It seems to be two different schools when it comes to initial flight training.
FAA, lessons 1,5 hrs duration, squeeze in a few exercises in one flight. E.g. straight & level, climbs & descends and turns.
JAA, lessons 1,0 hrs duration, takes one flight for each exercise.
I prefer the latter, sort out the basics, attitude flying, visual references before moving on to more advanced maneuvers. Building small learning blocks.