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University of Leeds

Interdisciplinary Learning: Working Across Disciplines

University of Leeds via FutureLearn

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Overview

Harness the benefits of interdisciplinary study and work

Real life problems are too complex to be solved by a single field of study. That’s why learning to work across different disciplines is a vital skill in our modern society.

On this course, you’ll discover what interdisciplinary learning is and learn how different disciplines develop their own methodologies and language.

You’ll explore how disciplines create and value different types of knowledge, and discover strategies for working in an interdisciplinary environment.

You’ll also learn how to make the most of interdisciplinary work and collaborate effectively in your own areas of practice.

This course is designed for those preparing for a joint honours degree or an interdisciplinary degree at undergraduate or masters level.

It will also be useful for academic researchers undertaking research in new areas or professionals working on projects with people from different disciplines.

This course is part of the skills courses portfolio at the University of Leeds that is designed to improve students’ academic study skills.

Syllabus

  • Why can interdisciplinary learning and working be challenging?
    • Welcome
    • Why do you have to think about disciplines?
    • What is interdisciplinary learning and working?
    • How can language be a challenge?
    • How can methodology be a challenge?
    • Summary
  • How can you get the most from interdisciplinary learning and working?
    • About the week
    • How is knowledge developed in different disciplines?
    • What type of result do you want to achieve in your interdisciplinary learning?
    • How will you know if you are making progress in an interdisciplinary project?
    • How will you get the most out of your interdisciplinary work?
    • Summary

Taught by

scott mc laughlin

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5.0 rating, based on 3 Class Central reviews

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  • Anonymous
    this course has taught me how to appreciate and learn from different disciplines. I learned about the important of collaboration involved the members of a multidisciplinary teams. Overall, i really recommend this course for anyone who is doing an independent research that involves looking at different disciplines or working with a group of people coming from different work backgrounds.
  • Anonymous
    A simple and informative course that actually helps you to manage problematic defenses between individuals with other disciples, especially in shared work or projects.
  • Anonymous
    A really interesting course, which promotes more abstract and lateral thinking. The video's are really useful for bitesize learning.
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