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hands-on learning

[/hændz-ɑn ˈlɜrnɪŋ/]
noun
aprendizagem prática
1. A method of education or training where students learn by doing, directly engaging with materials, tools, or activities rather than just listening to lectures or reading
The science class uses hands-on learning with experiments and laboratory work.
A aula de ciências usa aprendizagem prática com experimentos e trabalho de laboratório.
2. Educational approach that emphasizes practical experience and direct participation in activities
Hands-on learning helps students retain information better than traditional lectures.
A aprendizagem prática ajuda os alunos a reter melhor a informação do que aulas tradicionais.
Synonyms
experiential learningactive learningpractical learninglearning by doingaprendizagem experiencialaprendizagem ativaaprendizagem por experiência
Antonyms
theoretical learningpassive learninglecture-based learningaprendizagem teóricaaprendizagem passiva

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
aprendizagem prática
most common term in Brazilian Portuguese education context
São Paulo
aprendizagem mão na massa
informal colloquial variant, literally 'learning with hands in the dough'
Portugal
aprendizagem prática
standard term used in Portuguese education
General Brazilian
aprendizagem por experiência
alternative formal term

Related Idioms & Phrases

learning by doing
aprender fazendo
get your hands dirty
sujar as mãos
learn the ropes
aprender na prática
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