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Glossary of Educational Terms

There's nothing like not knowing the definition, or meaning, of a word or phrase to make you shrink from participating in class, in a meeting, in a discussion about education. The glossary is here to help. Like mom always said, "Look it up!"
e-learning - e learning - elearning - What Is E-learning?
What is e-learning? E stands for electronic, so e-learning is any kind of electronic learning, most often thought of as via the Internet, but also including any learning that involves technology.
What Does Experiential Mean?
You've probably heard people talk about experiential learning. What is it exactly? Look it up!
What Is the Definition of Andragogy? The Meaning of Andragogy?
What is the definition of andragogy? The meaning of it? How is it pronounced. Look it up in the glossary!
What Is the Definition of GED? The Meaning of GED? What Does GED Stand For?
What is the definition of GED? The meaning of it? Most people know that it has something to do with a high school diploma, but what does GED stand for? Look it up in the glossary!

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