Write for an Academic Discussion

A professor has posted a question about a topic and students have responded with their thoughts and ideas. Make a contribution to the discussion.
You will have 10 minutes to write.

Your professor is teaching a class on health and wellness.

In your response, you should do the following.

• • Express and support your opinion.
• • Make a contribution to the discussion in your own words.

An effective response will contain at least 100 words.

Professor’s question:

Our topic is the four-day workweek, a model where employees work four days a week for longer hours but have a three-day weekend. Supporters claim this model improves employee well-being and productivity by reducing stress and burnout. On the other hand, opponents worry that longer workdays could increase fatigue and that some industries simply cannot operate on this schedule. Do you believe the benefits of a four-day workweek outweigh its potential drawbacks?

Student response 1:

I am convinced that the benefits of a four-day workweek are greater. Having an extra day off gives people more time for family, hobbies, and rest, which leads to better mental health. As a result, employees return to work more refreshed and motivated, which ultimately boosts their productivity.

Student response 2:

I see some major drawbacks that can't be ignored. Working ten-hour days can be physically and mentally exhausting, potentially leading to more errors and burnout by the end of the week. Furthermore, this model is impractical for businesses like hospitals or retail stores that need to be open every day.