Education & Study

20 words

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   critical thinking skillsnoun phrase/ˈkrɪtɪkəl ˈθɪŋkɪŋ skɪlz/

   The ability to evaluate information and arguments, rather than just memorising facts.

   “Teachers want students to develop critical thinking skills.”

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   study habitsnoun phrase/ˈstʌdi ˈhæbɪts/

   The regular ways a student studies, such as routines, schedules and typical study behaviours.

   “To improve grades, you should review your study habits and make a realistic timetable.”

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   lifelong learningcollocation/ˌlaɪfˈlɒŋ ˈlɜːnɪŋ/

   the idea of continuing to learn new skills and knowledge throughout one’s life

   “Many employers value candidates who show commitment to lifelong learning.”

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   state-funded educationnoun phrase/ˈsteɪtˌfʌndɪd ˌedjʊˈkeɪʃən/

   Education financed by the government, often free or subsidised for students.

   “Many families rely on state-funded education for primary schooling.”

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   student-centered learningcollocation

   an approach to teaching in which students’ needs and active participation are the focus

   “Student-centered learning encourages discussion and group work rather than lectures only.”

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   vocational trainingcollocation/vəʊˈkeɪʃənəl ˈtreɪnɪŋ/

   education that teaches practical skills for a particular job or trade

   “Many young people choose vocational training to start working quickly.”

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   academic pressurenoun phrase/ˌækəˈdɛmɪk ˈprɛʃə/

   The stress or expectations placed on students to perform well academically.

   “Many teenagers feel strong academic pressure to get high grades for university entry.”

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   learning environmentnoun phrase/ˈlɜːnɪŋ ɪnˈvaɪrənmənt/

   The physical and social conditions where learning takes place, like classroom layout and teacher attitude.

   “A positive learning environment helps students stay motivated.”

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   online learning platformcollocation/ˌɒnˈlaɪn ˈlɜːnɪŋ ˈplætfɔːm/

   a website or software used to deliver courses and learning materials online

   “During the pandemic many schools switched to an online learning platform to deliver lessons.”

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    parental involvementcollocation/pəˈrɛntl ɪnˈvɒlvmənt/

    the participation of parents in their children’s education, such as helping with homework or attending meetings

    “Research shows strong parental involvement improves students’ achievement.”

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    learning outcomesnoun phrase/ˈlɜːnɪŋ ˈaʊtkʌmz/

    The knowledge, skills or attitudes learners have gained after completing a course or learning activity.

    “The programme's learning outcomes were clearly stated in the syllabus.”

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    scholarship programcollocation/ˈskɒləʃɪp ˈprəʊɡræm/

    a scheme or set of awards that provides financial support to students

    “The university launched a scholarship program for high-achieving students from rural areas.”

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    private tutornoun phrase/ˈpraɪvət ˈtjuːtə/

    A person who gives individual lessons to one student or a small group outside formal school.

    “She hired a private tutor to improve her English before the exam.”

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    teaching methodsnoun phrase/ˈtiːtʃɪŋ ˈmɛθədz/

    The approaches and techniques teachers use to deliver lessons, such as lectures, group work or demonstrations.

    “Modern teaching methods often include more student-centred activities than traditional lectures.”

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    classroom participationnoun phrase/ˈklɑːsruːm pɑːˌtɪsɪˈpeɪʃən/

    Active involvement of students in classroom activities such as answering, asking, and discussing.

    “Good classroom participation can boost a student's speaking grade.”

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    course syllabusnoun phrase/kɔːs ˈsɪləbəs/

    A document outlining the topics, objectives, schedule and assessment methods for a particular course.

    “The course syllabus lists weekly topics, reading assignments and assessment dates.”

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    time management skillscollocation/ˈtaɪm ˈmænɪdʒmənt skɪlz/

    the ability to organise and use your time effectively to complete study tasks

    “Developing good time management skills helps students revise for exams without panic.”

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    continuous assessmentnoun phrase/kənˈtɪnjʊəs əˈsɛsmənt/

    Assessment carried out throughout a course (e.g. quizzes, assignments, projects) rather than via a single final exam.

    “Some departments prefer continuous assessment because it reduces exam stress and measures progress over time.”

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    reading comprehensioncollocation/ˈriːdɪŋ kɒmprɪˈhɛnʃən/

    the ability to understand the main ideas, details and implied meaning in a written text

    “Improving reading comprehension is crucial for the IELTS reading section.”

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    lecture hallnoun phrase/ˈlɛktʃə hɔːl/

    A large room or auditorium used for lectures, usually seating many students.

    “The first-year lecture is held in the main lecture hall every Monday morning.”