Definitions
- Describing activities that are related to the curriculum or academic subjects. - Referring to activities that complement or enhance the learning experience in school. - Talking about activities that are organized and supervised by the school or educational institution.
- Referring to activities that are outside the regular curriculum or academic subjects. - Describing activities that are not mandatory or graded but are pursued voluntarily by students. - Talking about activities that are often student-led and take place outside of school hours.
List of Similarities
- 1Both cocurricular and extracurricular activities are additional to the regular curriculum.
- 2Both types of activities provide opportunities for students to explore their interests and develop new skills.
- 3Both types of activities can contribute to a well-rounded education.
What is the difference?
- 1Relation to curriculum: Cocurricular activities are directly related to the curriculum and academic subjects, while extracurricular activities are not directly tied to the curriculum.
- 2Mandatory vs. voluntary: Cocurricular activities are often mandatory or strongly encouraged by the school, while extracurricular activities are voluntary and chosen by the students.
- 3Supervision: Cocurricular activities are usually organized and supervised by the school or educational institution, while extracurricular activities are often student-led.
- 4Timing: Cocurricular activities typically take place during regular school hours, while extracurricular activities are usually scheduled outside of school hours.
- 5Grading: Cocurricular activities may be graded or assessed as part of the curriculum, while extracurricular activities are generally not graded.
Remember this!
Cocurricular and extracurricular activities are both additional to the regular curriculum and provide opportunities for students to explore their interests and develop new skills. The main difference between them lies in their relation to the curriculum, mandatory vs. voluntary nature, supervision, timing, and grading.
