course session
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Definition
Noun A course session is a single, scheduled meeting or class period that is part of a larger educational course or program of study. It refers to a specific instance of instruction, such as a lecture, seminar, or lab, held at a designated time.
Usage
The term "course session" is used to refer to an individual class meeting within a series. It is a formal term common in academic and institutional contexts.
Examples
- Students are expected to attend every course session to keep up with the material.
- The syllabus lists the topics to be covered in each course session.
- Please complete the reading before the next course session on Friday.
Advanced Usage
- "to miss a course session": To be absent from a scheduled class.
- If you must miss a course session, notify the instructor in advance.
- "the final course session": The last scheduled meeting of a class.
- The final course session will be dedicated to project presentations.
Variants and Related Words
- Class session: A very close synonym, often used interchangeably with "course session."
- Lecture: A type of course session where the primary activity is instruction from the professor.
- Seminar: A type of course session focused on discussion and interaction.
- Lab (Laboratory) session: A type of course session involving practical, hands-on work.
Synonyms
- Class meeting
- Instructional period
- Lesson (though "lesson" can refer more to the content than the scheduled time)
Antonyms
- Break
- Holiday
- Recess
Noun
- a regularly scheduled session as part of a course of study