Year 10 students recently took part in an interdisciplinary lesson led by Ms Biljana Komadinić, English teacher, and Mr Miloš Slavković, Global Perspectives teacher. By combining both subjects in one session, students were given a valuable opportunity to strengthen essential academic writing skills in a meaningful, real-world context.
Building Skills Across Two Subjects
The lesson focused on report writing in English, closely connected with Question 4 of the Cambridge Global Perspectives written exam (Component 1). Students were also introduced to Component 2 – the Individual Report, helping them better understand the expectations of the course and the progression of assessment tasks.
Writing with Evidence and Purpose
Throughout the lesson, teachers emphasised the importance of using facts, evidence, and reliable examples to support ideas. Students explored how strong academic writing requires more than opinion — it demands clear explanation, logical structure, and well-developed reasoning.
Special attention was given to the differences between writing in English and writing for Global Perspectives, particularly in terms of:
- purpose and audience
- report structure and organisation
- academic tone and style
- clarity and precision in argumentation
Preparing for Exams and Beyond
Students were guided step by step on how to build convincing arguments, select relevant evidence, and communicate ideas effectively. These skills are not only crucial for success in both subjects, but also form an important foundation for final examinations, future academic work, and confident independent learning.
Interdisciplinary lessons like this one encourage students to think critically, write thoughtfully, and approach learning from multiple perspectives — key elements of a Cambridge education.
