class work

[/klæs wɜrk/]
noun
trabalho de classe
1. Academic work or assignments completed by students during class time under the supervision of a teacher
The teacher collected the class work at the end of the lesson.
A professora recolheu o trabalho de classe ao final da aula.
2. Schoolwork done in the classroom as opposed to homework assigned for completion at home
Class work counts for 40% of your final grade.
O trabalho de classe conta para 40% da sua nota final.
3. In-class exercises, activities, or projects that contribute to student assessment
Today's class work involves group discussions and problem-solving activities.
O trabalho de classe de hoje envolve discussões em grupo e atividades de resolução de problemas.
In Brazilian schools, 'trabalho de classe' is a fundamental part of continuous assessment (avaliação contínua). Teachers often use class work as formative assessment to monitor student progress throughout the school year. In the USA, class work typically contributes significantly to overall grades alongside tests and homework. The emphasis on class work reflects the pedagogical shift toward ongoing evaluation rather than relying solely on major exams.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
class assignmentin-class workclassroom activityschoolwork
Antonyms / Antônimos
homeworkindependent study

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
trabalho de classe
Most common term used in Brazilian educational contexts
Brazil
atividade em sala de aula
Alternative phrase emphasizing classroom activities
Portugal
trabalho de aula
Slightly different phrasing but same concept in Portuguese schools
São Paulo
tarefas de classe
Alternative using 'tarefas' (tasks) more common in some regions

Related Words

homeworkassignmentexerciseassessmentgradeparticipation

Related Idioms & Phrases

to keep up with class work
to fall behind in class work
to excel at class work
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