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CELPIP Speaking Task 5: Comparing and Persuading

CELPIP Speaking Task 5 Sample Answer: School Computer Lab Upgrade

By David

Your school is upgrading its computer lab, and two options for the upgrade have been proposed. You need to choose which one is better for the students. After making your decision, you’ll persuade the school…

Choosing time
60 seconds
Preparation
60 seconds
Speaking
60 seconds

The question

Your school is upgrading its computer lab, and two options for the upgrade have been proposed. You need to choose which one is better for the students. After making your decision, you’ll persuade the school administration why your choice is better.

Option 1: Upgrading to High-End Computers

-Replaces existing computers with faster, more powerful machines

-Suitable for advanced software and multimedia projects

-Estimated cost: $25,000 for setup

-Expected completion time: 2 months

Option 2: Installing Interactive Whiteboards and Tablets

-Installs modern interactive whiteboards and tablets for students to use during lessons

-Promotes digital learning and collaboration

-Estimated cost: $18,000 for setup

-Expected completion time: 1 month

Your School’s Choice:

-Basic upgrades to existing computers

-Simple repairs and improvements to current machines

-Estimated cost: $10,000 for setup

-Expected completion time: 1 month

Excellent answer (transcript): around CLB 11–12

Although interactive whiteboards and tablets would certainly enhance digital learning, I strongly believe that upgrading to high-end computers would provide the most value to our students. The new computers will not only be faster but also support advanced software, enabling students to engage in more sophisticated projects and learn valuable digital skills. Tablets and whiteboards are excellent for collaboration, but they cannot replace the need for powerful machines that can handle complex tasks. Basic upgrades to the current computers won’t be enough to meet the demands of modern education. By investing in high-end computers, we are preparing our students for a future where technology plays an essential role in their education and careers.

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Good answer (transcript): around CLB 7–8

While interactive whiteboards and tablets are useful, I believe upgrading to high-end computers is the better choice for our school. Computers are essential for many of the advanced tasks students need to complete, and the new, faster machines will support a wide range of software applications. The tablets and whiteboards are valuable tools for collaboration and digital learning, but they cannot replace the functionality that high-end computers provide. Basic upgrades to existing machines won’t give us the long-term performance improvements we need. Investing in high-end computers will prepare students for more complex and diverse tasks.

95 words

Basic answer (transcript): around CLB 4–5

I think upgrading to high-end computers is the best choice because they will be faster and better for advanced projects. The interactive whiteboards are good, but computers are needed for many tasks. The basic upgrade is not enough, and the high-end computers will be a better investment.

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