courseware

noun

course·​ware ˈkȯrs-ˌwer How to pronounce courseware (audio)
: educational software

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The courseware grading system enforces the use of an unambiguous grading rubric, which furthers the bureaucratization of classroom life that helped to amplify grade inflation in the first place. — Ian Bogost, The Atlantic, 4 Nov. 2025 Originally known for its numerous textbook imprints, the world’s largest education company now delivers educational courseware, assessments, and a fleet of digital education modules. — Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune, 8 May 2024 In fact, according to a bookstore contract library compiled by SPARC, where commissions do differ between physical and digital products, college revenue share on courseware is significantly lower, often by as much as 50%. — Ryan Craig, Forbes, 29 Mar. 2024 See All Example Sentences for courseware

Word History

Etymology

course entry 1 + ware entry 1

First Known Use

1972, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of courseware was in 1972

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“Courseware.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/courseware. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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