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COIL – Collaborative Online International Learning
COIL, or Collaborative Online International Learning, is an educational approach that promotes collaboration and cultural exchange between students and educators worldwide. It leverages technology to facilitate joint learning experiences, including virtual classrooms and online platforms.
In COIL, students work together on projects, assignments, and discussions with peers from different cultural backgrounds. This allows them to gain global perspectives, develop cross-cultural communication skills, and appreciate cultural diversity. COIL projects often explore interdisciplinary topics, enabling students to examine complex issues from various viewpoints and apply their learning in practical contexts.
COIL emphasizes active learning, intercultural competence, and the development of skills relevant to the modern world. By transcending geographical boundaries, COIL prepares students for success in a globalized society and promotes mutual understanding among diverse communities.