Cohort Programs - Blended Terminologies & Definitions

 

 

 

Term	Definition
Program Name	The official name of the learning program learners are enrolled in (e.g., New Leader Program).
Cohort Number	A group of learners starting and progressing through the program together, with specific start and end dates.
PR Code / Program Code	A unique identifier for each program (e.g., PR0000), used for tracking and management.
Brightspace / Learning Portal / Program Portal	The platform used to deliver and manage learning content, live sessions, assignments, and discussions.
Syllabus Tab	The main section in the learning portal where all course content is organized, including modules, recordings, and assignments.
Modules	Structured content sections within the syllabus tab, broken into sub-modules with timelines and materials.
Study Groups	A group of learners within the same program, organized to collaborate on activities that enhance peer engagement, critical thinking, and diverse perspectives.
Live Sessions	Scheduled online sessions (e.g., via Webex), with recordings available in the corresponding sub-module.
Simulation	An interactive learning tool that allows participants to apply business concepts to realistic challenges via a computer-based experience. Simulations incorporate game elements to enhance engagement and can be completed individually or in teams, asynchronously or live. Each session concludes with a virtual debrief to reinforce key learnings.
Capstone Project	A final project that applies program learning to address a real-world challenge or task.