An Article about Brain Drain

Brain Drain or Brain Gain?

Brain drain or the migration of skilled workers from developing countries to the developed ones is a controversial issue. Some people believe that the migration of highly  specialized workers generates benefits while others think it creates problems.

In my opinion, the migration of highly skilled and specialized workers generates both benefits and drawbacks. On an individual level, it may be good for some workers, eager to improve their financial situation or to escape economic or political difficulties in their own countries so that they enjoy a better quality of life in the host country: earn higher wages and have better opportunities. On a larger level, human migration is also beneficial for the countries to which talent migrates. For those countries skilled migration means gaining human capital embodied in the stock of productive skills and technical knowledge. In fact, when the most talented individuals depart for education or opportunity to a rich host country, they indirectly contribute to making it more prosperous and richer. However, this phenomenon is perhaps most problematic for developing nations where the outflow of scientists and technologists has a negative impact on their economy and development: they are losing qualified individuals who make enormous economic and social contributions. 

To my mind, the migration of highly skilled workers doesn’t only affect the development of poor countries but it also widens the growth gap between rich and poor nations. The situation could be worse in the future unless migrants are encouraged to be repatriated. 

An argumentative paragraph about the drawbacks of virtual schools

Although virtual learning has advantages like the freedom of having personalized lessons anywhere, at any time and at one’s own pace and rhythm, it does have drawbacks. To me, the traditional school is necessary because it’s the place where kids acquire not only learning skills but only social and behavioral skills which are of great importance to their emotional development. So, where would the child learn how to get along with people if he spends most of his time in front of his computer? Would he be able to have normal relationships with his relatives and friends? I believe the answer is doubtful. Besides, virtual learning, which involves sitting with one’s eyes glued on the computer screen, is not helpful either for the physical growth of kids. Children, who don’t hustle and bustle, who don’t run or play outside in the open air may develop health problems later on. In fact, a lot of people whose work involves a lot of sitting suffer from backaches, weight and other diseases. For all these reasons I believe virtual learning is good only in certain circumstances and only for a certain category of people or children: children who can’t move about because of some physical handicaps or university students who have other responsibilities and can’t attend the scheduled lessons or lectures. From that point of view virtual learning is of a great help.

An Ad to attract visitors to the old medina of Tunis

See more of Tunis on foot

Come along with us on our marvelous walking tour to the medina of Tunis. We will take you through the numerous alleys full of craft-shops, souvenirs, colors and scents to some of the most important buildings the “Great Mosque” or “Zitouna Mosque” which was built in the 19^th century. While the mosque today serves mainly as a house of prayers, it was also a house of higher learning until the 1950’s. Dar-al-Bay or Bay’s Palace will be our next destination. You will be amazed by the architecture and decoration which reflect many different styles and periods. Finally, you will rest your feet in one of the most splendid cafés inside the Medina: café “M’Rabet”. The interior has not changed for at least a hundred years. It is a cool rescue when the summer heat makes walking in the streets of the markets almost unbearable. The café is built over the tombs of 3 holy men, and the restaurant on top of the café is considered as one of the most exclusive places in all of Tunis. If you visit it in the afternoon or evening, expect belly-dancing or live music together with the food.

 

A Speech about Smoking

Ladies and gentlemen, I'm happy to see you. My name is Sana and I am a member in a health club at Sidi Zid secondary school. It's an honour to be given the chance to speak to you today about one of the most important issues in our life, which is smoking.

To begin with, no one can deny the harmful effects of smoking on smokers, the whole society and even the environment. Second, most smokers are addictive by nature to tobacco and nicotine, which usually causes serious diseases like lung cancer or even increases the risk of a stroke as well as other respiratory illnesses. Then, I'll go on to speak about smokers' families who represent an important part of society. Family members, especially kids, consider parents as their models or ideals. Hence, it is no surprise to find out that the majority of children, based on statistics, tend to imitate their parents even in smoking! Moreover, the harmful effects of smoking spread to reach the whole society through increasing the number of sickness leave due to the serious illnesses caused by smoking and the long stays in hospitals. As a result, the country's economy is negatively affected by low productivity at work. Even worse, the negative impacts of smoking reach the environment too, which makes the global problem of air pollution more threatening.

What I want to say is that we need to cooperate to put an end to this dangerous phenomenon "smoking." Together we can! Thank you very much for your attention.

Haj Ali Sana

4th Grade Sciences

Sidi Zid Secondary School

I wonder if I could have your attention for a few moments. I'd just like to say a few words about smoking. Allow me to introduce my self, I'm Dhouha and I'm a member the Health Club at Sidi Zid's Secondary school. I am going to talk to you about the harmful effects of smoking.

First of all, Smoking is very dangerous because it has harmful effects on the smoker himself! Unfortunately, smokers find it difficult to quit smoking due to the addictive nature of nicotine and tobacco. That's why, the majority of them are not able to taste and smell food like non-smokers! Even worse, smokers are endangered by many chronic illnesses, respiratory problems and even lung cancer. Finally, smoking is a threat, that's why it is advisable that smokers act quickly and quity smoking before it is too late.

That's all for me, thank you very much for your time.

Dhouha Taieb
4th Grade Sciences

Sidi Zid Secondary School

Good morning everyone,

Allow me to introduce myself. I am a student at Sidi Zid Secondary School and a member of its health club. My name is Monia Amri and the subject of my talk revolves around one of the most important issues nowadays "smoking." Today, I am going to focus on the harmful effects of smoking.

Firstly, smoking has many negative effects on the smoker himself. For example, smokers usually suffer from poor health as well as inability of smelling and tasting food like other people who do not smoke. This dangerous habit leads to serious illnesses including lung cancer, respiratory problems and chronic diseases. Secondly, smokers not only affect their health, but also they represent a bad model for kids and family members. Also, smoking ruins the family budget, which results in financial problems. Last but not least, this bad habit affects the whole society when it comes to sickness leave or long stays in hospitals that lower productivity at work.

Thank you for your time and attention.

An "If" Poem

If one day you find yourself roaming with no goal
If in a great play you find no single role
keep in mind that everything will be good
If you are self-confident with a high mood
No one can lower your self-esteem, no one could

By Sana Haj Ali

4th Grade Sciences

Sidi Zid Secondary School