Pedagogy

usgb/ˈpedəɡɑːdʒi/
noun

The way of teaching, or the study of teaching methods.

Her research focuses on the pedagogy of language teaching.
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Often appears as...

  • early childhood pedagogy
  • digital pedagogy

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Formal

Academic

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Academic Focus

Used mainly in educational and academic discussions, not casual conversation.

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During the conference, they debated various pedagogies for reading comprehension.
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Method Importance

Emphasizes the approach or strategy in teaching rather than the content.

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The school's pedagogy encourages students to be active learners.
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Research Application

Can refer to the study of teaching strategies, not just the strategies themselves.

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Her thesis explores the pedagogy behind online learning environments.
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