How to use this lesson: read each item aloud, notice the collocation, cover the definition and retrieve the word from memory. Then use at least three items in your own sentences.
10 useful words and phrases
curriculum
The subjects and content taught on a course.
Example: Digital skills are part of the curriculum.
Natural collocation: school curriculum
lecture
A formal talk given to a group of students.
Example: We attended a lecture on climate policy.
Natural collocation: give a lecture
seminar
A class based on discussion of a topic.
Example: The seminar encouraged everyone to participate.
Natural collocation: seminar discussion
research
Careful study to discover or establish facts.
Example: Her research focuses on language learning.
Natural collocation: conduct research
source
A place from which information is obtained.
Example: Always check whether the source is reliable.
Natural collocation: primary source
evidence
Facts or information that support an idea.
Example: The essay needs stronger evidence.
Natural collocation: supporting evidence
revise
To study material again before an exam.
Example: I revise vocabulary with flashcards.
Natural collocation: revise for an exam
grade
A mark showing the quality of academic work.
Example: He received a high grade for the project.
Natural collocation: final grade
enrol
To officially join a course.
Example: You can enrol online today.
Natural collocation: enrol on a course
tuition
Teaching, especially in a school or university.
Example: The programme includes individual tuition.
Natural collocation: private tuition
Quick vocabulary check
- 1. Which word means “the subjects and content taught on a course”? curriculum
- 2. Which word means “a formal talk given to a group of students”? lecture
- 3. Which word means “a class based on discussion of a topic”? seminar
- 4. Which word means “careful study to discover or establish facts”? research
- 5. Which word means “a place from which information is obtained”? source
Make the vocabulary active
Choose five items above and make them personal. Say one true sentence about your life, work, studies or experience for each item. For stronger recall, return tomorrow and try to reproduce the collocations without looking.