Introduction to Integrative Studies
Edition: 3
Copyright: 2021
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Many students are choosing interdisciplinary degrees as a way to explore and study multiple interests or one area of interest from multiple perspectives and often apply that learning in new and unique ways. Students love how the new Introduction to Integrative Studies text provides a foundation for learning in an interdisciplinary program!
Introduction to Integrative Studies is not your standard textbook. Many students enjoy the personal and conversational tone of the text. Dr. Tanner uses examples from his own career throughout the book.
By using examples from his life Dr. Tanner demonstrates through the written word topics discussed which helps provide a clearer understanding of included concepts. The text explicitly aims at helping students understand how interdisciplinary and integrative thinking can play an important role in how one interacts within their context.
Introduction to Integrative Studies, written by an interdisciplinarian, is an entry level textbook for students enrolled in an interdisciplinary degree program that may have an emphasis on integrative learning. Written in an easy to read conversational tone, the text provides an overview of the basic concepts related to interdisciplinary and integrative studies. The author shares many personal stories and provides examples of interdisciplinary research, integrative learning, and how others are applying the principles and concepts in unique ways.
Instructors adopting this text will love the four part layout and ease of using each chapter as lessons during a 15 or 16 week term. The material can easily be adjusted for a four week summer term. Each chapter also includes opportunities for student to check their learning or explore other opportunities for active learning.
Introduction
University Studies at Texas Tech
Integrative Studies at Texas Tech
AAC&U and LEAP
Conclusion
References
PART I Interdisciplinarity & Integrative Learning 1
Chapter 1 Defining Integrative and Interdisciplinary Studies
Objectives
Key Terms
Disciplinarity
Crossdisciplinarity
Multidisciplinary
Interdisciplinarity
Integrative Studies
Transdisciplinary
Conclusion
Review and Discussion
Making Connections
References
Chapter 2 History of Interdisciplinarity
Objectives.
Key Terms
Early Civilization Education
Greek Education
Medieval Education
17th and 18th Century Education
Interdisciplinarity in 20th Century Education
Review and Discussion
Making Connections
References
Chapter 3 Theories of Interdisciplinarity & Integrative Learning
Objectives
Key Terms
Grand Theories
Systemic Theories
Learning Theories
Interdisciplinary Research Process
Review and Discussion
Making Connections
References
Chapter 4 Critical Thinking and Epistemology
Objectives
Key Terms
Worldviews
Review and Discussion
Making Connections
References
Chapter 5 Integrative Learning
Objectives
Key Terms
Creating Your Own Integrative Experiences
Integrative Learners as Lifelong Learners
Review and Discussion
Making Connections
References
PART II Interdisciplinary Research
Chapter 6 Basic Research Methods
Objectives
Key Terms
Research Goals
Quantitative Research Design
Experiments
Qualitative Methods
Evaluation Research
Reporting Research
Ethics
Review and Discussion
Making Connections.
References
Chapter 7 Introduction to Interdisciplinary Research
Objectives.
Key Terms.
Conditions for Successful Interdisciplinary Research.
Conditions for Integration.
Moving Beyond Interdisciplinarity.
Mapping the Problem.
Review and Discussion.
Making Connections.
References.
Chapter 8 Methods of Integration
Objectives.
Key Terms.
Types of Transfer.
Mechanisms of Transfer.
Bridges for Transfer of Learning
Interdisciplinary Integration.
Review and Discussion.
Making Connections.
References.
PART III Interdisciplinary Priorities
Chapter 9 Describing Interdisciplinary and Integrative Learners .
Objectives.
Key Terms.
Speaking Metaphorically.
Types of Metaphors.
Interdisciplinary Society.
Disadvantages and Criticism of Interdisciplinarity.
Advantages of Interdisciplinarity
Employers Expectations.
Characteristics of Interdisciplinarians.
Review and Discussion.
Making Connections.
References.
Chapter 10 Issues on Global Perspectives and Team Leadership
Objectives
Key Terms
Globalization
Global Diversity
Global Primacy
Interdisciplinary Teams
Problems in Interdisciplinary Teamwork
Review and Discussion
Making Connections
References
Chapter 11 Constructing Interdisciplinarity
Objectives
Key Terms
The Family Life Cycle
Construing Continuity
Constructing Your Story
Review and Discussion
Making Connections
References
PART IV Interdisciplinary Portfolios
Chapter 12 The Value of Interdisciplinary Studies
Objectives
A Systemic Complex Problem
The Need for Interdisciplinary Studies
Integrative Learning
Value Defined
Review and Discussion
Making Connections
References
Chapter 13 Job Hunting and Interdisciplinary Portfolios
Objectives
Key Terms
Job Hunting 101
Types of Portfolios
Interdisciplinary Portfolios
Review and Discussion
Making Connections.
References.
Chapter 14 Interdisciplinary Resumes
Objectives.
Key Terms.
Emphasize the Positive.
Types of Resumes.
Essential Information for the Resume.
Master Resume.
Online Resumes & Applications.
Cover Letters .
References and Recommendations.
Review and Discussion.
Making Connections.
Chapter 15 Graduation and Graduate School
Objectives.
Key Terms.
Graduation and the Job Search.
Preparing for Graduate School .
Review and Discussion.
Making Connections.
Index