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Essay writing time (Individual work)

On the foolscap paper,

1) Copy down the sample introduction AND Topic Sentences (TS) provided in the padlet. (You can write your own intro/TS if you want.)

2) Write the body paragraphs (2 SUPPORTING and 1 COUNTER-ARGUMENT for your topic in the PEEL format.

3) Submit the essay at the end of 1 hour.

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Intro: TikTok, a short-form video-sharing app, has rapidly become one of the most popular social media platforms worldwide since its launch in 2016 by the Chinese company ByteDance. Known for its addictive and entertaining content, TikTok allows users to create and share 15 to 60-second videos set to music, sound effects, or original audio. I agree/disagree that ....

TS1: TikTok poses risks related to the spread of inappropriate or harmful content.

TS2: TikTok has a detrimental impact on mental health, particularly among young users.

TS3: However, TikTok fosters creativity and offers opportunities for local content creators to reach global audiences.

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Intro: The debate over whether handphones should be banned in schools is a contentious issue that touches on various aspects of education, discipline, and technology. I agree/disagree that handphones ......

TS1: Handphones can be significant distractions, disrupting the learning environment and leading to decreased academic performance.

TS2: Handphones may lead to a rise in cheating incidents in school.

TS3: On the other hand, handphones can be used for educational purposes, such as accessing online resources and learning apps.

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Intro: The assertion that Sunday is the best day of the week is a topic that invites varied opinions and perspectives.

TS1: For many, Sunday represents a day of rest, relaxation, and reflection.

TS2: Sunday is often associated with leisurely activities, family gatherings, and a slower pace of life.

TS3: However, others might view Sunday with a sense of impending dread, as it precedes the start of the work or school week.

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Intro: The idea that students should have the same subject teachers year after year is a topic of considerable debate in the field of education. I agree/disagree that ...... (state 3 reasons).

TS1: Continuity can foster stronger teacher-student relationships, allowing educators to better understand and cater to individual learning needs and styles.

TS2: In addition, having the same subject teachers provide a stable and consistent learning environment, which may enhance academic performance and personal development.

TS3: On the other hand, critics contend that such a system might limit students' exposure to diverse teaching methods and perspectives, potentially stifling their adaptability and critical thinking skills.

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In your pairs/groups,

Write 2 paragraphs using the PEEL structure.

Convince your classmates of your stand for the topic assigned :)

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(P) Students should be taught by the same subject teachers every year because familiarity promotes better learning in class.

(E) Teachers would know what the students' strengths and weaknesses and are better able to help them academically. (E)Take for instance .......

(L) Therefore, ....

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P: Sunday is not the best day of the week because it is one day before a school day and causes us to have less sleep.
E: For example, on Saturdays we tend to sleep in or sleep late making the sleep schedule messed up.
E: This would make it difficult to fall asleep on a Sunday making us have less sleep when we wake up on a Monday for school.
L: Therefore, Sunday is not the best day of the week.

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Teachers should not follow students year after year.

In case of a bad teacher or a teacher hated by students, if teachers do not follow students, it will no longer be the teachers to blame for their poor grades

The students can also get sick of seeing the same teacher year after year

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P: Sunday is not the best day of the week as it is boring.
E: For example, we might not have any plans on that day and would have a lot of chores to do.
E: During the weekdays, we tend to not plan any plans for the weekend making it boring as we have nothing to do. There would also be a lot of chores to do on the weekends as during the weekdays we might be busy and just delay doing our chores making Sundays not only boring but tiring.
L: Therefore, Sunday is not the best day of the week.

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( p) Firstly, banning phones encourages students to rely on themselves .

(E)Thus , making them more independent and use their creativity for their assignments and don’t rely on the internet.

(E) Take for instance, during class when the teacher assign class work , instead of the students using their knowledge to think of the answer they would just use the internet to search up the answer , they would not learn anything new . (L) Therefore banning go phones should not be abolished

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P: sunday is the best day of the week because Sunday is a wonderful day to give your body the rest it needs and deserves. By taking the time to relax and refocus on what is truly important, you allow yourself an opportunity to rejuvenate and gain greater physical and mental health.

E: For example, after long hours of school or work, we would automatically feel overwhelmed and the urge to just take a short nap.

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(P) I probably think that TikTok should be banned in Singapore , it’s because there are multiple misinformations happening.

(E) For example, an 18 year old man was posting a video of his classmate doing inappropriate thing, but his friend was actually not, hence the 18 year old man made the misuse of TikTok and then got banned in TikTok for posting misinformation.

(E) Misinformation in TikTok is not a good way to do on social media, because it includes unreal things happening such as fake news or anyone doing actions which doesn’t happen.

(L) Therefore, this is why TikTok should be banned in Singapore because of misinformation.

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P-TikTok should not be banned in Singapore as it serves as a popular platform for creativity and various lifestyles. The app allows not just Singaporeans but everyone around the world to showcase their unique creativity and lifestyle to a global audience, including our local creators becoming cultural representatives.

E- For example, their content promotes Singapore's identity and inspires others to express themselves creatively. TikTok has also become a virtual place for ideas, making greater understanding within Singapore and internationally.

E- Banning TikTok would restrain this creativity and take away Singaporeans of a powerful tool for social and global entertainment

L-Therefore banning TikTok would eliminate the valuable educational resource and set back Singapore's progress in welcoming inspiring learning points

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P: Students should have the same subject teachers every year.
E: As teachers having the same set of students year after year can form a stronger bond with the students and have a better understanding of their strengths and weaknesses.
E: For instance, if the students had a strong connection with their teachers, but they were changed, the students may go back to keeping everything to themselves and not express their problems with their new teachers.
L: Therefore, teachers should have the same set of students every year.

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p: handphones should be banned from school as too much dopamine can affect the students from learning what in

e: the students will not study as the phone will distract them from learning what is thought in school. the students may use the phone inappropriately during school time and may interrupt when the teacher is teaching .

e: this would make the students not be able to study and it will will be difficult for teachers to teach their students when they aren't focussing in class. the teachers would be depressed as they are not be able to teach their students . where as the students will just be using their phone and not be listening in class.

l: therefore , handphones should be banned and abolished from school . instead , they should allow using it after school.

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Some people may have different opinions on Sunday being the best day of the week. Therefore I agree because on Sunday it is a day that many people can rest and make sure all the chores get done before Sunday to cook a delicious meal or bond together with your family. When one have enough rest, they can sleep easily and get ready for a new week. With enough sleep they will be able to get their body up and ready for work or school. Therefore Sunday is the best day of the week.

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(P) Students should have the same teachers year after year. (E) Research have shown when the teachers stay with the students as they move up every grade, the students benefit.

(E) As when the teachers stay with them, the teachers would have more time to get to know them better and their strengths and weaknesses. Then the teachers would be able to help each student learn easier.

(L) Therefore, when teacher follow students up each year, the students would benefit from it.

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(P)Students should be taught by the same subject teachers every year because the teacher would know the students better than a new teacher would promote better learning.

(E)Teachers can bond with their students so that they can learn and understand them even better, which can help stabilise their understanding with their students a lot more .

(E)For instance, a math teacher stays with their class throughout the years, the math teacher understands their students well enough such as, what they struggle in, how long they pay attention before they need a mental break. Having the same teacher also would make the students more comfortable around their teacher so they aren’t afraid of asking questions as if it was a newer teacher. Students would slowly appreciate them more.

(L)Therefore, having the same subject teacher is a good thing

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Tiktok should not be banned in Singapore

point 1: Tiktok should not be banned as it restricts connectivity between Singaporeans and other people of other countries.

Explanation: Since Tiktok is a mainstream platform for people of different ages, banning tiktok will cut off a majority of Singaporeans from the rest of the world.

Example: For instance, majority of teenagers in Singapore relies on TikTok as a leisure activity. This results in major connections between other people on tiktok, sending their friends videos which they can further tighten their bond. However, banning tiktok would prevent them from further interacting with each other on it.

link: Thus, tiktok shouldn’t be banned in singapore as it restricts connectivity with others.

Point 2: Tiktok should also not be banned as it affects the livelihood and small businesses in Singapore that heavily depends on Tiktok to survive.

Explanation: Banning tiktok, disables small businesses that heavily rely on tiktok in Singapore to earn an income will struggle extensively. As their social media presence on tiktok is good, removing tiktok will cause them to start promoting their business from the start all over again and it might not be as successful as before on other platforms.

Examples:  For instance, the transition from tiktok to Facebook may be difficult. This is apparent because of the diversity of the audience on these separate platforms. The small businesses might cater to a more appropriate audience on tiktok like teenagers but it might not mix well with the middle aged viewers that use Facebook.

Link: Therefore, Tiktok should not be banned in Singapore as it affects the livelihood and small businesses in Singapore that heavily depends on Tiktok to survive.

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(P) TikTok should be banned in Singapore because there are addictiveness happening to many other users.

(E) For instance, any other users in TikTok may spend a lot of time on the app, which can negatively impact their schoolwork, sleep, and overall well-being.

(L) Therefore, this shows why TikTok is banned because of addictiveness between other users.

(E) For example, a Fourteen-year-old student spends about four to five hours a day on social media, sometimes until the wee hours of the morning, which leaves him waking up the next day feeling “not that great”.

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(P) Handphones should not be banned in schools because they can be used for safety, connection, and learning when used responsibly.
(E) Handphones enable students to collaborate on projects, access assignments, and receive real-time teacher feedback. They can participate in group chats, share documents, and stay connected with classmates even outside the classroom.
(E) For example, handphones allow students to socialise with one another during free time, use it for learning during class, and is convenient for family emergencies.
(L) As there are many positive uses for students to use handphones responsibly, handphones should not be banned in schools.

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(P) Schools should allow handphones to be used in schools because it can help them to research online to find valuable information that can help them with their work.

(E) For example, if students do not understand the subject, they can go online to research or they could take break s

(E.g) students ca