IELTS Writing Task 2: Technology topics

Many everyday tasks are now handled by machines rather than people, and some believe this makes human skills less valuable.

Some people think that children should be taught to write computer programs from primary school. Others believe that time would be better spent on reading and writing.

In many countries people now do most of their shopping online rather than in physical shops.

Personal data is collected by companies on a scale most people do not understand.

Artificial intelligence is increasingly used to make decisions about hiring and lending.

Many people find it hard to spend even a short time away from their phones.