In this course, you will explore the key features of collaborative learning and identify what needs to be in place to improve student engagement and learning outcomes. You will reflect on your own practice to build on existing strengths and make small but meaningful changes to collaborative activities.
The course also examines how collaboration can work effectively online, offering practical guidance on using digital tools. You will consider how to combine face-to-face and online approaches to create purposeful and engaging lessons. The course concludes with the development of a personalised action plan tailored to your context, your students, and your goals.
This course is structured across three modules.
Module One: Why Collaborative Learning Is Important
This module explores why collaborative learning is important, including research linked to the learning pyramid. It examines the key ingredients of effective collaboration, what makes a strong team, and provides opportunities for personal reflection on your current approaches.
Module Two: Collaboration in Your Classroom
This module focuses on applying the key features of successful collaborative learning to classroom practice. You will reflect on your strengths and refine activities to further support student engagement and creativity.
Module Three: Taking Collaboration Online
This module explores how teachers use online collaboration tools to sustain classroom dialogue in remote and blended learning environments.
