Have you ever asked your friend to take my online class just because your teacher uses a few terms that you don’t know of? We know many students like you. However, it’s okay. We all struggle with many things. You don’t have to worry about it but can I say one thing? How good will it be if you learn academic vocabulary and not miss your classes? Now you might have a question that what academic vocabulary is? Remember the terms we were talking about a few sentences ago? The one your teacher uses. Also, the same due to which you missed your class. Yes, you are getting it right. These words are known as academic vocabulary.
If you are still fascinated by this term and want to know more about it and see what benefits it can offer to you, stay with us. Now we will take a step further to discuss a bit more about academic vocabulary and the importance it possesses? Are you still with us? Let’s go.
Academic Vocabulary
This is the set of words specifically used in the academic domain. Chances are you know these words or have heard from your teacher. However, don’t know the meaning. Being not so usual set of words, many students find them complicated but to be true they are not. Have you ever seen dancing numeric when studying math? Because same. Well, such students see academic vocabulary as the same too. They know they’re listening to some new words but what do they mean, these students don’t pay heed to.
If you are also from the same clan, don’t shy. You have many in your boat. Maybe back then us as well but not now! Now is the time we take you off the board, we hope you’re ready!? Continuing academic vocabulary, so, these words are all academic based.
For instance, instead of using words like “see, check” we use “evaluate, analyze, assess, etc. Such sets of words make academic communications more formal and logical. When you finally become e familiar with academic vocabulary, you’ll see a difference in understanding your teachers’ lectures. Of course, they’ll become more understandable and you can comprehend them easily.
In precise, you can say that academic vocabulary helps better understanding and can clear your concepts more profoundly. Imagine yourself standing on the rostrum and you want to tell your fellows about microorganisms. Will you use words like see, watch, check, look, etc.? No! If you still do your mates won’t be able to grasp your lecture as better they would do otherwise. Therefore, during lectures and academic gatherings, academic vocabulary is always given a preference
A Brief Introduction into the Categories of Academic Vocabulary. . .
So, there are three categories into which academic vocabulary is divided.
Tier 1 word
These are the most common set of academic vocabulary. Tier 1 words possess words that are not very difficult. They also don’t have more than one meaning.
Tier 2 words
Tier 2 mostly has formal and not very common words. In fact, most of the students don’t know the meaning of them. The use of them is mostly in higher grades, starting from grade VII and onwards.
Finally, The Tier 3 words
The final and the most mature category of academic vocabulary is Tier 3 words. These are set for particular subjects and are mostly used at the university level.
NOW COMES THE OG! THE BENEFITS OF ACADEMIC WRITING . . . . .
Better Understanding
Since the academic vocabulary progresses the in-house communication between the student and teacher, don’t you think it will help in better understanding? Imagine your teacher giving a lecture and she suddenly says “students this chapter is important for your future” will you pay attention to it? I believe you will but not as good you would do if your teacher had said “students this chapter is valuable for your professional career.” Getting the point? The same goes for eradicating achievement hurdles. Since academic vocabulary is the same everywhere, wherever you will move out to study, you’ll be able to understand what the instructor is teaching. However, regardless of the language barrier. If the language barrier is there focus first on eliminating it.
Good Academic Results
Might sound cliché but learning academic vocabulary can be the go-to trick to elevate your academic grades. Are you curious to know how? See, when you are using correct phrases in your academic papers, this will definitely help you better your marks. What else do you want? Also, when you are using the right words in your exchange of communication with the teacher, this will definitely stimulate their interest and actually impress them. Once you’ve made an impression on your teacher, get ready to have a long-term association with them. In such ways, teachers assist students better and are always ready to lend their support.
So, not far are the days when you will see fewer ‘D’ grades in your result paper. Are you ready to shock your friends? Shush don’t tell them the trick.
Better Career Options
Do you also dream of moving out abroad for your master’s! Most of us do but not all of us make it to. Imagine how good will be the days when you are studying at your dream college, have a suitable job and it’s a carefree life. Good enough, no? This is the life almost all of the students crave. However, do you know, the biggest ratio jumps off the cliff at the time of their admission? Well, yes! Most of these students fail their admissions tests or IELTS and TOEFL and end up missing a great opportunity.
If you also have plans to move abroad, consider giving learning academic language a go. They are easy to learn and come in handy for cover letters and admissions tests.
Wrapping Up
Now you know what academic vocabulary is and what benefits it can offer to you. So, what are you waiting for? Enroll to learn this skill now and get en route to raising your career ways. If you are lacking time or online classes are an issue, ask your friend to take my online class for the last time. This time you won’t regret it.
