pedagogy

American  

[ped-uh-goh-jee, -goj-ee] / ˈpɛd əˌgoʊ dʒi, -ˌgɒdʒ i /

noun

plural

pedagogies

1. the function or work of a teacher; teaching.

2. the art or science of teaching; education; instructional methods.

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pedagogy British  

/ -ˌɡɒdʒɪ, ˈpɛdəˌɡɒɡɪ, -ˌɡəʊdʒɪ /

noun

1. the principles, practice, or profession of teaching

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Etymology

Origin of pedagogy

First recorded in 1570–80; from Middle French pédagogie, from Greek paidagōgía “office of a child's tutor.” See pedagogue, -y ³

Example Sentences

Founders’ headmaster Jason Caros rejects the allegation of “Christian nationalism” but argues that there is much to be said for those traditional values, pedagogy and curriculum.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 9, 2026

Some children might indeed get a leg up on an exciting and rewarding career, but too often, employers will prioritize profits over pedagogy.

From Slate • Nov. 20, 2024

He is one of the architects of critical pedagogy and the recipient of numerous international awards for this work in education.

From Salon • Nov. 18, 2024

But unlike most of his conservative mentors, Mr. Hughes is young enough to have been raised in the very pedagogy that they decry.

From New York Times • Feb. 1, 2024

From the story of the scholarship boy there is no specific pedagogy to glean.

From "Hunger of Memory" by Richard Rodriguez