EDUC 7114: Interdisciplinary working in higher education- Essay writing assignment

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Essay writing assignment

Interdisciplinary thinking and working in higher education involve a melding of ideas from across the academy in order to address complex ideas and problems. Interdisciplinary in higher education is often viewed positively , and has been defined as a move away from domain-specific knowledge toward an emphasis on ‘boundary-crossing skills [that] are, for instance, the ability to change perspectives, to synthesise knowledge of different disciplines, and to cope with complexity Question- Write a 2000 word analytical essay in response to ONE of the questions below. Ensure you integrate academic literature into your essay. Q. Analyse the claim that interdisciplinary curriculum is better at preparing students for the ‘real world’? Why, give reason.