Teaching

Definition

Teaching is the act or profession of imparting knowledge, skills, or values to others, often in an educational setting. It can also refer to the content or lessons conveyed during this process.

Parts of Speech

• Noun
• Verb (present participle of "teach")

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈtiː.tʃɪŋ/
• Respelling: TEE-ching

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈtiː.tʃɪŋ/
• Respelling: TEE-ching

Etymology

The word "teaching" derives from the Old English "tæcan," meaning "to show or instruct," which is rooted in the Proto-Germanic "*taikijaną" (to show or mark). The term evolved into "teach" in Middle English, and the gerund form "teaching" has been used to denote the act or profession of instructing since the 14th century.

Derivatives

• Teacher (noun)
• Teachability (noun)
• Teachable (adjective)
• Teachingly (adverb, rare)
• Retaught (verb)

Synonyms

• Instruction
• Education
• Training

Antonyms

• Ignorance
• Learning (receiving instruction)
• Neglect

Usage

The noun "teaching" is often used to describe the act or content of instruction. For example, "Her teaching emphasizes critical thinking and creativity."

As a verb, "teaching" refers to the ongoing process of instructing. For example, "She is teaching mathematics to high school students."

Related Terms

• Education: The broader process of facilitating learning.
• Pedagogy: The art or science of teaching and instructional methods.
• Curriculum: The material and content used for teaching.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• The act of imparting knowledge or skills: The process of instructing or training others.
  • Example: "The teaching of history involves understanding past events."
• The profession of a teacher: Refers to the career or occupation of educating others.
  • Example: "She has dedicated her life to teaching."
• Lessons or doctrines conveyed: The ideas or principles shared during the process of instruction.
  • Example: "The teachings of ancient philosophers remain influential."

Verb (present participle of 'teach')

• Engaging in the act of instruction: The ongoing process of educating others.
  • Example: "She is currently teaching at a university."