This glossary can help you prepare for the IELTS writing tasks related to the Living in the global world.
abroad
adverb
In or to a foreign country or countries.
Example: Studying abroad has become very common in the last few years.
brain drain
noun phrase
The emigration of highly trained or qualified people from a particular country.
Example: Another potential drawback is the phenomenon of 'brain drain'.
developing country
noun phrase
A poor agricultural country that is seeking to become more advanced economically and socially.
Example: Students from developing countries who go to Western countries for teacher training are often taught to use teaching techniques that are suitable for small classes.
drawback
noun
A feature that renders something less acceptable; a disadvantage or problem.
Example: Another potential drawback is the phenomenon of 'brain drain'.
furthermore
adverb
In addition; besides (used to introduce a fresh consideration in an argument).
Example: Furthermore, most find ways of adapting what they have learned to their home context.
international students
noun phrase
Any student who is not a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident of the United States is considered an international student.
Example: One potential drawback is that the instruction international students receive may not be relevant to their home contexts.
invest
verb
Put (money) into financial schemes, shares, property, or a commercial venture with the expectation of achieving a profit.
Example: Moreover, many governments are willing to invest huge sums of money in sponsoring their young people to study in universities overseas.
overseas
adverb
In or to a foreign country, especially one across the sea.
Example: Moreover, many governments are willing to invest huge sums of money in sponsoring their young people to study in universities overseas.
phenomenon
noun
A fact or situation that is observed to exist or happen, especially one whose cause or explanation is in question.
Example: Another potential drawback is the phenomenon of 'brain drain'.
sacrifice
noun
An act of slaughtering an animal or person or surrendering a possession as an offering to a deity.
Example: Many students and their families clearly consider the experience worth the sacrifices involved.
sponsor
verb
Provide funds for (a project or activity or the person carrying it out).
Example: Moreover, many governments are willing to invest huge sums of money in sponsoring their young people to study in universities overseas.
study
verb
Apply oneself to study.
Example: Studying abroad has become very common in the last few years.
teaching techniques
noun phrase
A teaching method comprises the principles and methods used by teachers to enable student.
Example: Students from developing countries who go to Western countries for teacher training are often taught to use teaching techniques that are suitable for small classes.
western country
noun phrase
The Western world, also known as the West, refers to various regions, nations and states, depending on the context, most often consisting of the majority of Europe, North America and Australasia.
Example: Students from developing countries who go to Western countries for teacher training are often taught to use teaching techniques that are suitable for small classes.