Glossary of Learning Terms > M (5 entries)

  • M-Learning
    Stands for "mobile learning" and refers to the delivery and use of training programs on wireless devices such as cell phones and smartphones, such as the BlackBerry and the iPhone.
  • Mastery Learning
    Also known as criterion referenced instruction (CRI), in which learners are evaluated as having "mastered" or "not mastered" specific criteria or learning objectives. See also Criterion Referenced Instruction (CRI) .
  • Mentoring
    In the context of adult learning, a process by which an employee more experienced in a particular process or task supports an employee new to the process or task. Mentoring does ...
  • Model
    A representation or description of a process, skill, behavior or attitude that a learner can use for comparison. The model can represent the correct or incorrect way to do things, and ...
  • Module
    A well-defined stand-alone learning unit or "theme" of content consisting of a hierarchical structure and associated learning materials. A module is typically one part or component of a course or a ...