Dalton plan

British

/ ˈdɔːltən /

noun

a system devised to encourage pupils to learn and develop at their own speed, using libraries and other sources to complete long assignments

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Etymology

Origin of Dalton plan

C20: named after Dalton, Massachusetts, where the plan was used in schools

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