Task 1 further education

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________ typically refers to education beyond the compulsory schooling age but not at the level of a university degree. The term is commonly used in countries like the UK and can include various types of learning such as:

1. Vocational Training: Practical courses designed to prepare individuals for specific careers, such as plumbing, carpentry, or beauty therapy.

2. A-Levels or Equivalent Qualifications: Academic courses taken after secondary school, often as preparation for university entry.

3. Diplomas and Certificates: Qualifications that provide specialized skills or knowledge in a particular field.

4. Adult Education: Courses for personal or professional development, often part-time or flexible, aimed at mature learners.

In contrast, higher education refers to studying for degrees or advanced qualifications at universities or similar institutions.

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Further education

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To _____ means to officially register or sign up for a course, program, or activity.

• Example:

  • I plan to _____ in a computer programming course next month.

  • Students must ____ by the end of December.

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enrol

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____ refers to the act or process of enrolling, or it can describe the state of being registered. It also refers to the number of people who have enrolled.

• Example:

  • The ____ period for the spring semester starts in January.

  • The university has seen an increase in student ____ this year.

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Enrolment

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Example Sentences:

1. Streaming platforms like Netflix are ____ traditional cable TV among younger audiences.

2. Smartphones are ____ tablets for everyday tasks like browsing and communication.

3. The new movie turned out to be ____ its prequel, breaking box office records.

Alternatives:

• "Far more popular than"

• "Much more popular than"

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1. several times more popular than

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1. Northern Hemisphere (e.g., USA, UK, Canada, etc.):

• ____ often begins in late August or September 2024 and ends in May or June 2025.

• Example:

  • In the US, the 2024–2025 school year would run from September 2024 to June 2025.

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2. Southern Hemisphere (e.g., Australia, New Zealand, etc.):

• ____ usually aligns with the calendar year, starting in January or February 2024 and ending in November or December 2024.

• Example:

  • In Australia, the 2024 school year would run from late January to early December 2024.

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• The 2024 school year

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Common Error:

• "In regards to" and "with regards to" (with an "s" on regards) are grammatically incorrect in formal writing but are frequently used in informal speech or casual writing.

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Correct Usage:

1. In regard to:
   This is the most grammatically correct and formal phrase.

   • Example: In regard to your question, I will provide more details tomorrow.

2. With regard to:
   This is also correct and formal, often used interchangeably with "in regard to."

   • Example: With regard to the policy changes, we will issue a statement soon.

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a small or gradual improvement from a previous decline or setback, followed by a mention of the new level or condition reached.

Examples in Context:

1. Health Context:

   • After several days of illness, her condition began to ____ a more stable state.

2. Economic Context:

   • The stock market, which had been declining, managed to ____ 3,200 points by the end of the day.

3. Statistical Context:

   • Unemployment rates fell sharply last month but ____ to 5.2% this week.

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• make a slight recovery to

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to indicate a decrease or lower beginning point compared to a previous level or standard. It’s often followed by a specific value or range.

Examples in Context:

1. Financial Context:

   • The stock market opened today starting lower at 3,500 points, following yesterday's decline.

2. Statistical Context:

   • The survey shows that interest rates for new customers start lower at 2.5%, compared to 3.0% last year.

3. Descriptive Trends:

   • The rainfall this year is expected to start lower at 20mm in January before increasing in February.

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start lower at

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It specifies the amount or percentage of the decrease.

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Examples in Context:

1. Financial Context:

   • The stock price dipped by 3% before recovering later in the day.

2. Statistical Context:

   • The company’s revenue dipped by $1.2 million in the third quarter compared to the second.

3. Weather Context:

   • Temperatures are expected to dip by 5 degrees Celsius overnight.

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to dip by

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Use "dip by" for smaller or less significant decreases, often implying a temporary or non-critical change. For larger or more impactful decreases, terms like "____ by" or "drop sharply by" might be more appropriate.

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plunge