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在宅学習
zaitaku gakushū
home study
新型コロナウイルスの影響で在宅学習を始めました。
Due to the impact of the new coronavirus, I started home study.
formal
A form of education where students learn from home, typically using online resources or materials provided by schools.
コロナ禍以降、多くの学校で在宅学習が導入されました。
Since the COVID-19 pandemic, many schools have introduced home study.
在宅学習では、自宅のインターネット環境が重要です。
In home study, a home internet connection is crucial.
Often abbreviated as 在学 (ざいがく) in casual contexts, though 在宅学習 is the standard term.
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Distinguish from related terms
在宅学習 (home study) emphasizes learning from home, while オンライン学習 (online learning) focuses on the digital platform. Both can overlap but are not identical.
Gold Rule
Context matters
在宅学習 typically implies a structured educational program (e.g., school assignments), whereas 自宅学習 (self-study at home) is more informal and self-directed.
Word Origin
Composed of 在宅 (zaitaku, 'at home') and 学習 (gakushū, 'learning/study'). The term gained prominence during the COVID-19 pandemic as schools shifted to remote education.
Usage Notes
Used in both educational and corporate contexts. In schools, it often refers to structured programs with teacher oversight. In companies, it may describe employee training conducted remotely.
Word Breakdown
在宅
at home
noun学習
learning/study
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