The virtue of learning and teaching the Qur'an includes both its words and meanings. Correct recitation matters; understanding the message, legal implications and guidance for conduct also belongs to Qur'anic education.
One learner may recite accurately yet lack basic comprehension; another may grasp the meaning while needing to improve recitation. Both benefit from completing the missing aspect of their learning.
Rather than restricting Qur'anic education to pronunciation or translation alone, it is better to recognize their complementary roles. Tafsir concentrates particularly on establishing and explaining meaning.