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[C2 Level] Education & Learning – English vocabulary

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87 English words with meanings: pedagogy, curriculum, scholarship, expertise, comprehension… Study them with flashcards, quizzes and AI speaking practice on…

Part of the learning path: C1–C2 Everyday English

Word list

  1. pedagogy /'pɛdəɡɒdʒi/ (noun) — a way of teaching
    Example: She specializes in modern pedagogy methods.
    Synonyms: teaching, education, instruction
  2. curriculum /kə'rɪkjʊləm/ (noun) — what students learn in school
    Example: The school updated its curriculum last year.
    Synonyms: syllabus, course, program
  3. scholarship /'skɒləʃɪp/ (noun) — money given to a student to pay for studies
    Example: She received a scholarship to study abroad.
    Synonyms: grant, academic study
  4. expertise /,ɛkspə'ti:z/ (noun) — deep skill and knowledge
    Example: His expertise in linguistics is remarkable.
    Synonyms: skill, proficiency, competence
  5. comprehension /,kɒmprɪ'hɛnʃən/ (noun) — ability to understand
    Example: Reading improves comprehension and vocabulary.
    Synonyms: understanding, grasp, perception
  6. cultivate /'kʌltɪveɪt/ (verb) — to help something grow or develop
    Example: He tries to cultivate a love for learning.
    Synonyms: develop, foster, nurture
  7. dedication /,dɛdɪ'keɪʃən/ (noun) — strong commitment
    Example: Her dedication to work inspires everyone.
    Synonyms: commitment, devotion, loyalty
  8. intuition /,ɪn.tʃu:'ɪʃ.ən/ (noun) — knowing without thinking
    Example: Intuition plays a role in decision-making.
    Synonyms: instinct, subconscious, perception
  9. memorization /,mɛmərə'zeɪʃən/ (noun) — learning something by heart
    Example: Memorization alone isn’t enough for understanding.
    Synonyms: learning, retention
  10. innovation /,ɪnə'veɪʃən/ (noun) — creating something new
    Example: Innovation drives educational progress.
    Synonyms: novelty, invention, modernization
  11. methodology /,mɛθə'dɒlədʒi/ (noun) — a way of doing research
    Example: Their research methodology was meticulous.
    Synonyms: approach, process, technique
  12. analysis /ə'nælɪsɪs/ (noun) — careful study of something
    Example: Data analysis revealed surprising trends.
    Synonyms: examination, study, evaluation
  13. synthesis /'sɪnθəsɪs/ (noun) — putting things together
    Example: His essay showed skill in synthesis of ideas.
    Synonyms: combination, integration, fusion
  14. cognition /kɒɡ'nɪʃən/ (noun) — awareness or understanding
    Example: Language learning enhances cognition.
    Synonyms: thinking, understanding, mental process
  15. evaluate /ɪ'væljʊeɪt/ (verb) — judging how good or bad something is
    Example: Students must evaluate different theories critically.
    Synonyms: assess, judge, appraise
  16. critical thinking /'krɪtɪkəl 'θɪŋkɪŋ/ (noun) — careful thinking about ideas
    Example: Critical thinking is essential in problem-solving.
    Synonyms: reasoning, analysis
  17. proficiency /prə'fɪʃənsi/ (noun) — skill level
    Example: Her proficiency in mathematics impressed the teacher.
    Synonyms: skillfulness, competence, expertise
  18. collaboration /kə,læbə'reɪʃən/ (noun) — working together
    Example: Research often depends on international collaboration.
    Synonyms: cooperation, teamwork, partnership
  19. motivation /,məʊtɪ'veɪʃən/ (noun) — reason or energy to act
    Example: Intrinsic motivation leads to lifelong learning.
    Synonyms: inspiration, drive, enthusiasm
  20. discipline /'dɪsɪplɪn/ (noun) — area of study
    Example: She studies physics, a challenging discipline.
    Synonyms: control, field, subject
  21. assessment /ə'sɛsmənt/ (noun) — judging how good or bad something is
    Example: Assessment helps track students’ progress.
    Synonyms: evaluation, appraisal, review
  22. reflection /rɪ'flɛkʃən/ (noun) — thinking back about something
    Example: Reflection is key in personal development.
    Synonyms: consideration, thought, contemplation
  23. perspective /pə'spɛktɪv/ (noun) — way of seeing something
    Example: Education broadens one’s perspective on life.
    Synonyms: viewpoint, outlook, standpoint
  24. theory /'θɪəri/ (noun) — an idea that explains something
    Example: The theory was supported by evidence.
    Synonyms: hypothesis, principle, concept
  25. experiment /ɪk'spɛrɪmənt/ (noun) — a test to see what happens
    Example: The science class performed an experiment.
    Synonyms: test, trial, investigation
  26. deductive /dɪ'dʌktɪv/ (adj) — based on logical thinking
    Example: He used deductive reasoning to reach a conclusion.
    Synonyms: reasoned, logical
  27. inductive /ɪn'dʌktɪv/ (adj) — based on examples or experience
    Example: Inductive learning focuses on patterns and examples.
    Synonyms: inferential, empirical
  28. plagiarism /'pleɪdʒərɪzəm/ (noun) — using others’ work as your own
    Example: Plagiarism is strictly prohibited in academic writing.
    Synonyms: copying, infringement, imitation
  29. revision /rɪ'vɪʒən/ (noun) — checking and fixing work
    Example: Revision is essential before exams.
    Synonyms: editing, review, correction
  30. formulate /'fɔ:mjʊleɪt/ (verb) — creating or setting up
    Example: They formulated a new learning strategy.
    Synonyms: develop, create, define

…and 57 more words in this set.

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