The Future of Education

Maria Redmon¹ Claudia Quinteros²

¹University of Central Florida, United States of America (Marí[email protected])

²Universidad del Valle de Guatemala, Guatemala ([email protected],gt)

This paper will present practical recommendations for the implementing of Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) projects through the experiences of a joint venture between the Universidad del Valle de Guatemala (UVG) and the University of Central Florida (UCF) the United State of America.  Initiated in August 2024, the project emphasizes international collaboration to solve global problems while discovering new solutions using international cooperation and diversity of perspective. It aims to broaden students' views beyond insular perspectives, encouraging them to explore novel solutions through international cooperation. Students from UVG and UCF engaged in scientific and sociocultural research to discover new approaches to global issues. Key components of COIL include faculty and student engagement, cultural adaptation, and cross-cultural communication. The paper will outline the structure of an effective COIL course, recommended practices, and hands-on activities using technology and AI.

Keywords Collaborative Online International Learning, Intercultural engagement

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