curriculum
UK: kəˈrɪk.jə.ləm | US: kəˈrɪk.jə.ləm
n. the subjects comprising a course of study in a school or college
n. a set of courses or a plan of study in a particular field
The word "curriculum" originates from Latin currere (to run), metaphorically extended to mean "a course" or "a race." The suffix -iculum denotes a place or instrument associated with the root action. Historically, it referred to a chariot racing track (curriculum in Latin), later evolving into the modern sense of an educational "course" of study, reflecting the progression through a structured path.
The school updated its science curriculum to include coding.
She designed a new curriculum for adult learners.
The national curriculum emphasizes critical thinking skills.
Universities often revise their curricula to reflect industry trends.
Parents reviewed the preschool curriculum before enrollment.