1. A procedure, technique, or approach that deviates from established, conventional, or officially accepted standards or norms
The researcher used a non-standard method to analyze the data, which raised questions during peer review.
O pesquisador utilizou um método não-padrão para analisar os dados, o que levantou questões durante a revisão pelos pares.
2. An unconventional or alternative approach that is not officially recognized or widely adopted
Some teachers employ non-standard methods in the classroom to engage students more effectively.
Alguns professores empregam métodos não-padrão na sala de aula para envolver os alunos de forma mais eficaz.