vestibule

n. a chamber that leads to a body cavity or that connects one cavity to another. The vestibule of the vagina is the cavity in the vulva, between the two labia minora, into which the vagina, urethra, and greater vestibular glands open. The vestibule of the inner ear is the cavity of the bony labyrinth that contains the utricle and saccule (the vestibular sacs) and is connected to the semicircular canals and cochlea. —vestibular adj.

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Psychology term of the day

May 8th 2024

cooperative learning

1. learning in small groups, to which each student in the group is expected to contribute using interpersonal skills and face-to-face interaction. Students also participate in regular assessment of the group process.

2. a formal method of acquiring information that combines knowledge obtained in a classroom setting with that obtained in a work or applied setting. Typically, the formal classroom aspect of instruction is focused specifically on the actual work experience. See also cooperative training.