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Topic: University

posttest

IPA: //ˈpoʊstˌtɛst//

KK: /ˈpoʊstˌtɛst/

noun

Definition: A test that is given to students after they have completed a lesson or course to see what they have learned.

Example: The teacher administered a posttest to evaluate the students' understanding of the material.

postulancy

IPA: //ˈpɒstjʊlənsi//

KK: /ˈpɑːstʃələnsɪ/

noun

Definition: The time or condition when someone is a candidate for a religious order or similar position.

Example: During her postulancy, she learned about the values and traditions of the community.

postulant

IPA: /ˈpɒstjʊlənt/

KK: /ˈpɑstjələnt/

noun

Definition: A person who is applying to join a religious group or order, often as a candidate for membership.

Example: The postulant spent a year in training before officially joining the monastery.

practicum

IPA: /ˈpræk.tɪ.kəm/

KK: /ˈpræk.tɪ.kəm/

noun

Definition: A course that allows students to apply what they have learned in a practical setting, often under supervision, especially in fields like education or healthcare.

Example: During my practicum, I gained valuable experience working with students in a classroom.

preadmission

IPA: /ˌpriːədˈmɪʃən/

KK: /priːədˈmɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of being accepted or allowed to enter a place, especially in a medical or educational context, before the official admission date.

Example: The hospital requires preadmission paperwork to be completed before the patient's scheduled surgery.

precalculus

IPA: /ˌpriːˈkæl.kjʊ.ləs/

KK: /priˈkæl.kjʊ.ləs/

adjective

Definition: This term refers to the mathematical concepts and skills that are necessary before studying calculus.

Example: Students often take a precalculus course to prepare for calculus.

noun

Definition: A subject in mathematics that prepares students for calculus by covering topics like functions, equations, and graphs.

Example: Many high schools offer precalculus as a way to prepare students for college-level calculus courses.

precentorship

IPA: //prɪˈsɛntərʃɪp//

KK: /prɪˈsɛntərʃɪp/

noun

Definition: The position or role of a precentor, who is responsible for leading the singing in a church or choir.

Example: The precentorship requires a strong understanding of music and leadership skills.

preceptor

IPA: //prɪˈsɛptər//

KK: /prɪˈsɛptər/

noun

Definition: A person who teaches or instructs others, especially in a specialized field like medicine or nursing.

Example: The preceptor guided the medical students through their practical training.

preceptorial

IPA: /prɪˈsɛptɔriəl/

KK: /priˈsɛptɔriəl/

adjective

Definition: Related to a teacher or instructor, especially one who guides students in their studies.

Example: The preceptorial system at the university encourages close interaction between students and their mentors.

noun

Definition: A type of college course that focuses on independent study, group discussions, and personal meetings with the instructor.

Example: The preceptorial allowed students to engage deeply with the material and receive personalized feedback from their professor.

preceptorship

IPA: //ˈpriː.sɛp.tɚ.ʃɪp//

KK: /ˈpriːˌsɛptərʃɪp/

noun

Definition: A time when a student, especially in medicine or nursing, learns by working with and being guided by an experienced professional in that field.

Example: During her preceptorship, she gained valuable hands-on experience in patient care.

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