COIL-eMOVIES Program
Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) is an educational approach that enables faculty from different institutions and countries to collaboratively design intercultural and interdisciplinary learning experiences. Through this model, instructors develop a joint syllabus and engage their students in collaborative projects, fostering meaningful intercultural exchange.
What is the COIL-eMOVIES Program?
COIL (Collaborative Online International Learning) is an educational approach that brings together faculty from different institutions and countries to co-design interactive, intercultural learning experiences. In this model, instructors co-develop a shared syllabus and engage their students in collaborative projects, fostering meaningful intercultural exchange through the eMOVIES platform.
The eMOVIES platform is a hub where educators can find COIL courses, connect with academic peers, and build the skills needed to design, plan, and implement COIL-based learning experiences.
The program aims to integrate collaborative methodologies into teaching practice, thereby internationalizing the curriculum and enriching the educational experience through online collaboration among faculty from diverse disciplines and countries
How to participate in COIL-eMOVIES?
Faculty members interested in joining the program must register on the eMOVIES platform and publish the course they wish to use for a COIL collaboration. This allows them to connect with colleagues abroad who are also seeking partners.
Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) must also be registered on the platform. Please note that eMOVIES is a complimentary service provided by IOHE to its member institutions.
How to find academic peers for collaboration?
The eMOVIES platform helps faculty find and connect with international colleagues who are also interested in developing COIL experiences. They can search for potential partners using filters like institution, country, academic discipline, and language.
To initiate a collaboration, instructors simply complete a form with their personal and course information. This enables them to connect with other educators and begin co-developing a joint syllabus.
Need personalized support?
Institutions seeking tailored guidance for the design, implementation, and evaluation of COIL programs can access expert advisory and coaching services from the IOHE. Our COIL specialists provide an average of 10 hours of customized mentoring and support. Through synchronous virtual meetings, we guide faculty in co-developing and implementing a collaborative syllabus.
Need personalized support?
Institutions seeking tailored guidance for the design, implementation, and evaluation of COIL programs can access expert advisory and coaching services from the IOHE. Our COIL specialists provide an average of 10 hours of customized mentoring and support. Through synchronous virtual meetings, we guide faculty in co-developing and implementing a collaborative syllabus.
How is the COIL-eMOVIES Program doing?
The COIL-eMOVIES program continues to grow as a key initiative for promoting collaborative online international learning. Here are some highlights of our vibrant community:
- Building a Thriving Global Community: Over 310 faculty members from 11 countries across the Americas: Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, El Salvador, Mexico, Panama, Paraguay, and Peru.
- Diverse Course Offerings: A rich catalog of 56 published courses delivered in 3 languages: Spanish, English, and Portuguese
- Wide-Ranging Expertise: 20+ academic disciplines: Social Sciences and Humanities, Engineering, International Business, Languages, Law, among others.
Contact us to learn more about the registration process and join our collaborative network!
