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Practical Strategies for Collaboration across Discipline-Based Education Research and the Learning Sciences
Melanie Peffer1, Maggie Renken2
1Educational Psychology, Special Education, and Communication Disorders, Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA 30303 melanie.peffer@unco.edu.
CBE Life Sciences Education
|November 25, 2016
Summary
Interdisciplinary research in biology learning requires integrating discipline-based education research and the learning sciences. Addressing methodological differences is key to successful collaboration and training future scientists.
Area of Science:
- Biology Education Research
- Learning Sciences
Background:
- Calls for interdisciplinary research in biology learning are increasing.
- Interdisciplinary approaches offer comprehensive insights into biological learning processes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe discipline-based education research and learning sciences.
- To discuss integrating these fields for biology education research.
- To propose strategies for productive interdisciplinary collaboration.
Main Methods:
- Describing two key fields: discipline-based education research and learning sciences.
- Analyzing differences in theoretical and methodological approaches.
- Identifying benefits and challenges of interdisciplinary integration.
Main Results:
- Discipline-based education research and learning sciences have distinct approaches.
- Integrating these fields presents both opportunities and challenges.
- Effective collaboration requires careful consideration of methodologies and training.
Conclusions:
- Successful interdisciplinary biology education research necessitates bridging disciplinary divides.
- Strategies for collaboration and training are crucial for advancing the field.
- Integrating diverse perspectives enhances the study of biology learning.
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