Could someone explain me what is the difference between technique, strategy and method?
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In some instances these words could be used interchangeably but there are subtleties in their definitions.
Technique is the way in which you complete a task.
It is used in reference to skills.
eg. This dancer's technique is perfect, she always extends her legs beautifully,
eg. The artist's technique of using his whole body is evident in his brushstrokes
eg. The technique I use for polishing the silver, is to first sand by hand, then polish with a buffer and fiinally use the rumbler.
Strategy is your plan on how you intend to complete the task.
eg. My strategy to get an A this semester is to write notes regularly every week.
eg. The government's financial strategy is to keep as many jobs as possible within the country and focus on export.
eg. Chess is a game of strategy, you have to carefully think about each move.
Method is the step by step process needed in order to complete a task.
Scientific experiments have a method
eg. The method for boiling water
1. fill beaker
2. light bunsen burner
3. place beaker over flame until bubbles are seen.
Recipes can also have a method
eg. 1. mix dry ingredients in a bowl
2. bake
In a sentence one might say
eg. there is no advantage in using a complicated method, keep it simple
eg. I want you to use the chicago method when creating your bibliography.
If one wanted to know how to do something they might ask
- what technique should I use
- what strategy should I use
- what method should I use
All of these would be correct. However your answer might vary slightly as the emphasis would be placed on different aspects.
Technique on the fine details, how to expertly complete the task
Strategy on the logic and thinking behind how the task should be completed
Method on the actual steps needed to be taken
hope that helped!
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