Interdisciplinary student collaboration
Pedagogical decisions
Interdisciplinary student collaboration
Pedagogical decisions
Student activities
Pedagogical decisions
Creating interdisciplinary learning opportunities involves various pedagogical considerations. These include selecting appropriate learning objectives, designing effective learning activities, and determining suitable assessment formats, all of which must be carefully aligned according to the constructive alignment concept. Aligning learning activities and assessments to the intended learning outcomes helps to ensure a course design that supports students in developing the skills and competencies in focus.
Creating constructive alignment within interdisciplinary learning can be challenging. This difficulty arises from the diverse qualities and competencies involved in interdisciplinary work. Learning goals and activities must be tailored to accommodate students with varied backgrounds. Consequently, students may need to assume different roles and engage in distinct activities based on their disciplines, all while ensuring that these activities contribute to a cohesive overall learning experience. Ultimately, students’ perceptions of the learning outcomes may depend significantly on their educational backgrounds.