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This deck builds the vocabulary you need to read, write and speak confidently about education in IELTS.
By the end of this deck you will be able to:
The deck is divided into five topic sections and one language section. Each section includes vocabulary words, collocations, and topic phrases.
Term
education
Definition
education
Example
Education can improve people’s future opportunities.
Noun. Learning at school, university, or elsewhere.
Term
online learning
Definition
online learning
Example
Online learning gives students more flexibility.
Noun phrase. Learning through the internet.
Term
exam
Definition
exam
Example
Exams can put pressure on students.
Noun. A formal test.
Term
skill
Definition
skill
Example
Students need a range of skills for the future.
Noun. An ability to do something well.
Term
access
Definition
access
Example
Access to education should not depend on family income.
Noun. The chance or ability to use something.
Term
Education plays an important role in people’s lives.
Definition
Education plays an important role in people’s lives.
Example
Education plays an important role in people’s lives.
Use to introduce education.
Term
receive an education
Definition
receive an education
Example
Every child should receive an education.
Verb phrase. Used for access to learning.
Term
take online classes
Definition
take online classes
Example
Many students take online classes from home.
Verb phrase. Used for online education.
Term
take an exam
Definition
take an exam
Example
Students have to take an exam at the end of the course.
Verb phrase. Used for sitting a test.
Term
develop skills
Definition
develop skills
Example
Schools should help students develop skills for the future.
Verb phrase. Used for learning outcomes.
Term
provide access to education
Definition
provide access to education
Example
Governments should provide access to education for all children.
Verb phrase. Used for equality.
Term
Schools should prepare students for the real world.
Definition
Schools should prepare students for the real world.
Example
Schools should prepare students for the real world.
Use to discuss school aims.
Term
school
Definition
school
Example
School helps children learn basic knowledge and social skills.
Noun. A place where children study.
Term
distance learning
Definition
distance learning
Example
Distance learning is useful for students in remote areas.
Noun phrase. Learning away from a school or university.
Term
assessment
Definition
assessment
Example
Assessment should measure real understanding.
Noun. A way of judging learning.
Term
soft skills
Definition
soft skills
Example
Soft skills are important in many jobs.
Noun phrase. Skills like teamwork and communication.
Term
equality
Definition
equality
Example
Equality in education can reduce social problems.
Noun. Fair treatment for everyone.
Term
One major benefit of education is better career prospects.
Definition
One major benefit of education is better career prospects.
Example
One major benefit of education is better career prospects.
Use to explain a benefit.
Term
attend school
Definition
attend school
Example
Children usually attend school from a young age.
Verb phrase. Used for going to school.
Term
study at your own pace
Definition
study at your own pace
Example
Online courses let students study at their own pace.
Verb phrase. Used for flexible learning.
Term
pass an exam
Definition
pass an exam
Example
Students need to study hard to pass an exam.
Verb phrase. Used for success in a test.
Term
improve communication skills
Definition
improve communication skills
Example
Group work can improve communication skills.
Verb phrase. Used for student development.
Term
promote equality
Definition
promote equality
Example
Free education can promote equality.
Verb phrase. Used for fairness.
Term
However, exams can put too much pressure on students.
Definition
However, exams can put too much pressure on students.
Example
However, exams can put too much pressure on students.
Use to discuss a disadvantage.
Term
university
Definition
university
Example
Many students go to university to prepare for a career.
Noun. A place for higher education.
Term
self-study
Definition
self-study
Example
Self-study can help students become more independent.
Noun. Learning without a teacher.
Term
grade
Definition
grade
Example
Many students worry about their grades.
Noun. A mark for school work.
Term
communication skills
Definition
communication skills
Example
Communication skills help students work with others.
Noun phrase. Skills for sharing ideas clearly.
Term
tuition fees
Definition
tuition fees
Example
High tuition fees can stop some students from going to university.
Noun phrase. Money paid for education.
Term
Teachers should encourage students to think critically.
Definition
Teachers should encourage students to think critically.
Example
Teachers should encourage students to think critically.
Use for learning methods.
Term
go to university
Definition
go to university
Example
Some students go to university after finishing school.
Verb phrase. Used for higher education.
Term
learn independently
Definition
learn independently
Example
Self-study helps students learn independently.
Verb phrase. Used for learner autonomy.
Term
measure performance
Definition
measure performance
Example
Exams are one way to measure performance.
Verb phrase. Used for assessment.
Term
teach problem-solving
Definition
teach problem-solving
Example
Schools should teach problem-solving, not just facts.
Verb phrase. Used for education goals.
Term
pay tuition fees
Definition
pay tuition fees
Example
Many families struggle to pay tuition fees.
Verb phrase. Used for university costs.
Term
Online learning can make education more flexible.
Definition
Online learning can make education more flexible.
Example
Online learning can make education more flexible.
Use for technology and education.
Term
higher education
Definition
higher education
Example
Higher education can help people get better jobs.
Noun phrase. Education after secondary school.
Term
group work
Definition
group work
Example
Group work can improve communication skills.
Noun phrase. Learning by working with others.
Term
academic performance
Definition
academic performance
Example
Sleep can affect academic performance.
Noun phrase. How well a student does at school.
Term
problem-solving
Definition
problem-solving
Example
Problem-solving is useful in daily life and work.
Noun. The ability to find solutions.
Term
scholarship
Definition
scholarship
Example
A scholarship can help poor students continue studying.
Noun. Money given to support study.
Term
Not all students have equal access to education.
Definition
Not all students have equal access to education.
Example
Not all students have equal access to education.
Use to discuss inequality.
Term
complete higher education
Definition
complete higher education
Example
People who complete higher education may have more career options.
Verb phrase. Used for university study.
Term
work in groups
Definition
work in groups
Example
Students often work in groups to solve problems.
Verb phrase. Used for classroom tasks.
Term
achieve good grades
Definition
achieve good grades
Example
Students often work hard to achieve good grades.
Verb phrase. Used for academic success.
Term
encourage creativity
Definition
encourage creativity
Example
Art and music can encourage creativity.
Verb phrase. Used for creative education.
Term
offer scholarships
Definition
offer scholarships
Example
Universities should offer scholarships to talented students.
Verb phrase. Used for financial support.
Term
Practical skills are just as important as academic knowledge.
Definition
Practical skills are just as important as academic knowledge.
Example
Practical skills are just as important as academic knowledge.
Use to compare skills.
Term
curriculum
Definition
curriculum
Example
The school curriculum should include practical skills.
Noun. The subjects taught in a school.
Term
practical learning
Definition
practical learning
Example
Practical learning helps students use knowledge in real life.
Noun phrase. Learning by doing.
Term
standardised test
Definition
standardised test
Example
Standardised tests are used in many education systems.
Noun phrase. A test given in the same way to everyone.
Term
creativity
Definition
creativity
Example
Creativity should be encouraged in schools.
Noun. The ability to create new ideas.
Term
private school
Definition
private school
Example
Private schools are often expensive.
Noun phrase. A school not run by the government.
Term
The government should invest more in public schools.
Definition
The government should invest more in public schools.
Example
The government should invest more in public schools.
Use to recommend policy.
Term
update the curriculum
Definition
update the curriculum
Example
Schools should update the curriculum to include digital skills.
Verb phrase. Used for education reform.
Term
develop practical skills
Definition
develop practical skills
Example
Vocational courses help students develop practical skills.
Verb phrase. Used for skills and training.
Term
improve academic performance
Definition
improve academic performance
Example
Extra support can improve academic performance.
Verb phrase. Used for student progress.
Term
build digital literacy
Definition
build digital literacy
Example
Teachers should help students build digital literacy.
Verb phrase. Used for technology education.
Term
attend a private school
Definition
attend a private school
Example
Some parents want their children to attend a private school.
Verb phrase. Used for school choice.
Term
Students need support from both teachers and parents.
Definition
Students need support from both teachers and parents.
Example
Students need support from both teachers and parents.
Use to discuss responsibility.
Term
classroom
Definition
classroom
Example
A good classroom environment can help students learn.
Noun. A room where students learn.
Term
critical thinking
Definition
critical thinking
Example
Critical thinking is useful in both study and work.
Noun phrase. Careful and logical thinking.
Term
qualification
Definition
qualification
Example
A qualification can help people find employment.
Noun. An official record of study or training.
Term
digital literacy
Definition
digital literacy
Example
Digital literacy is essential for modern students.
Noun phrase. Ability to use digital tools well.
Term
public school
Definition
public school
Example
Public schools should provide good education for all children.
Noun phrase. A school run by the government.
Term
Too much homework can reduce students’ free time.
Definition
Too much homework can reduce students’ free time.
Example
Too much homework can reduce students’ free time.
Use to discuss workload.
Term
create a positive classroom environment
Definition
create a positive classroom environment
Example
Teachers can create a positive classroom environment.
Verb phrase. Used for learning conditions.
Term
encourage critical thinking
Definition
encourage critical thinking
Example
Schools should encourage critical thinking.
Verb phrase. Used in education reform.
Term
use standardised tests
Definition
use standardised tests
Example
Some countries use standardised tests to compare schools.
Verb phrase. Used in education policy.
Term
prepare students for work
Definition
prepare students for work
Example
Education should prepare students for work.
Verb phrase. Used for school-to-work topics.
Term
improve public schools
Definition
improve public schools
Example
Governments should improve public schools.
Verb phrase. Used for policy.
Term
A good education system should be fair and accessible.
Definition
A good education system should be fair and accessible.
Example
A good education system should be fair and accessible.
Use to describe ideal policy.
Term
teacher
Definition
teacher
Example
A good teacher can motivate students.
Noun. A person who teaches.
Term
memorisation
Definition
memorisation
Example
Memorisation is useful, but students also need understanding.
Noun. Learning by remembering.
Term
homework
Definition
homework
Example
Too much homework can increase stress.
Noun. Work students do outside class.
Term
career prospects
Definition
career prospects
Example
Education can improve career prospects.
Noun phrase. Future job opportunities.
Term
education policy
Definition
education policy
Example
Good education policy can improve the whole system.
Noun phrase. Government plans for education.
Term
Universities should teach skills that are useful in the workplace.
Definition
Universities should teach skills that are useful in the workplace.
Example
Universities should teach skills that are useful in the workplace.
Use for employability.
Term
support students
Definition
support students
Example
Teachers should support students who are struggling.
Verb phrase. Used for helping learners.
Term
rely on memorisation
Definition
rely on memorisation
Example
Some education systems rely too much on memorisation.
Verb phrase. Used for learning style criticism.
Term
gain a qualification
Definition
gain a qualification
Example
Adults may study to gain a qualification.
Verb phrase. Used for study outcomes.
Term
improve career prospects
Definition
improve career prospects
Example
A university degree can improve career prospects.
Verb phrase. Used for future jobs.
Term
introduce education policy
Definition
introduce education policy
Example
The government introduced education policy to reduce inequality.
Verb phrase. Used for reform.
Term
Group work can help students improve communication skills.
Definition
Group work can help students improve communication skills.
Example
Group work can help students improve communication skills.
Use for classroom methods.
Term
student
Definition
student
Example
Students need support from teachers and parents.
Noun. A person who studies.
Term
feedback
Definition
feedback
Example
Feedback helps students improve their work.
Noun. Advice about how to improve.
Term
academic pressure
Definition
academic pressure
Example
Academic pressure can affect students’ mental health.
Noun phrase. Pressure from study and exams.
Term
lifelong learning
Definition
lifelong learning
Example
Lifelong learning is important in a changing world.
Noun phrase. Learning throughout life.
Term
school funding
Definition
school funding
Example
School funding affects the quality of education.
Noun phrase. Money given to schools.
Term
Education can help reduce poverty in the long term.
Definition
Education can help reduce poverty in the long term.
Example
Education can help reduce poverty in the long term.
Use for social benefits.
Term
train teachers
Definition
train teachers
Example
Governments should train teachers well.
Verb phrase. Used for teacher development.
Term
give feedback
Definition
give feedback
Example
Teachers should give feedback regularly.
Verb phrase. Used for teaching.
Term
reduce academic pressure
Definition
reduce academic pressure
Example
Schools should reduce academic pressure on students.
Verb phrase. Used for student well-being.
Term
promote lifelong learning
Definition
promote lifelong learning
Example
Governments should promote lifelong learning.
Verb phrase. Used for adult education.
Term
increase school funding
Definition
increase school funding
Example
Poor areas need more school funding.
Verb phrase. Used for education investment.
Term
Learning should continue throughout life.
Definition
Learning should continue throughout life.
Example
Learning should continue throughout life.
Use for lifelong learning.
Term
Schools should teach students how to solve problems.
Definition
Schools should teach students how to solve problems.
Example
Schools should teach students how to solve problems.
Use for skills.
Term
High tuition fees can create inequality.
Definition
High tuition fees can create inequality.
Example
High tuition fees can create inequality.
Use for access problems.
Term
Both traditional classes and online learning have advantages.
Definition
Both traditional classes and online learning have advantages.
Example
Both traditional classes and online learning have advantages.
Use for balanced answers.
Term
Overall, education is one of the best investments a country can make.
Definition
Overall, education is one of the best investments a country can make.
Example
Overall, education is one of the best investments a country can make.
Use as a conclusion.