Esimerkkiperusteinen

Esimerkkiperusteinen is a Finnish term that translates to "example-based" or "case-based" in English. It refers to a methodology or approach that relies heavily on concrete examples and specific instances to understand, explain, or solve problems. This method contrasts with more abstract or theoretical approaches that might focus on general principles or rules.

In various fields, an esimerkkiperusteinen approach is used. For instance, in education, teachers might use specific examples to illustrate a concept, making it easier for students to grasp. In law, legal reasoning often relies on precedents, which are past cases that serve as examples for current legal disputes. In artificial intelligence, case-based reasoning (CBR) is a problem-solving paradigm where new problems are solved by retrieving and adapting solutions from similar past problems.

The strength of an esimerkkiperusteinen approach lies in its practicality and relatability. Examples can make complex ideas more accessible and tangible. They provide a foundation for inductive reasoning, where general conclusions are drawn from specific observations. However, a potential drawback is that a reliance solely on examples might overlook broader patterns or exceptions, or that the chosen examples may not be representative of the entire phenomenon being studied. Therefore, understanding the context and limitations of the examples used is crucial.