a way of doing something, especially a systematic way; implies an orderly logical arrangement (usually in steps)

a method of teaching by question and answer; used by Socrates to elicit truths from his students

a progressively monitored, step-by-step teaching method, employing small units of information or learning material and frequent testing, whereby the student must complete or pass one stage before moving on to the next.

A system of manual training developed in Sweden, based on the use of tools in woodworking.