mono-disciplinary knowledge
[ˈmɒnoʊ dɪˈsɪplɪneri ˈnɒlɪdʒ]
nounpl: mono-disciplinary knowledge (uncountable)
conhecimento mono-disciplinar
1. Knowledge confined to a single academic discipline or field of study, without integration of concepts from other fields
The student's approach was criticized for being mono-disciplinary knowledge that failed to consider historical context.
A abordagem do estudante foi criticada por ser um conhecimento mono-disciplinar que não considerava o contexto histórico.
2. Expertise developed within the boundaries of one specialized area without cross-disciplinary application or perspective
Mono-disciplinary knowledge alone is insufficient to solve complex contemporary problems.
O conhecimento mono-disciplinar sozinho é insuficiente para resolver problemas complexos contemporâneos.
In both Brazilian and North American academic contexts, mono-disciplinary knowledge is increasingly viewed as limiting in the 21st century. Modern educational reform emphasizes the shift toward interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary approaches to address complex global challenges. This term is frequently used in critical academic discussions about the need for holistic learning.
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