I Variant
Read the text. Choose from (A—H) the one which best
fits each space (1—7). One choice is extra.
Every year, thousands of
international students consider studying abroad 1)____, with the hope of better educational and work
opportunities in the future. However, no matter whether you are looking for
online associate degrees, an MBA, or
language courses, obtaining a university education require 2)________ to
make sure the
experience is right
for you.
Looking to improve your language skills, but you don't
have the time to go overseas to attend a school? More and more universities
around the world are offering opportunities for students to obtain degrees
online (distance education) from the comfort
of their own
homes, and many
of these institutions are accredited, meaning 3) _______ .
If you decide to take language courses online (or any
subject for that matter), be sure to evaluate the benefits of studying
online 4)______. The advantages of
studying online are that the costs are usually lower, you can study at your own
pace, and you have access to the materials 24-hours-a-day 5)______ in the
world. However, you won't get
the human interaction
of meeting people face to face like you would if you were physically
attending a school overseas.
On the other hand, the advantages of going overseas
may include day-to-day
opportunities to learn a new culture, meet new friends 6)____________________ , and chances to see different parts of the
world. However, there may be a number of disadvantages for some including
expense, time away from one's school, family, or work life, and the challenge
of adapting to a new culture and way of life.
Whatever you do, consider a distance education programme
7)____ whether it is within your budget, and equally important, whether it
provides you with opportunities to grow beyond the classroom through cultural
and educational activities.
A that meets your
educational needs
B reviewed
and evaluated
C versus
going abroad
D with whom
you can use
and practise the
language
E from
almost any computer
F careful
planning and research
G to
pursue a university
degree
H that
they have met
certain standards of excellence
II Variant
Read the text.
Choose from (A—H) the one which best fits each space (1—7). One choice is
extra.
With thousands of English Language
Studying Programmes 1)____ students often have a difficult time
identifying the ideal programme for them.
So, in order to make
the right choice,
students should consider
a number of factors.
First, find a programme that will help you reach your
goals, whether they are for business, entrance to a university, or pleasure.
Look over the programme's website
and see if
you can find
a statement which
should reveal the programme's own goals. Ask for a copy of a class
syllabus to see 2)___.
Talk to current
or former students to see
what their experiences were like.
Second,
look into the teachers'
qualifications to see
not only 3) _______ but also what experiences they
have had working with international students. Do the teachers have experience
working overseas? Do they speak another language? If so, they might have a
better understanding of the educational backgrounds of their students. Third,
ask about the student composition of the programme. How many nationalities
are represented in
the classes? A broad mix of students
will give you a variety
of 4) _____and learn about
other foreign cultures.
However, even if there are students 5) _____ , you can
still have a very positive experience, especially if the teacher
encourages the use of English in class. On the other hand, don't choose a
programme solely based on
classroom composition. Remember
that you will
only be in
class a few hours
a day, so
you'll actually have
more time outside
of class 6) ______ , so
THAT is
your real classroom.
Then, compare the prices of programmes in the area you
want to live. Just remember that price is not the best indicator of a
programme's quality, though keep in mind that better and more experienced
instructors are often paid more, and thus,
the tuition reflects this. Also,
the school might provide good computer,
recreational, and educational
facilities 7)_____ to a good
learning atmosphere, and thus, this can be added to your tuition cost.
Thus, as the experience shows, you get
what you pay for.
A how long
they have been
teaching
B that can
contribute
C what will
be studied in
the class
D to interact
with people in the community
E high standards
of excellence
F opportunities to
speak English
G who
speak your language
H spread
out around the
world
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