Academic Discussion prompt
What do you think? Is online learning as effective as traditional classroom learning? Why or why not?
Every scored sample answer Reach120 publishes for this prompt, banded so you can see the range rather than one version of "good".
The prompt
Online learning, also known as e-learning, refers to the use of digital platforms to conduct educational courses and training over the internet. With advancements in technology and the increasing availability of high-speed internet, online learning has become a popular alternative to traditional classroom settings. It offers flexibility and access to resources but also presents challenges in maintaining student engagement and ensuring the quality of education.
Sample answers, by band
Reach120 practice band estimate — not an official ETS score How we estimate
Middle response
Band 4.53.5/5 rubricWhat worked
- Clear position
- Engagement with classmates
- Relevant examples
What cost points
- Generic examples
- Limited syntactic variety
Middle response
Band 4.53.5/5 rubricWhat worked
- Clear Position
- References Classmates
- Logical Structure
What cost points
- Generic Examples
- Minor Grammatical Errors
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