practical learning
nounUK /ˈpræk.tɪ.kəl ˈlɜː.nɪŋ/
US /ˈpræk.tɪ.kəl ˈlɝː.nɪŋ/
Learning by doing things with your hands instead of just reading about them.
In science class, practical learning means planting seeds and watching them grow.
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2. A school subject where students do experiments or make things.
Our practical learning lesson today was building a small bridge out of sticks.
3. Gaining skills from real jobs rather than from books.
He learned carpentry through practical learning at his uncle's shop.
4. Training that focuses on real situations and useful skills.
The cooking course is all practical learning, so we cook every day.