Academic Vocabulary Online

Introduction

In the realm of academia, language is not merely a tool; it is a precise instrument of expression. Effective communication of complex ideas depends significantly on mastering academic vocabulary. Proficiency in academic vocabulary enhances the ability to read academic texts and refines one´s academic writing and presentation style. This engaging and interactive course offers plenty of e-learning activities to practice and develop academic vocabulary, helping learners to avoid non-academic words and phrases.

The course begins by introducing common features of language as a starting point for exploring academic vocabulary. It then delves into the use of foreign borrowings, which, when used judiciously and selectively, can noticeably enhance the expressiveness of one´s writing. Finally, it covers the use of abbreviations, an increasingly important feature of contemporary English.