# Learning is a Journey: Consequences of a metaphor

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The piece maps maps, itineraries, briefings, and guides onto education to show that learning requires supported travel through a domain rather than preparation alone.

Blog post · Metaphor Hacker · 13 June 2022

## Where it lives

- [Read it on Metaphor Hacker (metaphorhacker.net)](https://metaphorhacker.net/2022/06/learning-is-a-journey-consequences-of-a-metaphor/)

## About this item

- Type: Blog post
- Published: 13 June 2022
- Published in: Metaphor Hacker
- Language: English

Topics: education, learning, metaphor, teaching.

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