English Dictionary
Definition whole language learning in British English
whole language learning noun
[uncountable] noun
/ˌhəʊl ˌlæŋɡwɪdʒ ˈlɜː(r)nɪŋ/
1
an approach to language teaching based on the idea that the best way to learn is in real, meaningful situations rather than by focusing on separate items or skills
Example
The theory of whole language learning was adapted from the theories on the acquisition of oral language.
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