rote learning
US /ˈroʊt ˌlɜːr.nɪŋ/
UK /ˈroʊt ˌlɜːr.nɪŋ/

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a memorization technique based on repetition
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Many students find rote learning tedious and ineffective for deep understanding.
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For some basic facts, rote learning can be quite useful.