ToolsEssential Vocabulary on a Topic

How To Use the Essential Vocabulary on a Topic tool

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Add a Topic

To get started, simply type the topic you want your students to explore into the designated input box. The tool works with a wide range of topics, from everyday themes to specialized academic subjects.

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Select the Part of Speech and Level

Next, choose the part of speech you want to focus on, such as nouns, verbs, adjectives, phrases, idioms, phrasal verbs, or any. Then, select the appropriate level for your students based on CEFR levels, grade, or age group. This ensures that the vocabulary is suitable for their proficiency level.

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Generate the Vocabulary List

Click "Do the magic!" and let the vocabulary generator create a list of essential words and phrases related to your chosen topic. The tool quickly compiles relevant vocabulary to help structure your lesson.

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Review and Use the List

Use the vocabulary list in other Twee tools to create engaging exercises, such as fill-in-the-gap tasks, word-definition matching activities, or sentence-generation exercises. This ensures that students interact with the vocabulary in different ways for deeper learning.

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