Educational method

Educational method (hereinafter, the Method) is a method used in education. The Methods can be divided in three groups: (a) conceptual instruction, (b) practical instruction, and (c) active learning.

Conceptual instruction

(sometimes, referred as direct instruction) such as lecturing, demonstrating, storytelling, and self-directed learning of target concepts

Lecturing

Concept demonstrating

Practical instruction

such as hands-on training, directed research, and formative assessment such as structured feedback or debriefing

Active learning

(or discovery learning) such as discussion, observation (both unstructured observation and place-based education), and project-based learning (or maker education).