practical examination
[/ˈpræktɪkəl ɪɡˌzæmɪˈneɪʃən/]
nounpl: practical examinations
exame prático
1. a test or assessment in which a student demonstrates practical skills and knowledge by performing hands-on tasks or experiments rather than answering written or theoretical questions
The chemistry practical examination required students to conduct three different experiments within two hours.
O exame prático de química exigiu que os alunos realizassem três experimentos diferentes em duas horas.
2. a real-world performance assessment used to evaluate competency in a specific skill or profession
She passed the practical examination for her nursing license by demonstrating proper patient care procedures.
Ela passou no exame prático para sua licença de enfermagem demonstrando procedimentos adequados de cuidado ao paciente.
Practical examinations are highly valued in Brazilian and Portuguese educational systems, particularly in technical, health, and scientific fields. They reflect the educational emphasis on demonstrating real-world competency rather than theoretical knowledge alone. In both Brazil and Portugal, these assessments are crucial for professional licensing in fields like medicine, nursing, engineering, and trades.
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