Spanish word

pedagógico

Pronunciation

IPA/peðaˈɣoxiko/

Meaning

  • adjectiveeducational

Example

Este video es pedagógico y fácil de entender.

This video is educational and easy to understand.

Illustration for pedagógico (educational)

More examples

Busco un video pedagógico que explique la gramática básica.

I'm looking for an educational video that explains basic grammar.

Core concept

Characteristic of teaching methods or instructional design.

Common phrases

  • video pedagógico

    educational video

  • material pedagógico

    educational material

Similar words

educativo: Aims to promote learning in educational settings and support general educational goals.
didáctico: Uses clear structure and examples to make concepts easier to understand.
instructivo: Provides information and step-by-step guidance to teach procedures or prompt insight.
formativo: Intentionally develops learners' abilities, skills, or attitudes over time.

Definition in Spanish

Relacionado con la educación y los métodos de enseñanza; describe algo diseñado para instruir o promover competencias.

Word origin

Derived from Greek paidagōgos ('leader of children') and Latin paedagogicus, the word links specifically to pedagogy and teaching methods.

Usage tips

  • Pedagógico commonly contrasts with educativo, where pedagogógico focuses on teaching technique and educativo covers broader educational matters.

Other meanings

  • pedagogicaladjective

Related words

  • pedagogíapedagogynoun
  • pedagógicamentepedagogicallyadverb

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