modular learning

[ˈmɒdjələr ˈlɜːrnɪŋ]
noun
aprendizagem modular
1. An educational approach where learning content is organized into independent, self-contained units or modules that can be studied separately and in any order
Modular learning allows students to progress at their own pace through different subject modules.
A aprendizagem modular permite que os alunos progridam no seu próprio ritmo através de diferentes módulos temáticos.
2. A system of education where courses are divided into discrete modules that can be completed independently and combined to create customized learning paths
The university switched to modular learning to give students more flexibility in choosing their courses.
A universidade adotou a aprendizagem modular para dar aos alunos mais flexibilidade na escolha dos seus cursos.
Modular learning has gained significant traction in Brazil as educational institutions seek to modernize curricula and provide more flexible pathways for diverse learners. This approach aligns with the global shift toward personalized education and is particularly prominent in distance learning and online education platforms in both Brazil and Portugal. In the USA, modular learning represents a departure from traditional semester-based structures and is increasingly implemented to accommodate diverse student needs and career pathways.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
modular educationmodule-based learningblock learningunit-based instruction
Antonyms / Antônimos
linear learningsequential learningtraditional education

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
aprendizagem modular
Most common term used in Brazilian educational institutions and literature
São Paulo
educação modular / aprendizado por módulos
Commonly used in corporate training contexts in São Paulo
Portugal
aprendizagem modular / educação modular
Standard term used in Portuguese educational contexts
General USA
modular learning / modular instruction
Widely adopted in K-12 and higher education reform initiatives

Related Words

learning modulemicrolearningdistance learningonline educationself-paced learningcompetency-based learning

Related Idioms & Phrases

break down into modules
bite-sized learning
self-contained units of instruction
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