In education, some programs admit a group of learners as a cohort-they enter the program together, complete all classes together, and finish all course requirements simultaneously. An hour of scheduled instruction that a learner receives from an instructor. Continuing education Courses taken after a degree is earned. Instructional materials are primarily print-based. Course assignments and instructor feedback are exchanged by postal or electronic mail.
Students schedule exams at a pre-arranged test site under the supervision of an approved proctor.
Course A series of educational activities dealing with a subject and occurring over a defined amount of time. The activities may include lectures, discussions, simulations, various assignments, and tests and exams. A course realized through a class, which has a specific schedule. One course can therefore be offered in a number of classes, scheduled at different times. A course that is delivered on TV through a dedicated satellite link.