disciplinary boundaries
[/ˌdɪsəˈplɪneri ˈbaʊndəriz/]
noun phrasepl: N/A (plural form of the concept)
limites disciplinares
1. The established limits and demarcations that separate one academic or professional discipline from another, defining the scope and jurisdiction of each field of study or practice
The research project crossed disciplinary boundaries by combining elements of psychology, sociology, and anthropology.
O projeto de pesquisa transcendeu os limites disciplinares ao combinar elementos de psicologia, sociologia e antropologia.
2. The rules, standards, and protocols that distinguish one professional field's methods, ethics, and expertise from another
Understanding disciplinary boundaries is essential for professionals working in interdisciplinary teams.
Compreender os limites disciplinares é essencial para profissionais que trabalham em equipes interdisciplinares.
3. The conceptual frameworks and theoretical foundations that define what belongs within or outside a particular academic domain
Modern universities are increasingly encouraging scholars to blur disciplinary boundaries.
As universidades modernas estão cada vez mais encorajando estudiosos a borrar os limites disciplinares.
This term is primarily used in academic and professional settings in both Brazil and the USA. It reflects the growing trend in higher education toward interdisciplinary research and collaborative work. In Brazilian universities, there is increasing emphasis on interdisciplinary programs ('programas interdisciplinares'), while maintaining respect for traditional disciplinary foundations. In the USA, this concept is central to discussions about university reform and innovation in education.
Related Idioms & Phrases
cross disciplinary boundaries
blur the lines between disciplines
transcend disciplinary boundaries
respect professional boundaries
break down silos
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