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remedial program

[rɪˈmiːdiəl ˈproʊɡræm]
nounpl: remedial programs
programa de recuperação
1. An educational program designed to help students who are struggling with basic skills or academic performance by providing additional instruction and support
The school offers a remedial program for students who need extra help with reading and math.
A escola oferece um programa de recuperação para alunos que precisam de ajuda extra com leitura e matemática.
2. A course or series of courses intended to address deficiencies in specific subject areas
Students enrolled in the remedial program showed significant improvement by the end of the semester.
Alunos inscritos no programa de recuperação mostraram melhora significativa ao final do semestre.
Synonyms
remedial coursecatch-up programdevelopmental programsupport programtutoring program
Antonyms
advanced programhonors programgifted program

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
programa de recuperação
most common term
General Brazilian
aula de reforço
refers to reinforcement classes, similar concept
Portugal
programa de apoio
support program terminology
Portugal
aulas de compensação
compensation classes for struggling students

Related Idioms & Phrases

catch up with the class
bring up to speed
bridge the gap
level the playing field
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