INTERDISCIPLINARITY IN THE SCHOOL CURRICULUM: CHALLENGES AND POSSIBILITIES

Abstract

Interdisciplinarity in the school curriculum emerges as an essential innovative approach to contemporary education, in response to the demands of a complex and interconnected world. This choice is justified by the need for training that integrates different knowledge, promoting holistic and meaningful learning. The main objective of this study is to investigate how the implementation of interdisciplinarity can transform educational practices and facilitate the construction of contextualized knowledge. The methodology adopted combines a bibliographic and quantitative approach, allowing an in-depth analysis of experiences in educational institutions that have implemented this approach. The main results found indicate that the application of interdisciplinarity contributes to the development of skills such as curiosity, investigation and problem solving, in addition to fostering the connection between disciplines. However, the research reveals that there are significant resistances related to traditional teaching methods and regulatory curricular impositions, which hinder the effective implementation of interdisciplinarity. The conclusions point out that overcoming these challenges implies changes in pedagogical practices and the need for a collective commitment between educators, administrators, students and communities. The search for a curriculum that values the interconnections of knowledge can lead to a more comprehensive, critical and responsible education, preparing students for the various challenges of today's societies. Thus, reflection on interdisciplinarity emerges as a fundamental step in the evolution of education.