Online Classes - Verb and Noun Patterns

help build = assist in building = contribute to building

Physical engagement with classmates and teachers can help build better relationships.

spend time commuting = devote time to travelling

Students had to spend two to four hours commuting in dense traffic.

find it convenient to = find it easier to = prefer to

Many students find it convenient to submit assignments online.

feel comfortable = feel at ease = feel relaxed

Students usually feel more comfortable at home.

achieve a work-life balance = strike a balance between work and life

They can now use that time to achieve a better work-life balance.

maintain good health = stay healthy = keep fit

They can play sports to maintain good health.

heavy traffic / dense traffic = congestion = traffic jams

Commuting by car causes heavy traffic in big cities.

boost creativity and concentration = enhance = improve

Students feel more comfortable at home, which in turn boosts their creativity and concentration.

a wide range of information = a variety of information = a wealth of information

Online learning gives students access to a wide range of information.

several pieces of equipment = various tools = several devices

Students need to buy several pieces of equipment for the lab course.

acquire less knowledge than = not learn as much as = learn less than

Emily argues that students in online classes acquire less knowledge than they would in person.