The Splendour of Collaborative Research: An Interdisciplinary Insight from the Perspectives of Philosophy, Religion, English and Literary Studies, Education and its Implications for 21st Century Scholarship
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Education, English and Literary Studies, Global challenges, Interdisciplinary research, Philosophy, ReligionAbstract
Collaborative research across the academic disciplines of arts, humanities, education, and social sciences has gained prominence due to its potency to address complex and multifaceted societal challenges in the 21st century. This study explores the intersections of Philosophy, Religion, English and Literary Studies, and Education, emphasizing their combined impact on contemporary research and practice. Philosophy and Religion contribute ethical and metaphysical insights, fostering dialogue on moral and existential questions. English and Literary Studies offer critical and cultural analysis, enhancing our understanding of identity and societal narratives. When integrated with Education, these disciplines support the development of critical thinking, cultural literacy, and moral reasoning. The convergence of these fields facilitates a unifying approach to addressing global challenges such as social justice and environmental sustainability. By leveraging collaborative research, scholars can bridge disciplinary gaps, promote intercultural understanding, and innovation in educational methodologies and pedagogies. This complementary approach, which adopts the method of critical analysis not only enriches academic inquiry but also informs public policy and community engagement, making evident the splendour of interdisciplinary collaborative research in the contemporary scholarship.
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