home study

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home study

A student completes a home study course at the kitchen table.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A course of study carried out at home rather than in a classroom: "Home study" refers to an educational program where the primary learning activities are completed in a personal residence, independently or with remote guidance, instead of attending a traditional school or classroom setting.
Usage
  • "Home study" is used as a singular, countable noun. It describes the overall program or method of learning.
  • It is often associated with distance learning, homeschooling, or correspondence courses where formal instruction is delivered to the student's home.
Examples
  • Noun:
    • She completed her high school diploma through a home study program.
    • The university offers a home study option for working professionals.
    • Home study requires a great deal of self-discipline and motivation.
Advanced Usage
  • "to undertake a home study": to begin or enroll in a program of home study.
    • He decided to undertake a home study to improve his qualifications while caring for his family.
Variants and Related Words
  • Home schooling (n): The education of children at home by their parents or tutors, rather than in a public or private school. (Note: This is a related but distinct concept; "home study" is broader and can apply to any age).
  • Distance learning (n): A method of studying where the student and teacher are separated by space, often using technology. Home study is a common form of distance learning.
  • Correspondence course (n): A course of study in which the student communicates with the school or teacher by mail or electronically. This is a traditional type of home study.
Synonyms
  • Independent study: A course of study where a student learns independently, often with minimal supervision.
  • Self-study: The process of studying a subject on one's own, without direct supervision from a teacher.
Related Phrases
  • Home study materials: The books, online resources, or kits provided for a home study course.
    • The home study materials arrived in a large box.
  • Home study provider: An institution or organization that designs and administers home study programs.
    • It is important to choose an accredited home study provider.
home study

A student completes a home study course at the kitchen table.

Noun
  1. a course of study carried out at home rather than in a classroom