For Faculty
Why Get Involved
- Internationalize your course without mobility
- Enhance student engagement through authentic, intercultural teamwork
- Build sustainable academic partnerships
- Explore co‑teaching and joint research pathways
How to Get Started
- Learn – Join an introductory workshop or info session.
- Identify – Identify a counterpart at a partner institution or within your networks.
- Design – Co‑create a mini‑syllabus: outcomes, tasks, tools, assessment.
- Integrate – Embed the COIL module (4–8 weeks) in your course plan.
- Reflect & Share – Evaluate outcomes; present or publish your practice.
Academic Recognition
- Course‑embedded assessment (recommended)
- Letters confirming COIL teaching
- Contribution to teaching innovation dossiers
Faculty Voices
“Designing a COIL module pushed me to rethink assessment and sparked new collaborations.” — AMU Faculty Member
Key Principles & Best Practices
- Reciprocity – balanced roles, equitable workloads, and shared outputs
- Flexibility – accommodate time zones and academic calendars
- Scaffolding – prepare students for intercultural work (orientation & icebreakers)
- Clear communication – combine synchronous and asynchronous tools
- Reflective practice – regular check‑ins and structured debriefs
