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disciplinary knowledge

[dɪˈsɪplɪneri ˈnɒlɪdʒ]
noun
conhecimento disciplinar
1. Specialized knowledge and expertise specific to a particular academic discipline or field of study
The professor's disciplinary knowledge in molecular biology was evident in her detailed lectures.
O conhecimento disciplinar da professora em biologia molecular era evidente em suas aulas detalhadas.
2. The body of concepts, theories, methods, and practices that characterize a particular academic or professional field
Students must develop strong disciplinary knowledge before pursuing interdisciplinary research.
Os estudantes devem desenvolver um forte conhecimento disciplinar antes de prosseguir com pesquisas interdisciplinares.
Synonyms
subject expertisefield knowledgespecialized knowledgedomain knowledge
Antonyms
interdisciplinary knowledgegeneral knowledgesuperficial knowledge

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
conhecimento disciplinar
Standard usage in Brazilian academic contexts
São Paulo
conhecimento disciplinar
Commonly used in universities and research institutions
Portugal
conhecimento disciplinar
Standard term in Portuguese higher education system

Related Idioms & Phrases

in-depth knowledge
subject matter expertise
mastery of a field
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