🎯 The Core Concept#
Spend10 minutes planning your Task 2 essay. A good plan allows you to finish writing in 30 minutes.
(Source: IELTS Simon Writing Video Course Lesson 5 Planning)
規劃階段決定你文章的 Task Response (TR) 分數。沒有規劃就下筆，很容易寫出結構鬆散、邏輯不清的文章。
⏱️ The 10-Minute Plan#
| Steps | Time | What to do? |
|---|---|---|
| 1: 讀題 | ~1 min | 仔細閱讀題目，劃出關鍵字，確認題型與所有問題要求。 |
| 2: 結構規劃 | ~3 mins | 決定文章段落架構 (4 段：Introduction, Body 1, Body 2, Conclusion)。 |
| 3: 主體段構思 | ~6 mins | 針對主體段的論點進行腦力激盪、深化細節、構思例子。 |
這 10 分鐘的投資，能讓你在寫作時思路清晰，下筆如神。
🧱 Step-by-Step Planning Process#
Step 1: Read & Understand#
Essay Prompt:
Some people think that it is more effective for students to study in groups, while others believe that it is better for them to study alone. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
拆解重點:
- 主題: study in groups vs study alone
- 題型: Discuss both views and give your own opinion (Discussion 題型)
- 任務: 必須討論雙方觀點，並給出自己立場
Step 2: Plan Your Structure#
根據題型與你的立場，規劃出清晰的 4 段結構。
範例結構規劃:
| Para. | What to write |
|---|---|
| Introduction | Topic: study in groups or alone Answer: sometimes better alone, usually better in a group |
| Main Body 1 | Benefits of studying alone |
| Main Body 2 | Benefits of group study (my view) |
| Conclusion | Both have benefits, but I prefer group study |
Step 3: Plan Ideas for Main Paragraphs#
這是規劃的核心。不要求寫完整句子，用關鍵詞記下想法即可。
- Body 1 (獨自學習的好處):
concentrate better, no distractions, study at own pace
- Body 2 (小組學習的好處):
more ideas, share knowledge, more motivating
針對你寫下的點子，不斷問自己 “Why?” 及 “What is the result?” 來拓展細節。
- Point:
concentrate better - Ask Why: ->
Because there are no distractions from other students. - What result? ->
They can focus completely on the task, like reading or memorising information.
為你的論點準備具體的例子。
- For ‘study at own pace’:
e.g., when revising for an exam, a student can spend more time on weak areas. - For ‘share knowledge’:
e.g., on a research project, group members can pool their resources and learn from each other.
最後，將相關的想法歸類，並用數字標記在文章中的呈現順序。
| Body 1: Benefits of Studying Alone | Body 2: Benefits of Group Study (My View) |
|---|---|
| 1. Concentrate better - no distractions; focus on task - e.g. when revising for exam, memorise information | 1. More ideas & knowledge - share knowledge; gather more info - e.g. research project |
| 2. Study at own pace - read books/articles | 2. More motivating - responsibility to group; sense of competition |
💡 Key Takeaway#
Planning = Read the question + Structure your essay + Develop ideas for body paragraphs
花 10 分鐘確實執行這三個步驟，你的文章就成功了一半。熟練這個規劃流程，能有效避免離題，並確保內容充實、邏輯清晰。