unschool

/ˈʌnskoʊl/

Definitions

1. verb

to educate or teach without the structure and curriculum of a traditional school

“She unschooled her children, allowing them to learn at their own pace.”

2. noun

a self-directed learning approach that rejects traditional schooling methods

“The family’s decision to unschool was met with skepticism from their neighbors.”

3. adjective

relating to or characteristic of an educational approach that rejects traditional schooling methods

“The unschooling community came together to share their experiences and resources.”

Synonyms

  • autodidact
  • homeschool
  • self-directed

Antonyms

  • institutional
  • traditional