Walden University

Tracy Snow

Collaboration Promotes Best practices

Interaction

Interactivity

Development of critical thinking skills

Co-creation of knowledge

Reflection

Transformative learning

Palloff & Pratt, 2005

NeedInstructors are always looking for ways to improve student interaction in classes. They understand that collaboration online is different than that of face to face. They may not have the necessary tools to make this happen successfully (Palloff & Pratt, 2005). Increasing opportunity for interaction is critical for online learning. Collaboration allows this.

Collaboration tools

Conclusion