Teaching Methods

adjective relating to or characteristic of an autocrat; dictatorial

• The autocratic ruler made all decisions without consulting anyone else.
• The boss is so autocratic, he never listens to anyone's ideas.
• My mom can be really autocratic when it comes to cleaning my room.
• The autocratic grip of fear held the town in its clutches.

noun a talk or lecture that is informal or spontaneous, often given using a chalkboard or visual aids

• During the conference, the expert delivered a detailed chalk talk on the latest advancements in artificial intelligence.
• Hey, do you want to grab a coffee and go over that chalk talk presentation together?
• I totally aced that chalk talk in class today, no sweat!
• The CEO's speech was like a chalk talk, breaking down complex ideas into simple concepts for everyone to understand.

noun an economic system in which transactions between private parties are free from government intervention such as regulations, privileges, tariffs, and subsidies

• The government's laissez faire approach to regulating the economy has been criticized by some experts.
• The boss has a hands-off, laissez faire attitude when it comes to managing the team.
• I'm all about that laissez faire life - just let things happen on their own.
• Her laissez faire attitude towards relationships often leads to misunderstandings and conflicts.

verb to give a speech or talk to an audience, typically in a formal or instructive manner

• The professor spent the entire class lecturing on the importance of ethics in business.
• My mom won't stop lecturing me about cleaning my room.
• I can't stand when my boss starts lecturing us about punctuality.
• The rain was relentless, lecturing the earth on the need for nourishment.

noun a touch that is gentle or delicate

adjective describing the type of touch as gentle or delicate

• The artist applied a light touch to the delicate painting, ensuring not to damage the intricate details.
• When giving a massage, remember to use a light touch on the sensitive areas.
• She gave the car a light touch with the sponge to clean off the dirt.
• His words had a light touch, gently guiding her towards a decision without being forceful.

noun a tangible item used to demonstrate or illustrate a concept or idea

• The teacher used the experiment as an object lesson to illustrate the concept of gravity.
• The failed science experiment was definitely an object lesson on what not to do.
• That embarrassing moment was a real object lesson in humility.
• The team's defeat served as an object lesson in the importance of teamwork.

noun the method and practice of teaching, especially as an academic subject or theoretical concept

• The professor's teaching style is deeply rooted in the principles of pedagogy.
• The teacher's pedagogy really helped me understand the material better.
• I can't stand the pedagogy of that new math teacher.
• The pedagogy of this leadership training program is like planting seeds of knowledge in fertile minds.

noun a person who travels from place to place

adjective relating to or characterized by walking or traveling from place to place

• The peripatetic nature of his job required him to travel constantly.
• She's a peripatetic soul, always on the move and exploring new places.
• I envy those peripatetic freelancers who get to work from anywhere in the world.
• His peripatetic mind wandered from one idea to the next, never staying focused on one thing for long.

noun the quality of being permissive or allowing freedom of behavior, especially in moral or social standards

• The permissiveness of the new company policies has led to increased productivity among employees.
• The teacher's permissiveness with late assignments is a relief for students who struggle to meet deadlines.
• His permissiveness with letting us borrow his car is a game-changer for our weekend plans.
• The permissiveness of nature allows for the growth of all kinds of plants in the wild.

verb to communicate or explain something clearly and effectively

adverb in a way that is easily understood or accepted

• During the presentation, the speaker was able to put across his ideas clearly and concisely.
• I tried to put across my point of view, but no one seemed to be listening.
• She really knows how to put her thoughts across in a way that everyone can understand.
• The artist used vibrant colors to put across the feeling of joy in her painting.

noun a close and harmonious relationship in which the people or groups involved understand each other's feelings or ideas and communicate well

• Building a strong rapport with clients is essential for a successful business relationship.
• I feel like we really hit it off and have a good rapport.
• We vibe well together, our rapport is on point.
• The rapport between the two countries has improved significantly since the peace treaty.

noun a follower or advocate of the philosophical methods of Socrates

adjective relating to or characteristic of the ancient Greek philosopher Socrates or his methods of questioning

• The Socratic method is a form of cooperative argumentative dialogue to stimulate critical thinking.
• My philosophy professor loves using the Socratic method in class.
• I totally bombed that Socratic seminar today.
• The author's writing style is often described as Socratic, challenging readers to think deeply about the themes.

noun a utensil consisting of a small, shallow bowl on a handle, used in eating, stirring, and serving food

verb to feed (someone) by using a spoon to give them small amounts of food

• The teacher believes in challenging students to think critically rather than spoon feed them information.
• I don't need you to spoon feed me the answer, I can figure it out on my own.
• Stop spoon feeding me, I'm not a baby!
• The new software program is designed to spoon feed users with step-by-step instructions.

noun the rear part of a ship or boat

adjective having a serious and strict manner or attitude

• The teacher's stern expression indicated that she was not pleased with the students' behavior.
• My mom gave me a stern warning about coming home late again.
• The security guard was looking stern AF when I tried to sneak into the concert.
• The storm clouds gathered in a stern display of nature's power.

noun a person who instructs others in a particular subject or skill

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence

• I teach in the mathematics department at the university.
• My mom used to teach in the same school I attend.
• I heard she teaches in a really cool way that makes learning fun.
• His actions teach in a way that words cannot express.

adverb a word or phrase that modifies or qualifies an adjective, verb, or other adverb

preposition a word governing, and usually preceding, a noun or pronoun and expressing a relation to another word or element in the clause

• I need to catch up on my reading before the exam.
• I have to get caught up on my shows this weekend.
• I gotta brush up on my skills before the competition.
• She needs to stay up on the latest trends to remain relevant in the industry.

adverb in a harsh or rough manner

• The professor spoke abrasively to the students during the lecture.
• She always talks abrasively when she's in a bad mood.
• He was being so abrasively rude to the waiter at the restaurant.
• Her words cut through the conversation abrasively, leaving a tense atmosphere.

verb A verb is a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence. In this case, 'adds to' is a verb phrase indicating the act of increasing or enhancing something.

preposition A preposition is a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence. 'To' is a preposition in the phrase 'adds to', indicating direction or addition.

• The extensive research conducted by the team adds to the credibility of their findings.
• Her positive attitude really adds to the overall vibe of the group.
• His new haircut really adds to his cool factor.
• The layers of complexity in the novel adds to its depth and richness.