A strong vocabulary is essential for a high standard of English.
A good vocabulary equals a high standard of:
The wider your vocabulary, the better your performance in exams (especially open cloze exercises)
When students learn new words, it is important for them to learn the correct pronunciation and word stress. The only way to do this is learn it from a native speaker.
Knowing a word is no use unless it can be produced in the correct context. When children learn words, they should learn structures which they are used in.
It is also very important to learn the different parts of speech which go with each new word.
For example:
"I am soooooo touched by the thoughtfulness and recognition that you bestowed upon Anthony. I have to say your love and dedication for students is unfathomable, and I can see God's grace in how you steer your students through their challenges, pursuits and most importantly, difficult times. "
-Edna (Parent of 3 students)
"Education is not about filling a bucket, but lighting a fire! "
- William Yeats