pedagogy
noun/ˈpɛdəˌɡoʊdʒi/
Frequency rank: #11,521 most common English word
Meaning
The method, practice, or theory of teaching.
Example sentence
The professor's approach to pedagogy emphasized student participation over rote memorization.
Synonyms & related words
- teaching
- instruction
- education
- schooling
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