vocabulary development   Introduction The following set of learning materials in vocabulary development will introduce the user to some of the key areas related to effective vocabulary learning. These include features that affect the formation and use of words in English and different techniques for extending vocabulary. All of the activities are linked with reflection and practice.   Top   Learning Objectives To help the user to develop a range of techniques and strategies for effective vocabulary learning To increase the user's overall confidence in understanding and using more advanced English vocabulary from a range of contexts To expand the user's productive vocabulary range To enable the user to recognise how words are constructed To provide the user with practice in using online tools to increase their understanding of how vocabulary is used To develop the user's understanding of the use of phrasal verbs and idiomatic language To help the user learn to recognise and use abstract vocabulary effectively Top   Language Prerequisite This learning material is designed for users who have already demonstrated competence in their English language abilities and who consider themselves to have an intermediate to advanced level of English.   Top   Table of Contents Introduction to vocabulary learning  Outline - You are going to focus on some basic strategies which you can use to improve the way you approach vocabulary learning. Introduction to abstract vocabulary   Outline - In these activities, you will look at the complexities involved in understanding and using abstract vocabulary in English. Forming words with prefixes and suffixes   Outline - You will develop your awareness of how affixes are used to form words in English. Using idiomatic language   Outline - In these activities, you will examine how idiomatic expressions are used in English and practise using idioms in an appropriate context. Homophones, homonyms and homographs   Outline - You will study examples of these special kinds of words and practise correcting common mistakes in this area. Using online concordances to improve your vocabulary   Outline - In these activities, you will be introduced to an online tool that can be useful in language study. You will practise using it to locate examples of vocabulary as used in current-day contexts. General business vocabulary  Outline - Business vocabulary has reached into many areas of professional and everyday life. In these activities you will explore the use of some of this vocabulary. The importance of semi-technical vocabulary   Outline -These learning activities will enable you to practise identifying a range of useful semi-technical vocabulary found across different topic areas. Stylistic effects of abstract vocabulary   Outline - You will be introduced to vocabulary which is commonly used to help express ideas in a more sophisticated style of English. The structure, meaning and use of phrasal verbs   In these activities, you will review some of the rules for using phrasal verbs appropriately and compare their more formal and informal usage. Top   Duration up to 7.5 hours for 10 Learning Objects Top