practical learning approach

[PRAK-ti-kul LUR-ning uh-PROHCH / pra-TI-ku uh-BOR-da-JEM prá-ti-ka du a-PREN-di-ZA-JEM]
noun phrasefemininepl: practical learning approaches / abordagens práticas de aprendizagem
abordagem prática de aprendizagem
1. An educational methodology that emphasizes hands-on experience, real-world application, and direct engagement with materials or situations rather than theoretical instruction alone
The school adopted a practical learning approach by having students conduct experiments in the laboratory instead of just reading textbooks.
A escola adotou uma abordagem prática de aprendizagem fazendo com que os estudantes conduzissem experimentos no laboratório em vez de apenas ler livros didáticos.
2. A teaching strategy that connects classroom content to everyday life and professional contexts to improve retention and understanding
Using a practical learning approach, the mathematics teacher showed students how to calculate interest rates for real bank accounts.
Usando uma abordagem prática de aprendizagem, o professor de matemática mostrou aos alunos como calcular taxas de juros para contas bancárias reais.
In Brazil, there has been increasing emphasis on practical learning approaches in recent educational reforms, particularly in technical and vocational education (Educação Profissional e Tecnológica). In the USA, especially in Silicon Valley and progressive schools, this approach aligns with the 'STEM education' movement and startup culture that values real-world problem-solving over theory. Both cultures recognize this method as essential for preparing students for the modern job market.
NYC Slang
hands-on learning / learning by doing
Synonyms / Sinônimos
hands-on learning approachexperiential learning methodapplied learning strategyactivity-based educationcompetency-based approach
Antonyms / Antônimos
theoretical learning approachlecture-based methodabstract learningpassive learningmemorization-focused approach

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
abordagem prática de aprendizagem
Most common and formal usage across Brazil
General Brazilian Portuguese (informal)
forma prática de aprender
Colloquial variation used in casual educational contexts
São Paulo
abordagem prática do ensino
Slightly more formal, common in academic institutions
Portugal
metodologia prática de aprendizagem
European Portuguese preference for 'metodologia' over 'abordagem'
Portugal (informal)
ensino prático
Abbreviated form used conversationally

Related Words

experiential learningproject-based learningvocational trainingskill developmentapprenticeshipcompetency

Related Idioms & Phrases

learning by doing
getting your hands dirty
learning on the job
trial and error method
putting theory into practice
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