Education - Timelines and Structures

Here you will learn some English words related to timelines and structures such as "schedule", "semester", and "gap year".

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schedule [noun]

a plan or timetable outlining the sequence of events or activities

Ex: He adjusted his schedule to accommodate the unexpected changes in his travel plans .
period [noun]

each part into which a day is divided at a school, university, etc.

Ex: In the afternoon period , the school offers elective courses such as art and music for students to explore their interests .

the time when students are at school, attending classes and activities, usually from morning to afternoon

Ex: During the school day , students attend different classes , such as math , science , and history .
semester [noun]

each of the two periods into which a year at schools or universities is divided

Ex: In the first semester , we covered basic grammar and vocabulary in the language course .
session [noun]

a scheduled period of teaching, instruction, or learning activities conducted within a defined timeframe

Ex: Students actively participated in discussions and group activities throughout the session .
term [noun]

one of the three periods in the academic year during which multiple classes are held in schools, universities, etc.

Ex: He enrolled in three courses for the spring term .

the period during which regular academic sessions or terms are conducted in schools or educational institutions

Ex: Teachers plan their curriculum to cover specific topics within the allocated term time .
gap year [noun]

a break from formal education or employment, usually lasting a year, to pursue personal interests, travel, or other experiences

Ex: The university encourages students to consider taking a gap year to explore different cultures and broaden their horizons before entering the workforce .

the period of the year during which schools and universities hold classes

Ex: The academic year in some countries begins in August and ends in May .

a specific time during the school day when students have the opportunity to work on homework or study independently under supervision

Ex: During study hall , students could seek clarification from teachers on difficult concepts or problems .
playtime [noun]

a duration of time at school when children are free to exit their classroom and spend their time playing outside

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recess [noun]

a scheduled break between lessons or classes in a school; allowing students to engage in relaxing activities

Ex: She brought her lunch to eat during recess with her friends .
vacation [noun]

a span of time which we do not work or go to school, and spend traveling or resting instead, particularly in a different city, country, etc.

Ex: After working hard for months , I finally took a vacation to the mountains .

a part of a school day in which there is no class

Ex: She spent her free period in the library , reading for her next class .
break [noun]

a period of time during the school day when students are not in class, often used for relaxation, refreshment, or other activities

Ex: The school provides outdoor games for students to enjoy during break .

educational programs provided by colleges or universities to non-regular students

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a break in the school calendar, typically lasting for one week, occurring midway through a term or semester

Ex: Teachers assigned minimal homework over the half-term break to allow students to recharge and relax .

a paid leave from work, often taken every seven years, for study or personal growth

Ex:
exeat [noun]

a formal permission to be absent, especially from a school or other institution

Ex: The parents signed their child 's exeat form , indicating approval for them to attend a special event off campus .