Education - Groups and Societies

Here you will learn some English words related to groups and societies such as "class", "sorority", and "varsity".

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class [noun]

students as a whole that are taught together

Ex: Every Friday , the class gathers for a weekly quiz to test their understanding of the material covered during the week .

year [noun]

a specific group of students who progress through their studies together over the course of an academic period

Ex: The senior year faced the challenges of college applications and final exams as they approached graduation .

form [noun]

a group of students within a British school who are organized together based on factors such as age or academic ability

Ex: The school divided the students into different forms to better accommodate their learning needs .

section [noun]

a distinct part or subdivision of a larger group of learners

Ex: Students from different sections often collaborate on projects and assignments together .

stream [noun]

a group of students who are taught together in the same class or classes, typically based on their academic ability or chosen subjects

Ex: Sarah was placed in the lower stream for English due to her struggles with reading comprehension .

sorority [noun]

a social club for female students in a university or college, especially in the US and Canada

Ex: Membership in a sorority can create lifelong bonds and connections with other women who share similar values and interests .

fraternity [noun]

a social club for male students in a university or college, especially in the US and Canada

Ex: Members of the fraternity often lived together in a shared house near campus .

student society [noun]

a group formed by students within an educational institution to pursue common interests, activities, or goals outside of the formal curriculum

Ex: The student society hosted a film screening followed by a discussion on social issues .

student council [noun]

a representative body composed of students elected by their peers to advocate for student interests, plan school events, and address student concerns

Ex: The student council collaborated with the administration to implement a new recycling program in the school .

book club [noun]

a group of people who meet regularly to discuss books that they have read together

study group [noun]

a small gathering of students who come together to review course material, discuss concepts, and prepare for exams or assignments collectively

Ex: John found that joining a study group helped him stay motivated and focused while studying for the calculus test .

cohort [noun]

a group of students who progress through an academic program together, often sharing classes and experiences

Ex: Each cohort of medical students is assigned to a specific group for clinical rotations .

varsity [noun]

the main sports teams representing a college or university in intercollegiate competitions

Ex: The varsity athletes trained rigorously to prepare for the upcoming match against their rival school .

assembly [noun]

the teacher student conventions that are held in the morning or afternoon in the school

parent-teacher association [noun]

a collaborative organization formed by parents and teachers to support educational activities and student well-being within a school community

Ex:

school council [noun]

a representative group that addresses school-related issues and initiatives, consisting of students, teachers, and sometimes parents or community members

Ex: The school council proposed a new policy to promote recycling and environmental sustainability on campus .

academic senate [noun]

a governing body wit

Ex: The academic senate convened to discuss proposed changes to the general education requirements .

faculty [noun]

the staff who teach or conduct research in a university or college

Ex: The faculty at this institution is highly respected in their field .

College Board [noun]

an American organization that creates tests for students aiming for college and provides resources to help them plan for higher education

Ex: The College Board 's online resources , such as the BigFuture website , helped Mia research potential colleges .

honor society [noun]

an organization in the United States that recognizes and promotes academic excellence and achievement among its members

Ex: The honor society held regular meetings and events to foster camaraderie among its members and promote academic success .

Phi Beta Kappa [noun]

an academic honor society that recognizes and celebrates excellence in the liberal arts and sciences

Ex: Only the top students in the graduating class are invited to join Phi Beta Kappa .

academia [noun]

the community of scholars and educators engaged in higher education and research

Ex: Academia often values intellectual curiosity and critical thinking skills .

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