Ietls essays collection (howtodoielts)

Many people argue that in order to improve educational quality, high school 
students should be encouraged to question and offer criticisms on their 
teachers. Others think this will lead to a loss of respect and discipline in the 
classroom. 
Discuss both views and give your own opinion. 
Some today contend that high school students should have greater latitude to 
critique and question their teachers, despite the risks this presents for classroom 
management. I am strongly in agreement as this enables the ideal classroom 
environment. 
Critics of this shift in mentality point out that the teacher position requires respect. 
A teacher who is consistently being interrupted by students will not be able to 
lecture and assign and mark homework well. Many students might exploit a rule 
that encourages questions in order to intentionally derail lessons and undermine 
the teacher. There is also the possibility that the negative attitude of some 
students will create general unrest that is not conducive to learning. However, I 
would argue that the appearance of respect, when in reality most students 
question their teachers in private, holds little actual value beyond preserving 
unwarranted pride. 
Moreover, the free discussion of ideas is essential to the best learning. Students 
who are sitting quietly and feigning interest in class are likely to become less 
motivated. On the other hand, if a class is studying a work of literature or an event 
in history, students will engage more fully in lessons given the opportunity to ask 
questions. By asking questions, even if these queries are loosely defined as 
criticisms of what is being taught, they will suddenly have a reason to learn and 
the lesson will become more memorable for all students. The questions might also 
lead the class to novel insights as long as the teacher is confident enough to 
embark on collaborative explorations. 
In conclusion, although certain educational institutions fear that questions may 
undermine teachers, they in fact are the foundation of a positive learning 
environment. Schools should embrace academic rigor in all its forms. 

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