Study key words frequently used in academic texts. Practice using them in context.
Topic Vocabulary
Explore vocabulary grouped by academic themes.
Academic Vocabulary-Building Quiz
Creative Activities
Try using vocabulary creatively in discussions and writing tasks.
Vocabulary Brainstorming: Technology is a Double-Edged Sword
Instructions: Think about how technology can be both beneficial and harmful. Fill in the chart below with academic words or phrases (not general ones like “good” or “bad”) that express each idea. A few examples are given.
Positive Aspects (Benefits)
Negative Aspects (Risks)
Innovation
Surveillance
Increased efficiency
Dependency
Accessibility
Ethical concerns
Enhanced communication
Data breaches
Automation
Job displacement
Follow-up Tasks:
Add 3 more academic terms to each column.
Use 2 words from each column in full sentences related to the topic.