concept-driven method
noun phraseUK /ˈkɒn.sept ˈdrɪv.ən ˈmeθ.əd/
US /ˈkɑːn.sept ˈdrɪv.ən ˈmeθ.əd/
A way of doing something that starts with a big idea.
The teacher used a concept-driven method to help students understand how plants grow.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A teaching style that builds lessons around big ideas instead of isolated facts.
In a concept-driven method, students explore the idea of fairness before learning about laws.
3. A design process where the main idea guides every choice.
The architect used a concept-driven method, so every room reflected the theme of light.
4. A way of solving problems by focusing on the core idea first.
Using a concept-driven method, the team agreed on the main goal before picking tools.