Manual education refers to education that emphasizes practical, hands-on skills and activities. It often involves working with one's hands to create or repair things. Historically, and in some contexts still today, this might include:
* Vocational training: Learning a specific trade or craft, such as carpentry, metalworking, plumbing, or sewing.
* Industrial arts: Broader skills related to manufacturing and technology.
* Shop class: A more general term encompassing various hands-on activities in a workshop setting.
* Arts and crafts: Activities focused on creative expression through making things.
* Technology education: Modern iterations often involve digital fabrication and robotics.
The emphasis is on developing dexterity, problem-solving skills, and technical knowledge through direct experience rather than solely theoretical learning. The specific content of manual education varies greatly depending on the context and the age group involved.