Education
Key vocabulary for IELTS essays on school systems, higher education, online learning, and student motivation.
Foundation
Simple, clear usage
Intermediate
Academic context
Band 9
Sophisticated, Band 9 style
10 words
The subjects comprising a course of study in a school or university; the overall content and structure of an educational programme.
🌱 Foundation Example
"The school curriculum includes maths, science, and English."
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The art, science, and methodology of teaching; the approach and philosophy underlying educational instruction.
🌱 Foundation Example
"Good teaching, or pedagogy, involves making learning interesting for students."
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A financial award granted to a student based on academic merit, talent, or financial need to fund their education; also the pursuit of academic knowledge.
🌱 Foundation Example
"She got a scholarship to study at university for free."
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The ability to read and write; also used more broadly to describe competence or knowledge in a specific area (e.g. digital literacy, financial literacy).
🌱 Foundation Example
"Teaching children to read improves their literacy."
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The level of educational success attained by a student, typically measured through examinations, grades, and qualifications.
🌱 Foundation Example
"Her hard work led to great academic achievement at school."
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The teaching or instruction provided at a school or university; also refers to the fee paid for such instruction.
🌱 Foundation Example
"University tuition in some countries is very expensive."
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Referring to activities pursued outside the formal academic curriculum, such as sports, arts, volunteering, and student societies.
🌱 Foundation Example
"She joined the football team and other extracurricular activities after school."
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Education and training specifically designed to prepare individuals for a particular trade, occupation, or skilled profession.
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"Vocational training teaches people practical skills for specific jobs."
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The objective analysis and evaluation of an issue in order to form a sound judgement; the ability to think independently and question assumptions.
🌱 Foundation Example
"Teachers should help students develop critical thinking so they can solve problems."
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A method of study in which students learn remotely, typically via the internet, without attending classes in person.
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"Distance learning lets students study at home using the internet."
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