The term ‘discussion‘ comes from the Latin word ‘discussio,‘ meaning ‘to shake apart‘ or ‘to examine.‘ It is derived from ‘discutere,‘ which combines ‘dis-‘ (apart) and ‘quatere‘ (to shake). Over time, the term evolved to refer to the act of talking about a topic, especially in a detailed or analytic way.

The word ‘seminar‘ has its roots in the Latin ‘seminarium,‘ which translates to ‘seed bed‘ or ‘place where seeds are sown.‘ It is derived from ‘seminis,‘ meaning ‘seed.‘ In an academic context, it initially referred to a place where ideas and knowledge could grow and develop through discussion and collaboration.

When combined, ‘discussion seminar‘ denotes a format of learning or inquiry in which participants engage in dialogue to explore ideas, share perspectives, and deepen understanding of a particular subject or topic. The phrase emphasizes the interactive nature of the learning process, with participants actively contributing to the conversation.