Enseñanza (en. Teaching)

/en.se.ˈɲan.za/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Set of methods and techniques for teaching.
Teaching in school is fundamental for the development of students.
La enseñanza en la escuela es fundamental para el desarrollo de los estudiantes.
Process of acquiring knowledge or skills.
Teaching a language requires constant practice.
La enseñanza de un idioma requiere práctica constante.
Information or skills transmitted from one person to another.
The teaching I received from my parents has been invaluable.
La enseñanza que recibí de mis padres ha sido invaluable.

Etymology

From the verb 'to teach' which comes from the Latin 'insignare', meaning 'to mark, to point out'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

meaningful teaching
Educational process that is relevant to the student.
enseñanza significativa
distance teaching
Educational modality that takes place without the need for physical presence in a classroom.
enseñanza a distancia
traditional teaching
Conventional teaching methods used in schools and universities.
enseñanza tradicional

Related Words

teacher
Person who teaches, guides, or educates.
maestro
student
Person who receives teaching or instruction.
alumno
curriculum
Set of contents and objectives taught in a course.
currículo

Slang Meanings

The way of teaching in a non-conventional manner.
That class was very different, they used an alternative teaching approach.
Esa clase fue muy diferente, usaron un enfoque de enseñanza alternativa.
Teaching style that adapts to the needs of students.
Personalized teaching is gaining popularity in schools.
La enseñanza personalizada está ganando popularidad en las escuelas.