käsiteperusteisesti

Käsiteperusteisesti is a Finnish adverb describing actions, methods, or approaches that are based on concepts rather than isolated facts or procedures. The term is derived from käsiteperusteinen, meaning concept-based, and is commonly used in Finnish educational and curricular discourse to characterize teaching, learning, or assessment that centers on core ideas and big concepts.

In education, käsiteperusteisesti refers to an approach that emphasizes understanding of essential concepts and the relationships between them. The aim is for learners to grasp underlying ideas that can be transferred across subjects and contexts, rather than merely memorizing discrete pieces of information. This approach often involves organizing knowledge around key concepts, using inquiry and reasoning, and connecting ideas across disciplines.

Common implementation strategies associated with käsiteperusteisesti include the use of concept maps to reveal interrelationships, inquiry-based or problem-centered learning to explore fundamental ideas, and explicit focus on big ideas that structure the curriculum. Assessment under this approach tends to target conceptual understanding, ability to apply concepts in new situations, and the capacity to justify reasoning rather than recall.

The term appears primarily in Finnish educational literature and policy discussions. It is part of a broader movement toward concept-based or understanding-centered pedagogy, which contrasts with fact-based or procedure-focused instruction. As with any educational approach, käsiteperusteisesti is evaluated regarding its feasibility, alignment with standards, and effectiveness in supporting long-term transfer of learning.