whole-person learning

noun

UK /həʊl ˈpɜːsən ˈlɜːnɪŋ/

US /hoʊl ˈpɜrsən ˈlɜrnɪŋ/

Learning that helps your brain, body, and feelings all grow together.

Our school uses whole-person learning, so we do art, sports, and sharing time, not just math.

SYNONYMS

holistic education whole-child learning integrated learning all-round education

RELATED WORDS

wellbeing social-emotional learning character education student-centered learning mindfulness

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A teaching approach that cares about a student's feelings and character, not only test scores.

Teachers who practice whole-person learning ask how kids feel before giving a quiz.

3. Learning that connects different subjects and real life instead of keeping them separate.

In whole-person learning, a cooking project can teach math, science, and teamwork.

4. Education that helps someone grow as a full human being, including values and creativity.

The camp's whole-person learning helped shy kids become confident speakers.