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1 | Discuss the questions with a partner. • How are theoretical and practical knowledge important for teens? • Which one do you like learning most? Why? flexible - able to change or to be changed easily according to the situation enrol - to put yourself or someone else onto the official list of members of a course, college or group

2 | Read the text and decide if the sentences are True, False or Not Given. Vocational schools, Trade schools and Career colleges are some of the names for vocational education. A recent report shows that a lot more people have started to enrol in trade and technical schools compared to past years. There are several reasons for such a change: - Such schools usually offer far shorter and more flexible programs than those offered at universities or four-year college education. - In vocational schools, the main focus is on practical skills. Students spend a lot of time learning hard skills that are useful for their jobs. This makes them more ready to start working and earning money. For older people, who want to change careers or to learn a new skill but don't have four years for a bachelor's degree, vocational education is just as effective as it is for younger people. For them, vocational schools are easily the best choice. - In vocational programs, students and teachers are part of the same industry. For example, in culinary school, students connect with others who love food and are starting careers in food service. Also, their teachers are experienced chefs. This network helps with support, advice and even job opportunities in the future. This is by far the best side of such schools for people who need to start their career as soon as possible. - Trade schools often organise different events that bring people the same interests together. These events help students make friends and practise important social skills. Building social skills is nearly as important as learning hard skills. It helps them build better net and find jobs easily when they graduate from school.

| 1. In the past, fewer people showed interest in vocational schools. 2. In vocational schools, students learn theory more than practical skill 3. Older people can benefit from vocational schools if they don't have bachelor's degree. 4. Graduating from vocational schools might guarantee an early career start. 5. Events by trade schools are often organised in different locations. |