🇫🇷French Source WordCode: FR

Pédagogie

Pronunciation / Transliteration: peh-dah-go-gee

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Pedagogy/ˈpɛd.əˌɡɒdʒ.i/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇫🇷 Example Sentence in French:

"La pédagogie est essentielle pour le développement des compétences des élèves."

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    The method and practice of teaching, especially as an academic subject or theoretical concept.

    "The university offers a course in pedagogy that explores various teaching methods."
  2. 2

    The art or profession of teaching; the principles and methods of instruction.

    "Effective pedagogy requires understanding the needs of students."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'pedagogy' originates from the Greek word 'paidagogos', which referred to a slave who led children to school. Over time, it evolved to encompass the art and science of teaching, particularly in formal educational settings.

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