The InternetYour New School

PRONUNCIATION GUIDE
Directions: Practice saying the words with your
tutor.

0-1 anywhere / eniwer /

0-2 writing /rat /
0-3 online /nlan /
0-4 school /skul /
0-5 experts /eksprts /
Audio Pronunciation Guide

The girl is happily holding a diploma.

EXERCISE 1: Unlocking Word Meanings

Directions: Read and learn new words and expressions with your tutor.

1-1 degree [noun] title given after completing a course in school

[Example:] Jake has a degree in Physics from this university.

1-2 full-time [adjective] working for a standard number of hours

[Example:] My mother works full-time at the bakery.

1-3 disadvantage [noun] a bad part of something

[Example:] A disadvantage of living alone is having no one to talk to.

1-4 allow [verb] to let something happen

[Example:] I hope my boss will allow me to leave early.

1-5 habit [noun] an activity that you do often

[Example:] Nick has a habit of eating when hes sad.

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EXERCISE 2: Article
Directions: Read the article per paragraph.
After each paragraph there is a statement, identify if this is TRUE/FALSE.

The InternetYour School

More students are choosing to study online because of its advantages. Instead of going to a university,
students get their degree on the Internet. They can study anytime, anywhere on a computer with Internet. They
can spend time with family and keep a full-time job. Finally, online courses are cheaper than schools.

2-1 TRUE/FALSE: Based on the article, you pay more in online courses than regular schools.
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However, there are also disadvantages to online courses. Students need longer time to prepare for
class. Daily activities can affect their time for studying. Also, students have to find a way to stay interested.
Online classes allow students to check information anytime. Some students get lazy because of this.
2-2 TRUE/FALSE: According to the article, online students need to spend more time to prepare for class.
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Experts have given tips for online students. First, find what works best for you, then make it a habit.
Second, create a plan of your activities. Third, improve your writing. Fourth, find a quiet place for studying.
Finally, ask for help if needed. Follow these tips to succeed in your online course!
2-3 TRUE/FALSE: To become a successful online student, a person should practice writing.
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EXERCISE 3: What is the correct word?

Directions: Fill in the blanks with the correct word or expression.

online

understand

quiet

busy

check

3-1 I want to _______ how the Internet works.

3-2 Please _______ your email tonight.

3-3 Miko needed a _______ place to video chat.

3-4 Ben bought his shirt _______.

3-5 The secretary was _____sending a lot of emails.

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CHALLENGE ROUND
EXERCISE 4: Do you AGREE or DISAGREE?
Directions: Read the statements below.
Decide if you AGREE or DISAGREE and tell your tutor WHY.

4-1 Online courses are better because students have more free time.

You can say

I agree because
I disagree because

4-2 In the future, people will stop enrolling in universities since they will take online classes instead.

You can say

I agree because
I disagree because

4-3 The Internet is the best place to learn new things.

You can say

I agree because
I disagree because

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