How do you design and implement interdisciplinary project-based curricula or training programs?

1 Identify the goals and outcomes

The first step is to identify the goals and outcomes of your interdisciplinary project-based curriculum or training program. What are the learning objectives, competencies, and standards that you want your learners to achieve? How will you assess their performance and progress? How will you align your curriculum or training program with the needs and expectations of your learners, stakeholders, and context? You can use frameworks such as the 4C's (creativity, critical thinking, communication, and collaboration) or the 21st Century Skills to guide you.

3 Plan the project scope and structure

The third step is to plan the project scope and structure for your interdisciplinary project-based curriculum or training program. How long will the project last? How will you divide it into phases or stages? What are the main tasks, activities, and deliverables for each phase or stage? How will you facilitate the collaboration and communication among your learners and instructors? How will you provide the necessary resources, guidance, and feedback? You can use tools such as project management software, rubrics, or checklists to help you organize and monitor your project.

4 Integrate the disciplines and skills

The fourth step is to integrate the disciplines and skills for your interdisciplinary project-based curriculum or training program. How will you incorporate the content, methods, and perspectives of different disciplines into your project? How will you ensure that your learners develop and apply the skills and competencies that are relevant and transferable across disciplines? How will you balance the depth and breadth of your interdisciplinary learning? You can use techniques such as scaffolding, inquiry, or reflection to help you bridge and blend the disciplines and skills.

5 Implement and evaluate the project

The fifth step is to implement and evaluate the project for your interdisciplinary project-based curriculum or training program. How will you launch, manage, and conclude your project? How will you support your learners and instructors throughout the project? How will you assess the process and product of your project? How will you celebrate and share the results and achievements of your project? You can use methods such as formative and summative assessment, peer and self-assessment, or portfolio to help you measure and improve your project.

6 Review and revise the project

The final step is to review and revise the project for your interdisciplinary project-based curriculum or training program. How will you collect and analyze the feedback and data from your project? How will you identify the strengths and weaknesses of your project? How will you make adjustments and improvements for your future projects? You can use models such as the Plan-Do-Check-Act cycle or the Design Thinking process to help you refine and iterate your project.