Definition

A class or course that is taught through television broadcasts, often allowing students to learn from home.

Example

She enrolled in a telecourse to complete her degree while working full-time.

Conversation

Have you heard about that new telecourse on environmental science?

Yeah, I saw it advertised! It sounds really interesting.

I think it could be a great way to learn while at home.

Definitely! I love the idea of studying through a telecourse.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Telecourse → It is formed from "tele-" (from Greek "tēle", meaning far or at a distance) and "course" (from Latin "cursus", meaning a running or a course). The word "telecourse" refers to a course of study that is conducted over a distance, often through electronic means.

Memory Tip

Think of 'far' ('tele-') and a 'course' of study — a telecourse is a way to learn from a distance.

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