About the Session
The trend of offering more programs online reflects a lasting shift in the education system. Enabled by technological advances and fueled by students’ demand for flexible learning options, globalized education is now more accessible. However, Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) environments present unique challenges for both learners and educators. Join us for a discussion on effective strategies for facilitating COIL.
While the session will primarily focus on teaching considerations, we will also explore strategies for curriculum development. The main goal is to share insights, lessons learned, and practical approaches to addressing the unmet needs of COIL students.
Learning Outcomes
- Analyze the value of COIL for both learners and facilitators
- Identify and propose solutions to common challenges faced by remote, international student teams
- Evaluate various approaches to facilitating effective collaborative learning
- Discuss assignments and lecture topics that set teams up for success in cross-cultural collaboration
- Evaluate the use of technology to support remote collaboration and address digital accessibility issues
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About the Facilitator
Your FLO Facilitator for this session is Alison Foo, MSc, PMP.
Alison (she/her/they) teaches remote clinical research capstone courses at McMaster University Continuing Education and Seneca College. She is also a career, communication, and leadership coach. Her mission is to foster healthy environments by empowering empathetic leadership and creating inclusive, safe, and collaborative spaces. She has experience working with students (high school to graduate), newcomers, marginalized communities, and professionals from various industries. When she’s not working or volunteering, she naps with her rescue dog, watches Asian TV, and dreams of never grading assignments again.