Lesson 30: Satellite Campuses Expand Rural Education

LET'S UNLOCK WORDS AND PHRASES 🔐

hospitability

[ hos-pih-'tab-ih-luh-tee ]

- user-friendliness or adaptability

The hospitability of the library’s new digital catalog made it easier for students to find books.

housing

[ 'hou-zing ]

- accommodation for students

New housing near the campus is making college life more comfortable for students.

inhabitant

[ in-'hab-i-tuhnt ]

- person living in a specific place

The inhabitants of the town celebrated the opening of the new school.

item

[ 'ahy-tuhm ]

- a single product or unit

The most essential item for students was a reliable internet connection.

landing

[ 'lan-ding ]

- introduction or arrival of something

The landing of a new educational policy improved access to resources.

luxury

[ 'luhk-shuh-ree, 'luhg-zhuh- ]

- something adding comfort or indulgence

High-end study tools, like noise-canceling headphones, are considered a luxury for many students.

mill

[ mil ]

- facility for processing materials

The local mill began producing paper for textbooks to support nearby schools.

mortgage

[ 'mawr-gij ]

- loan for property purchase

Low-interest mortgages have made student housing more affordable for families.

navigation

[ nav-i-'gey-shuhn ]

- tools or methods for finding a path

Navigation apps help students locate their classrooms on large campuses.

orbit

[ 'awr-bit ]

- central focus or surrounding theme

Discussions about modernizing education often orbit around technology.

property

[ 'prop-er-tee ]

- school buildings or grounds

The university expanded its property to include a new science lab.

real estate

[ 'ree-uhl, reel ih-'steyt ]

- business of buying or selling property

Real estate near satellite campuses is becoming more valuable.

rep

[ rep ]

- representative of a school or company

The school rep explained the benefits of enrolling in the new program.

satellite

[ 'sat-l-ahyt ]

- secondary locations connected to a main one

The satellite library provided access to rare books for students in remote areas.

trade imbalance

[ treyd im-'bal-uhns ]

- unequal levels of imports and exports

The trade imbalance in technology costs affects rural school budgets.

transmission

[ trans-'mish-uhn, tranz- ]

- transfer of knowledge or information

The smooth transmission of live lectures improved student engagement.

LET'S LISTEN! 🎧

Direction: Listen to the news and answer the comprehension questions below.

Lesson 30

COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS

1. What tools are helping rural students in Japan?

2. Where is the example satellite campus located?

3. What are local mills producing?

4. What gap are officials trying to close?

LET'S PRACTICE 🎬

SITUATION

You are a school principal planning to improve education in your rural community.
TASKS

Task 1: Discuss with your team how new satellite campuses and better tools (e.g., navigation, transmission, housing) can help students in your area. Use the vocabulary words in your discussion.

Task 2: Meet with local government officials to explain the benefits of funding property expansions and reducing trade imbalances in educational supplies. Use at least five vocabulary words in your explanation.

Task 3: Work with your staff to create a plan that includes satellite campuses, affordable housing for students, and modern tools for better education. Highlight how these changes will support local inhabitants.

LET'S DISCUSS

How can satellite campuses help students go to school easily?
Why should schools be cheaper for families?
How does using technology make learning better for students far from cities?
Why is it good to have schools in small towns?
How do computers or online classes help kids in rural areas?