question-driven learning

noun

UK /ˈkwes.tʃən ˈdrɪv.ən ˈlɜː.nɪŋ/

US /ˈkwes.tʃən ˈdrɪv.ən ˈlɝː.nɪŋ/

Learning by asking questions to find answers.

In question-driven learning, the children asked why leaves change color and then looked for the answer.

SYNONYMS

inquiry-based learning curiosity-led learning question-based learning discovery learning

RELATED WORDS

curiosity inquiry exploration critical thinking research

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A teaching method where lessons start from students' own questions.

The teacher used question-driven learning to let students pick the topics they wanted to explore.

3. A way of studying where you keep asking why and how until you understand.

Her question-driven learning helped her understand the science project much better.

4. Learning that grows from wondering about the world.

Question-driven learning turned a simple walk in the park into a fun lesson about insects.