A business meeting for training purposes or for discussing ideas.

1887, "special group-study class for advanced students," from German Seminar "group of students working with a professor," from Latin seminarium "breeding ground, plant nurser [..]

A teaching class, overseen by a lecturer, in which anything from half a dozen to about 35 student discuss do exercises. They're similar to tutorials but involve more students.  

meeting for holding discussions on a specific topic.

In English the word 'seminar' describes a classroom situation where students and a teacher engage in discussion. If peers are getting together to discuss a topic, it is a 'symposium', 'colloquium' or 'one-day conference'.

any meeting for an exchange of ideas a course offered for a small group of advanced students Seminar is, generally, a form of academic instruction, either at an academic institution or offered by a co [..]

n. Any assemblage of pupils for real research in some specific study under a teacher.

An interactive meeting for smaller groups of students. Formerly referred to as a 'tutorial' or 'workshop'.

Lecture and dialogue allowing participants to share experiences in a particular field under the guidance of an expert discussion leader.

Small meeting generally organized for educational or training purposes by an academic institution or a commercial or professional organization.

A one- or two-hour discussion session between an instructor or TA and small groups of students (15 - 25).

the segment of a course devoted to discussion, presentations, and group projects.

A seminar is similar to a tutorial, but usually with a bigger group of students. Seminars are common in postgraduate courses.

(n) any meeting for an exchange of ideas(n) a course offered for a small group of advanced students

A group of students who meet regularly for reports and discussion in an area of research under the guidance of a professor.

A class at university or college in which a small group of students is encouraged to engage in a discussion or debate.

brings together participants in an international group around a topic and provides a platform for discussion and to exchange good practices. The main differences to a training course are the shorter duration (less than 5 working days) and sometimes a more theoretical approach (less learning by doing). But in some cases it can be argued, whether a s [..]

A course, or portion of a course, taught through small group discussion or instruction.

Involves a small group of students engaged in advanced study and original research under a member of the faculty and meeting regularly to exchange information and hold discussions; highly focused and [..]

A seminar is a form of academic instruction in a small group focused on a particular topic and readings in which everyone is able to participate. As opposed to a lecture, the seminar is relatively inf [..]

these are usually less formal than lectures, providing the opportunity to ask detailed questions and debate themes and ideas.

A form of small group instruction, combining independent research and class discussions under the guidance of a professor.

A small class for discussing school work. Seminars are usually given in graduate classes.

A course offered to a small group of students who are typically more advanced and who meet with a professor to discuss specialized topics.[Back to Top]

A small discussion group that meets regularly and holds discussions on an assigned topic.

a small discussion group, composed of students and a tutor, that meets regularly and holds discussions on an assigned topic.

A gathering of a small group of students and a lecturer or tutor, and usually runs for 1-3 hours. A seminar usually includes a presentation by the lecturer or tutor or by a student or group of student [..]

the word seminar may mean different things across different Schools or Institutes. In general, a seminar is an opportunity to discuss a topic related to the teaching material in a module with an acade [..]

Academic courses characterized by intensive study, small groups and regular discussion.

an informal meeting in which participants share ideas, knowledge, and expertise under the supervision of a leader or presenter

see clinic

Meeting or workshop with educational slant.

A seminar presents results of a project in a pedagogic way. The number of participant is limited and well targeted.

A small group of students meeting regularly under the guidance of a tutor for study and discussion

A seminar provides for group exploration of material that has been set for prior study. It is typically found in advanced undergraduate or postgraduate teaching. It may be the only contact for a cours [..]

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