Academic Collocations – Technology Practice Worksheet
Academic Collocations – Technology Practice Worksheet
Part A: Matching Exercise – Collocation & Meaning
Instructions: Match the collocation in Column A with its correct meaning in Column B. Write the correct letter (A–M) next to each number.
Column A – Collocation Column B – Meaning
1. Advance in technology | A. Add modern tools or devices to the education system |
2. Digital divide | B. Dramatic change in industries caused by innovation |
3. Internet penetration | C. Teach people how to use digital tools effectively |
4. Online learning platforms | D. Progress or improvement in tools and systems |
5. Technological disruption | E. Ensure safety of user data and personal information |
6. Bridge the digital gap | F. Reduce inequality in access to digital resources |
7. Promote digital literacy | G. Systems or websites used for delivering digital education |
8. Embrace new technologies | H. Take action against online data attacks |
9. Integrate technology into education | I. Begin using new tools or methods confidently |
10. Protect user privacy | J. The extent to which people are connected to the internet |
11. Address cybersecurity threats | K. Teach and encourage safe and smart use of digital content |
12. Automate processes | L. Use technology to perform tasks without human effort |
13. Drive technological innovation | M. Be a leader in creating or improving digital tools |
Part B: Gap-Fill – Collocations in Context
Instructions: Fill in the blanks using the correct collocations from the box. You may need to change verb forms where necessary.
Word Bank:
advance in technology – bridge the digital gap – embrace new technologies – online learning platforms – internet penetration – promote digital literacy – integrate technology into education – drive technological innovation – protect user privacy – automate processes – digital divide – technological disruption – address cybersecurity threats
1. Recent ___________________________ have allowed surgeons to perform remote operations.
2. Many rural schools are unable to use e-learning due to the ___________________________.
3. The Ministry of Education plans to ___________________________ to make classrooms more engaging.
4. The government must act quickly to ___________________________ by improving internet infrastructure.
5. Organizations must invest in firewalls to ___________________________.
6. Students now use ___________________________ to attend international courses from home.
7. It is essential to ___________________________ to prepare students for the digital economy.
8. Many factories have chosen to ___________________________ to improve productivity and reduce labor costs.
9. Higher ___________________________ has led to a boom in remote work opportunities.
10. Companies that fail to adapt to ___________________________ may be left behind in competitive markets.
11. As AI continues to grow, experts must work hard to ___________________________ and avoid misuse.
12. Countries that invest in R&D tend to ___________________________ and boost their economies.
13. Teachers are encouraged to ___________________________ to make learning more interactive.