Academic period Crossword Clue

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This time we bring you information about the crossword clue Academic period that was published at Penny dell crossword puzzle page.

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

The clue for today's crossword puzzle is "Academic period" and the answer is "SEMESTER".

Let's break down why this clue has this answer:

1. Academic: The word "academic" in the clue indicates that we are looking for a term related to education or school.
2. Period: The word "period" implies a specific timeframe or duration.
3. In the context of education, an academic period refers to a specific segment of the school year during which classes are held.
4. SEMESTER: This word fits perfectly with the given clue as it specifically refers to a division of the academic year into two separate sessions.
5. Each semester typically lasts for about 15-18 weeks and offers a set of courses for students to enroll in.
6. The first semester often begins in late summer or early fall, while the second semester usually starts in January or February.
7. During a semester, students attend classes, complete assignments, and take examinations.

In summary, the answer to the clue "Academic period" is SEMESTER, which accurately reflects the educational context of dividing the school year into two distinct sessions.

More Answers:

• SEMESTER
• TERM
• YEAR

Definition of "SEMESTER"

a half-year term in a school or university, especially in North America, typically lasting for fifteen to eighteen weeks

Example :

the opening week of Harvard's autumn semester

 The Crossword clue "Academic period" published 31 time/s & has 3 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
Penny dell	19 June 2019	SEMESTER
USA Today	18 May 2019	TERM
The Sun Two Speed	5 February 2019	SEMESTER
Newsday.com	10 June 2018	TERM
The Telegraph - Quick	21 March 2018	TERM
The Washington Post	20 August 2016	TERM
Family Time Crossword	17 July 2016	TERM
L.A. Times Daily	28 June 2015	TERM
Jonesin Crosswords	30 September 2014	TERM
Jonesin	25 September 2014	TERM
Wall Street Journal	3 February 2014	TERM
Universal	16 April 2012	TERM