Assessment of Learning Multiple assessment strategies can be used eg reflective journals, group discussions,
poster presentations, analysis of literature and art forms influenced by migration
Focus must be on ability to analyse and synthesize inputs from different disciplines,
ability to integrate information
Some guiding questions to ensure interdisciplinary learning •
Is the unit conducive for interdisciplinary learning?
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Are the disciplinary understandings robust and adequate?
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Are the disciplinary understanding suited to the age and maturity of the learners?
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Are the integrative understandings tied to the purpose of the unit?
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Are the activities for assessment comprehensive? Do the foster interdisciplinary
approach?
Multidisciplinary learning Multidisciplinary refers to the placing side by side of insights from two or more
disciplines. Here different disciplines help to develop a detailed understanding of the topic
being studied. These disciplines however make separate contributions unlike
interdisciplinary learning where an interdependent relationship is emphasized. No integration
between these disciplines is expected in a multidisciplinary approach.
A multidisciplinary approach in learning involves drawing appropriately from multiple
disciplines to redefine problems outside of normal boundaries and reach solutions based
on a new understanding of complex situations.
According to Langa and Yost, multidisciplinary instruction is an approach that
thoughtfully incorporates and connects key concepts and skills from many disciplines into
the presentation of a single unit.
According to Garner (1995), the term ‘multidisciplinary’ refers to a combination of
various disciplines as independent and separate components of learning, which allows
students to work within discipline specific parameters and attain discipline specific goals.
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Multidisciplinary learning “refers to the involvement of several different professional
areas, though not necessarily in an integrated manner” (Shafritz, Koeppe, &Soper, 1988).
