theory of education

The Difference Between Parts-to-Whole and Whole-to-parts Learning

The Difference Between Parts-to-Whole and Whole-to-parts Learning

Have you ever heard of “whole-to-parts” or “parts-to-whole” learning? These are two different methods of teaching. They occur in math, language arts, science, and other curriculums. However, programs often don’t advertise which method they use. And the truth is, your child may learn better with one method than the other. Knowing how to spot the difference may be a big help in finding the right curriculum for your child.

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