coursework

[kawrs-wurk, kohrs-]

noun

1. the work required of a student in a particular course of study; classroom work.

2. curricular studies or academic work.

coursework

/ ˈkɔːsˌwɜːk /

noun

1. written or oral work completed by a student within a given period, which is assessed as an integral part of an educational course

Word History and Origins

Origin of coursework¹

course + work

Example Sentences

And virtually all school districts in the state — like others across the country — introduced online credit recovery that allows students to catch up quickly on missing credits for coursework.

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But the author of a critical Institute for Fiscal Studies report on education in Wales said more coursework could widen inequalities because it tended to favour children from more advantaged backgrounds.

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The other evaluates applicants using a comprehensive review process — including special talents, how a student compares to peers in their high school, and geographic location — in addition to grades and coursework.

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"The public is clear that coursework is too important to lose, even in the age of AI," Ms Duffy said.

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It took place at the Van Nuys Airport, which also is a local headquarters for Vista Aircraft Maintenance, a company that students visited as part of their coursework.

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