Curriculum

/kəˈrɪkjʊləm/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The subjects comprising a course of study in a school or college.

The school is looking to improve its science curriculum to include more hands-on experiments.

The overall course of study offered by an educational institution.

The university's curriculum is designed to ensure students gain both theoretical and practical knowledge.

A particular educational program or plan of study.

The curriculum for the new engineering program includes advanced mathematics and computer science courses.

A set of courses constituting an area of specialization.

She enrolled in a curriculum focused on environmental sustainability to align with her career goals.

Derived from the Latin word curriculus, meaning 'a running, course, or career'.

curriculum vitae

A brief account of a person's education, qualifications, and previous experience, typically used when applying for a job.

hidden curriculum

The unwritten, unofficial, and often unintended lessons, values, and perspectives that students learn in school.

syllabus

A document that outlines the course structure, topics, and assignments.

instruction

The act of teaching or providing knowledge.

pedagogy

The method and practice of teaching, especially as an academic subject.

Cram school curriculum

Kids often end up buried in their cram school curriculum after regular school hours.

Tech curriculum

They've developed a tech curriculum to keep up with the latest coding trends.