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rote learning
noun
Definition
Learning by memorisation and repetition rather than by understanding.
In a sentence
“Critics argue that rote learning discourages the development of independent thinking skills.”
Synonyms
memorisationdrillingmechanical learning
Common collocations
- rely on rote learning
- rote learning approach
- rote memorisation
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