Writing Feedback / IELTS: children spend more time on watching TV [4]

Studies suggest that children spend more time on watching TV than they do in the past and spend less on doing active or creative things.

What measurement and methods can be used to tackle with it?

My answer is as below. Any comment is welcome, like arguments, paragraphing, links, or words ...
Thanks in advance!
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It is an element of truth that the young generation is more likely to watch TV. Therefore, they lose chances to use their minds and develop their skills. Those who are observant of all these problems are hunting for ways by which they can draw youngsters' attention away from TV and other electronic media.

One way is to make kids a part of creative contests. Children may not be willing to join in at the beginning, but once involved, they can make new friends, acquire new knowledge and experience various feelings. Under competitive situations, they are also required to fully utilize capacity and deeply explore hidden talents, which raise a sense of achievement, activate creativity and nurture imagination of children. Besides contests, there are many useful activities. Try bringing teenagers colors for painting, clay for playing or books for reading. Everything interesting is ok.

On the other hand, parents should set up a good example. By saying this, I mean adults should decrease the time with electronic media, or even not watch at all because usually they are the objects of imitation. From grow-up family members, young kids may get a hint that televisions are something amazing and become interested. Some may claim dozens of reasons to argue against. But it's unfair and hard to restrict children only. Parents should spend more effort with their kids, which not only change the kids, but also benefit the adults.

Totally speaking, it's not a problem of whether children watch or not, but how to guide children. Exploring and learning are the nature of young people. They will no longer miss screens if they have other funny things to do.

Writing Feedback / IELTS: parenting courses in school [7]

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Some people think it would be a good idea for schools to teach every young person how to be a good parent.
Do you agree or disagree with this opinion? Describe the skills a person needs to be a good parent.
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In present days, increasing young parents feel overwhelmed when facing their babies. They have no idea on how to raise children in tradition ways because they work far away hometown and can't learn from older families. Therefore, some propose to introduce parenting courses into school. I personally support this proposal.

There is no doubt that parenting courses will get young people well prepared for being parents, because bringing up babies is very tricky. For instance, crying is the only way for babies to express their needs before speaking. As a result of it, new parents are hard to identify the reason and satisfy their babies. This may in turn causes adults lose temper, or even get annoyed. Obviously, classes in school can get young people well trained and easily handle situation like this.

However, these courses shouldn't be imposed to everyone. Youth have their own idea and have the right to choose whether he or she want to get trained in terms of parenting at an early age. Moreover, the major task at school should be gaining knowledge and skills and they are too young to fully understand the responsibilities of being parents.

In summary, I agree that universities should have some elective courses on parenting. Also, the content should be carefully chosen to be acceptable and the style should be well designed to be attractive. In addition, no one can be perfect father or mother, but some basic personalities are needed for good parents, like keen observation and patience, which are critical to understand the kids' needs and take proper actions.

Writing Feedback / IELTS: Influence of English - advantages outweigh the disadvantages? [2]

English is making many lesser-known languages die out each year. To what extent do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

In the present age, it is a matter of fact that increasing minority languages have diminished from the world due to the proliferation of English. Some people claim it's a reasonable loss in globalization while others argue the demerits exceed the merits. Personally, I agree with the former opinion.

No one can deny the huge benefits of the trend that English is being accepted universally. To begin with, communication between countries and cultures become convenient. In my country, English is a required course from elementary school. Thus, studying abroad is easy and becomes hot among youngsters. For them, language obstacle is no longer a problem, which results in mutual understanding and trust between their mother land and the host country. This, in turn, enhances relationship and promotes international business. Furthermore, researchers, especially those who work on high-tech, would have wider range of references if they are good at English. Taking IT industry for an example, top technical science is published in English. It's neither to get a translated version of these articles, nor to always have a translator besides. As a result, they have no choice but choosing English as a second language.

Admittedly, opponents may blame that English is making lesser-known languages disappear ever year. Hence, the culture heritage and nation identity vanish. However, this is really short-sighted, ignoring the rapid development of native economy and society.

In conclusion, in spite of some negative effects, I'm totally convinced that the prevalent usage of English brings benefits to people and countries all around. I suggest all youths should learn English owing to its key role in globalization. But at the same time, actions, like recording, can be taken to protect native languages and cultures.