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introductory instruction

[ɪn.trə.ˈdʌk.tər.i ɪnˈstrʌk.ʃən]
nounpl: introductory instructions
instrução introdutória
1. Basic or preliminary teaching designed to familiarize someone with the fundamentals of a subject before advancing to more complex material
The course begins with introductory instruction on basic coding principles.
O curso começa com instrução introdutória sobre princípios básicos de programação.
2. Elementary guidance or direction given at the beginning of a process or activity
New employees receive introductory instruction on company policies.
Os novos funcionários recebem instrução introdutória sobre as políticas da empresa.
Synonyms
basic instructionpreliminary teachingfoundational guidanceelementary instructionorientation instruction
Antonyms
advanced instructionspecialized instructionexpert-level teaching

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
instrução introdutória
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
aula introdutória
Alternative using 'aula' (class/lesson) in educational contexts
Portugal
instrução introdutória
Formal usage in Portuguese education system

Related Idioms & Phrases

getting your feet wet
learning the ropes
starting from scratch
primer course
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