Integrated Studies

Integrated studies incorporates and focuses on the learning and practicing of real world skills that are transferable to any field of study or occupation. Data has shown that students who learn using integrated classes has a/an

• “Increased understanding, retention, and application of general concepts.

• Better overall comprehension of global interdependencies, along with the development of multiple perspectives and points of view, as well as values.

• Increased ability to make decisions, think critically and creatively, and synthesize knowledge beyond the disciplines.

• Enhanced ability to identify, assess, and transfer significant information needed for solving novel problems.

• Promotion of cooperative learning and a better attitude toward oneself as a learner and as a meaningful member of a community.

• Increased motivation.” (Why Should Schools Embrace Integrated Studies, Edutopia, 10.6.2008)

Belmont High School is committed to offering students the opportunity to learn in interconnected and interdisciplinary ways. These courses are generally taught by combining more than one discipline so that students can apply skills and content knowledge from multiple disciplines to solve authentic problems. This will allow students to build transferable skills such as collaboration, critical thinking, creativity, communication, and citizenship. Additionally, integrated studies are inherently centered on student identity and promote the development of student agency. Integrated studies courses count as an elective in your course schedule.

To view the course descriptions for our current Integrated Studies courses, head to the "Courses by Grade Level" page and click the links for each class based on the grade level and department!