some people consider it the future of education, but others argue that traditional classrooms are superior.

~0.2

it depends on students' situation and learning style.

🖉 The phrase 'students' situation' is imprecise and awkward; 'students' individual circumstances' or 'students' needs' would be more natural collocations.

😢Lexical Resource - Collocation issues or unnatural phrasing

it depends on students' individual circumstances and learning style.

~0.1

Students can study at home and they can choose any courses from many countries.

🖉 The phrase 'choose any courses from many countries' is awkward; 'choose courses offered by institutions in many countries' is more natural.

😢Lexical Resource - Collocation issues or unnatural phrasing

Students can study at home and choose courses offered by institutions in many countries.

~0.1

Some courses are also available in evenings, so it is flexible for busy students.

🖉 Missing article before 'evenings' ('in the evenings'); this affects natural phrasing and lexical accuracy.

😢Lexical Resource - Collocation issues or unnatural phrasing

Some courses are also available in the evenings, so it is flexible for busy students.

~0.1

This way students can learn at their own speed and can repeat lessons if they want.

🖉 The phrase 'at their own speed' is less common collocation than 'at their own pace'.

😢Lexical Resource - Collocation issues or unnatural phrasing

This way students can learn at their own pace and can repeat lessons if they want.

~0.1

It also allows students to learn independently without being controlled by teachers.

🖉 The phrase 'being controlled by teachers' sounds awkward and slightly negative; 'guided by teachers' or 'supervised by teachers' would be more appropriate collocations.

😢Lexical Resource - Collocation issues or unnatural phrasing

It also allows students to learn independently without direct supervision by teachers.

~0.3

In classroom, teachers can explain difficult topics directly and students can ask question immediately.

🖉 Missing article before 'classroom' ('In the classroom'); also, 'ask question' should be plural 'ask questions'.

😢Lexical Resource - Collocation issues and word form errors

In the classroom, teachers can explain difficult topics directly and students can ask questions immediately.

~0.2

They also can meet friends and this help them to develop social skills.

🖉 'this help' is grammatically incorrect; should be 'this helps'. Also, 'meet friends' is simple and could be improved to 'interact with peers' for lexical sophistication.

😢Lexical Resource - Word form error and lack of lexical variation

They can also interact with peers, and this helps them to develop social skills.

~0.3

Moreover, it is more easier to focus in classroom than at home.

🖉 'more easier' is a redundancy error; 'easier' alone is correct. Also, missing article before 'classroom' ('in the classroom').

😢Lexical Resource - Word form error and collocation issues

Moreover, it is easier to focus in the classroom than at home.

~0.1

Some people say online learning may cause distraction.

🖉 The noun 'distraction' is countable here and should be plural 'distractions' to sound natural.

😢Lexical Resource - Collocation issues

Some people say online learning may cause distractions.

~0.1

Classroom also provides more discipline and routine for students.

🖉 Missing article before 'Classroom' ('The classroom').

😢Lexical Resource - Collocation issues

The classroom also provides more discipline and routine for students.

~0.1

It can help students to finish work on time and avoid procrastination.

🖉 The phrase 'help students to finish work' is acceptable but 'help students finish work' is more natural collocation.

😢Lexical Resource - Collocation issues

It can help students finish work on time and avoid procrastination.

~0.1

Online learning is flexible but sometimes it is difficult to stay motivated.

🖉 Repetition of 'learning' and 'flexible' without synonyms reduces lexical variety.

😢Lexical Resource - Repetition of words or lack of lexical variation

E-learning offers flexibility, but sometimes it is difficult to stay motivated.

~0.1

Classroom learning provides better communication with teachers and friends.

🖉 Repetition of 'learning' and 'communication' is somewhat basic; 'face-to-face education' or 'traditional education' and 'interaction' could improve lexical resource.

😢Lexical Resource - Repetition of words or lack of lexical variation

Traditional education provides better interaction with teachers and peers.

~0.2

In general, both types of learning are important, but classroom is better for developing students' skills, understanding, and confidence.

🖉 The phrase 'classroom is better' is incomplete; 'the classroom environment' or 'classroom learning' would be more precise. Also, 'understanding' is vague here.

😢Lexical Resource - Collocation issues and imprecise word choice

In general, both types of learning are important, but classroom learning is better for developing students' skills, comprehension, and confidence.

+Coherence and Cohesion ~2'

~0.2

In recent years, online learning has becomes more popular because technology is developing fast.

🖉 The topic sentence is somewhat unfocused because it combines two ideas (popularity of online learning and rapid technology development) without clearly signposting the paragraph's controlling idea.

😢Coherence & Cohesion – Logical progression (PEEL: Point)

In recent years, online learning has become more popular due to rapid technological development.

~0.2

Students can study at home and they can choose any courses from many countries.

🖉 The sentence lacks a clear cohesive device to link the two ideas smoothly, making the connection between studying at home and choosing courses from many countries feel abrupt.

😢Coherence & Cohesion – Logical progression (PEEL: Explain)

Students can study at home, and moreover, they can choose courses from many countries.

~0.2

For example, some people can learn foreign languages online without going to language schools.

🖉 The example is introduced abruptly without a clear link to the previous sentence, weakening the flow within the paragraph.

😢Coherence & Cohesion – Logical progression (PEEL: Example)

For example, this means some people can learn foreign languages online without going to language schools.

~0.3

In classroom, teachers can explain difficult topics directly and students can ask question immediately.

🖉 The sentence contains unclear referencing and awkward phrasing ('In classroom' should be 'In the classroom'), which affects cohesion and clarity.

😢Coherence & Cohesion – Logical progression (PEEL: Explain)

In the classroom, teachers can explain difficult topics directly, and students can ask questions immediately.

~0.2

They also can meet friends and this help them to develop social skills.

🖉 The pronoun 'this' is vague and the sentence lacks a cohesive device to clearly link the ideas, causing a slight disruption in flow.

😢Coherence & Cohesion – Logical progression (PEEL: Explain)

They can also meet friends, which helps them to develop social skills.

~0.3

Moreover, it is more easier to focus in classroom than at home.

🖉 The phrase 'more easier' is grammatically incorrect and interrupts cohesion; also, 'in classroom' should be 'in the classroom' for clarity.

😢Coherence & Cohesion – Logical progression (PEEL: Explain)

Moreover, it is easier to focus in the classroom than at home.

~0.2

Some people say online learning may cause distraction.

🖉 This sentence is isolated without a linking device to connect it to the previous idea, causing a slight abruptness in flow.

😢Coherence & Cohesion – Logical progression (PEEL: Explain)

However, some people say online learning may cause distraction.

~0.2

Classroom also provides more discipline and routine for students.

🖉 The sentence lacks a definite article before 'Classroom,' which affects cohesion and clarity.

😢Coherence & Cohesion – Logical progression (PEEL: Explain)

The classroom also provides more discipline and routine for students.

~0.1

I think online learning is useful but I still prefer classroom learning.

🖉 The sentence lacks a cohesive device to link the contrasting ideas smoothly, affecting the logical progression.

😢Coherence & Cohesion – Logical progression (PEEL: Point)

I think online learning is useful, but I still prefer classroom learning.

~0.1

In general, both types of learning are important, but classroom is better for developing students' skills, understanding, and confidence.

🖉 The sentence lacks the definite article before 'classroom,' which weakens cohesion and clarity.

😢Coherence & Cohesion – Logical progression (PEEL: Link)

In general, both types of learning are important, but the classroom is better for developing students' skills, understanding, and confidence.

+Task Response ~2.5'

~0.2

I think both ways of learning have advantages and disadvantages, and it depends on students' situation and learning style.

🖉 The position is somewhat vague and does not clearly state a definitive stance on the issue, which weakens the overall task response.

😢Task Response – Unclear position (PEEL: Point)

I believe that while both online and traditional learning have advantages, traditional classrooms offer more comprehensive benefits for most students.

~0.2

People who support online learning say that it is very convenient.

🖉 The idea is mentioned but not properly developed with sufficient explanation or detailed reasoning.

😢Task Response – Underdeveloped idea (PEEL: Explain)

People who support online learning argue that it is very convenient because it allows students to access education anytime and anywhere, fitting their personal schedules.

~0.2

Some courses are also available in evenings, so it is flexible for busy students.

🖉 The example is general and lacks specificity to effectively support the point about flexibility.

😢Task Response – Weak example (PEEL: Example)

For example, many online platforms offer evening courses that enable working professionals to study without interrupting their jobs.

~0.2

On the other hand, some people prefer traditional classrooms because it is more effective.

🖉 The claim that traditional classrooms are more effective is asserted without sufficient explanation or evidence.

😢Task Response – Thin reasoning (PEEL: Explain)

On the other hand, some people prefer traditional classrooms because face-to-face interaction allows for immediate clarification of doubts, which can enhance understanding.

~0.2

In classroom, teachers can explain difficult topics directly and students can ask question immediately.

🖉 The idea is relevant but lacks development and supporting detail to fully explain why this is beneficial.

😢Task Response – Underdeveloped idea (PEEL: Explain)

In classrooms, teachers can explain difficult topics directly, and students can ask questions immediately, which helps to clear misunderstandings quickly.

~0.2

They also can meet friends and this help them to develop social skills.

🖉 The explanation is superficial and does not elaborate on how social skills are developed or why this is important.

😢Task Response – Thin explanation (PEEL: Explain)

They also can meet friends, which helps them develop important social skills such as communication and teamwork.

~0.2

Moreover, it is more easier to focus in classroom than at home.

🖉 The point is asserted without sufficient reasoning or examples to explain why focus is better in classrooms.

😢Task Response – Thin reasoning (PEEL: Explain)

Moreover, it is easier to focus in classrooms than at home because the learning environment is structured and free from common home distractions.

~0.2

Some people say online learning may cause distraction.

🖉 This idea is mentioned but not developed or supported with explanation or examples.

😢Task Response – Underdeveloped idea (PEEL: Explain)

Some people say online learning may cause distraction due to the presence of social media and household interruptions during study time.

~0.2

Classroom also provides more discipline and routine for students.

🖉 The claim is relevant but lacks explanation or examples to clarify how discipline and routine benefit students.

😢Task Response – Thin explanation (PEEL: Explain)

Classrooms also provide more discipline and routine, which help students develop good study habits and time management skills.

~0.2

I think online learning is useful but I still prefer classroom learning.

🖉 The position is stated but not fully justified with clear reasoning or development.

😢Task Response – Underdeveloped position (PEEL: Point/Explain)

I think online learning is useful for its flexibility, but I prefer classroom learning because it offers better interaction and support.

~0.2

Online learning is flexible but sometimes it is difficult to stay motivated.

🖉 The point about motivation is mentioned but not developed or supported with explanation.

😢Task Response – Underdeveloped idea (PEEL: Explain)

Online learning is flexible, but students may find it difficult to stay motivated without direct supervision and peer interaction.

~0.2

Classroom learning provides better communication with teachers and friends.

🖉 The statement is relevant but lacks development or examples to explain why communication is better.

😢Task Response – Underdeveloped idea (PEEL: Explain)

Classroom learning provides better communication with teachers and friends, allowing for immediate feedback and collaborative learning.

~0.2

In general, both types of learning are important, but classroom is better for developing students' skills, understanding, and confidence.

🖉 The conclusion is general and does not clearly link back to the task or reinforce the writer's position strongly.

😢Task Response – Weak link to task (PEEL: Link)

In general, while both types of learning have value, classroom education is more effective for developing students' skills, understanding, and confidence, making it the preferable choice.

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