Lernrückstand
learning gap, academic backlog
noun LAIRN-ruek-shtahnt Rare
Usage Note
Lernrückstand describes the gap that opens when a student falls behind the expected curriculum level. The term became prominent during pandemic school closures: Lernrückstände aufholen means to catch up on lost learning.
Examples
"Die Lernrückstände während der Pandemie werden erst nach Jahren vollständig aufgeholt sein."
Natural Translation
The learning gaps from the pandemic will not be fully caught up for years.
Literal Translation
The learning-backlogs during the pandemic will only be fully caught up after years.
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