instructional
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
adj.used for teaching or giving information about how to do something.
adj.designed or intended to provide instruction, guidance, or educational information.
Simple“The school bought new instructional videos to help students learn biology.”
In context“The department updated its instructional materials to ensure they aligned with the latest pedagogical standards and technological advancements.”
UsageOften used to describe materials like books, videos, or software.
SynonymsAntonymsuninformative - 02 C1 Advanced
adj.relating to the act or profession of teaching.
adj.pertaining to the process, methods, or profession of providing instruction.
Simple“The principal observed the teacher's instructional methods during the lesson.”
In context“The university offers a workshop focused on improving instructional leadership among senior faculty members.”
UsageCommon in academic and professional education contexts.
Synonyms - 03 C1 Advanced
n.a book, video, or guide that teaches you a specific skill.
n.a resource, such as a manual or film, created specifically to provide instruction.
Simple“I watched a quick instructional on how to fix the leaky tap.”
In context“The company produced a series of instructionals to assist new employees with the complex software migration.”
Teacher's tipWhile primarily an adjective, using 'instructional' as a noun is increasingly common in digital contexts like YouTube or software training.
Usage instructional time
“Our results revealed that teachers who said they use YouTube as an instructional tool do so for a considerable amount of classroom time, alongside other common teaching methods like lectures and group work.”
“Considering aligning school calendars with regional climate conditions could help reduce student exposure to extreme heat while still meeting instructional needs.”