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practicum

American  
[prak-ti-kuhm] / ˈpræk tɪ kəm /

noun

  1. (in a college or university) the part of a course consisting of practical work in a particular field.


Etymology

Origin of practicum

1900–05; < Latin, neuter of prācticus practic

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The research team also works to amplify younger voices in these discussions by facilitating a Restorative Community-Police Dialogue Circle practicum course for Seattle University students, now in its second year.

From Seattle Times Jun. 14, 2023

The proposal was part of a bail reform practicum within the criminal justice program at the law school.

From Fox News Jan. 24, 2022

I’m currently in teacher’s college, doing an in-person practicum at a high school.

From Slate Apr. 29, 2021

Fundamentals of seamanship, basic navigation, advanced navigation and junior practicum courses are all part of the school’s core curriculum.

From Washington Times Mar. 11, 2018

I’m in my last year, so it’s all practicum from now on.”

From Someone Comes to Town, Someone Leaves Town by Doctorow, Cory

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