definition pragmatic
pragmatics. n (functioning as singular). 1. (Linguistics) the study of those aspects of language that cannot be considered in isolation from its use. 2. (Linguistics) the study of the relation between symbols and those who use them.
Pragmatism is an educational philosophy that says that education should be about life and growth. Two important elements of pragmatism include practical learning, which focuses on the real-world applications of lessons, and experiential learning, which involves learning through experience, not through simple ideas. To unlock this lesson you must be a Study.com Member. Create your account.