independent study

noun

UK /ˌɪndɪˈpendənt ˈstʌdi/

US /ˌɪndɪˈpendənt ˈstʌdi/

Independent study is when you learn something by working on your own instead of in a regular class.

She chose independent study so she could learn about space at her own pace.

SYNONYMS

self-study self-directed learning solo learning individual study

RELATED WORDS

homework research project coursework distance learning

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A school course where a student works alone with a teacher's guidance.

He signed up for an independent study in history this semester.

3. The act of learning without a teacher watching over you.

Independent study helped her become more responsible.

4. A time set aside for studying on your own.

The library has a quiet room for independent study.