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Interdisciplinary integration in medical education: theory and method

D E Benor

    Medical Education
    |November 1, 1982
    PubMed
    Summary

    This study analyzes medical curriculum integration principles and proposes six parameters for classifying methods. It concludes that no single integration method is superior, allowing flexibility for medical schools.

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    Area of Science:

    • Medical Education
    • Curriculum Development
    • Educational Psychology

    Background:

    • The integration of medical curricula is crucial for holistic learning.
    • Existing approaches often lack a systematic framework for classification.
    • Understanding different integration methods is key to effective medical training.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To analyze the concept of medical curriculum integration based on philosophical and knowledge structure principles.
    • To propose a classification system for integration methods using six key parameters.
    • To describe various integration methods employed in a real-world setting.

    Main Methods:

    • Analysis of integration principles: unified universe, knowledge structure, and creative thinking.
    • Development of a six-parameter classification system for integration methods: scope, commencement, environment, mental processes, student role, and direction.
    • Description of simultaneously used integrating methods at the Faculty of Health Science, Ben-Gurion University of Negev.

    Main Results:

    • Identified three core principles underpinning curriculum integration.
    • Established a six-parameter framework for describing and classifying integration methods.
    • Documented a diverse set of integration methods in practice.

    Conclusions:

    • There is no universally 'correct' or 'incorrect' method for integrating medical subject matter.
    • Medical schools can select integration approaches that align with their specific objectives, institutional structure, and resource limitations.
    • Flexibility in curriculum integration allows for tailored educational experiences.

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