English language
Learning vocabulary 3: words in context
Key Information:
- Date and time
- Wed 28 June 2023
15:00 - 16:00 - Location
- 4D24, Frenchay Campus Library, Further info
- Contact
- UWE Bristol Library Contact the Library
- Cost
- Free
- Attendance
- Booking required
Description
Would your studies be easier if you knew more vocabulary? This workshop will outline what you need to know about vocabulary. The main focus of the workshop will be on making you aware of collocations – words that are commonly used together. Practice will include a game-like activity.
This workshop is a part of the Communication Skills for International Students programme. It is designed for international students and students who use English as an additional language.
Workshop objectives
By the end of the session you will:
- be aware of what you need to learn to truly know a word
- have practised an important part of vocabulary distribution - collocation.
How to attend
If you are interested in attending this on-campus event, please register via InfoHub.
The session materials are on the Study Skills Blackboard course.
- Cost: Free
- Attendance: Booking required
Accessibility
If you have any questions or any accessibility needs, please contact UWE Bristol Library.
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