core-firstmethod

noun

UK /kɔː fɜːst ˈmɛθəd/

US /kɔːr fɜːrst ˈmɛθəd/

A way of doing something where you start with the most important part first.

The teacher used a core-first method to help us learn the main idea before the details.

SYNONYMS

main-idea-first approach essentials-first method priority-first strategy foundation-first technique

RELATED WORDS

core method priority foundation approach

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A teaching plan that introduces the central concept before extra information.

With the core-first method, the class learned the big rule before trying examples.

3. A building or making process that finishes the key structure before adding extras.

They built the house using a core-first method, so the walls went up before the decorations.

4. A problem-solving style that fixes the biggest issue before small ones.

Her core-first method meant she repaired the broken wheel before cleaning the bike.