programmed instruction


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programmed instruction

n.
A method of teaching in which the information to be learned is presented in discrete units, with a correct response to each unit required before the learner may advance to the next unit.
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pro′grammed instruc′tion


n.
a monitored, step-by-step teaching method in which a student must master one stage before moving on to the next.
[1960–65]
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