Pedagogy

Collaborative Learning

Explore resources and solutions to implement effective collaborative learning across all course modalities

What is collaborative learning?

Collaborative learning (CL) is an educational approach that involves learners working in teams to solve a problem, or complete a task. This approach fosters both declarative and procedural knowledge, develops higher-order skills, and addresses learner variability.

Collaborative learning represents a shift from a teacher-centered to learner-centered approach, where:
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- Teachers play the role of a guide, facilitator, or coach that guides students throughout their learning process.
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- Students are challenged socially and emotionally, having to articulate and justify different perspectives.
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- Students actively apply the learned knowledge to solve problems via presenting and exchanging ideas.

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Relevant learning journeys

5E Model of Instruction

High (>30 min)

Empower students with inquiry-based learning and reflective collaboration.

Student-centered syllabus

Intermediate (10-30 min)

Prioritize human interactions by addressing students’ values and inviting them to participate in building the syllabus document.

Social Learning through feedback

High (>30 min)

Promote meaningful interactions and collaborations

Collaborative thesis writing

High (>30 min)

Help students overcome challenges in thesis writing.

Asynchronous discussion

Low (<10 min)

Drive collaboration and problem-solving skills in an asynchronous setting

Stimulate discussions

Intermediate (10-30 min)

Create a strong learning community where students engage in meaningful interactions

Skills development

Intermediate (10-30 min)

Create meaningful learning experiences where students can nurture their real-life skills

Authentic group project

Low (<10 min)

Nurture transferable skills with real-world collaborative activities

ChatGPT and digital literacy

Intermediate (10-30 min)

Harness the power of generative AI in developing real-life skills

Collaborative learning

Intermediate (10-30 min)

Nurture collaboration and critical thinking skills

Team-based learning

High (>30 min)

Facilitate effective team-based learning activities online

Resources

Free ebook

Our ebook 'How to build a learning community' covers 5 strategies to design engaging learning activities, and facilitate effective group work.

Resources from CTLs

Tips and recommendations from the teaching & learning centres of selected universities on facilitating effective collaborative learning.

Academic papers

Stay up-to-date on collaborative learning practices with these in-depth academic articles.

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