rule-based learning

noun
UK /ˈruːl beɪst ˈlɜːnɪŋ/
US /ˈruːl beɪst ˈlɝːnɪŋ/

Learning that follows clear rules to know what to do.

The robot uses rule-based learning to sort the blocks by color.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A computer method that makes choices using if-then rules.

The game's enemy uses rule-based learning to chase the player.

3. A teaching style where students follow set steps to solve problems.

Her math class uses rule-based learning for long division.

4. A way of training a system with fixed rules instead of examples.

The spell checker relies on rule-based learning to catch typos.