Ielts question discuss both views + give opinion

IELTS question - discuss both views + give opinion
Let's look at an example of IELTS writing task 2 question that asks you to discuss both views and give your opinion:
You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.
It is commonly believed that nowadays main factors that affect a child's development are media, pop culture and friends. A different point of view is that family plays the most significant role.
Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Write at least 250 words.

Step 1:
Generate arguments for each point of view:
First of all, you have to identify the two opinions. These are:

1. 
   External factors have more considerable influence on a child's development.
   
2. 
   The family has a greater influence on a child's development.
   

Next, let's brainstorm for arguments that support each side:

1. 
   External factors have a more considerable influence on a child's development.
   
   1. 
      Children tend to copy the behaviour of their favourite fictional characters.
      
   2. 
      Children spend a lot of time with their peers.
      
   3. 
      Technology has an all-pervasive impact on children.
      

2. 
   The family has a greater influence on a child's development.
   
   1. 
      Parents are always present in the life of a child.
      
   2. 
      The younger the children are, the more malleable their character is.
      
   3. 
      Parents can set boundaries and have more control over their children.
      

Step 2:
Choose your point of view:
For our essay, we will agree that although external factors influence the development of a child, parents and family still have the upper hand.
Our reason: A child's choice of friends, books or music depends on the values instilled in them by their parents.