Why interdisciplinary learning makes sense for science teaching

By Matthew Simpson2022-03-31T06:45:00

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Find out how one chemistry teacher is making it happen with their biology and geography colleagues

Interdisciplinary learning (IDL) integrates different disciplines to create a new subject area. This approach to learning can have powerful benefits for students. In this article a chemistry teacher explains why IDL is a worthwhile approach for science teaching. He also describes how he is working with teachers of biology and geography to develop and implement IDL within their existing teaching at Key Stage 3 and 4 for 11–14 and 14–16 aged learners.

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