Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL)

🌍 Enhance Students' Learning – Leverage diverse cultural perspectives to enrich your course and engage students in meaningful global discussions.

🤝 Expand Your Global Network – Build international connections with peers and faculty worldwide while collaborating on research, co-authoring publications, and presenting at conferences on a global stage.

🎯 Develop Key Competencies – Strengthen intercultural communication and critical thinking skills for success in today's globalized world, aligning with AAC&U’s COIL Initiatives.

🏆 Gain Professional Recognition – Faculty facilitating a COIL course can:

• Earn RIA funding
• List COIL participation in Faculty Success (promotion & tenure materials).
• Have their course designated as a High Impact Practice (Diverse Perspectives).

Take advantage of this opportunity to enhance your teaching, support student success, and advance your professional development!

Join Ball State University’s COIL Mini Course, a self-paced, eight-week online training designed for faculty members interested in integrating Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) into their courses. This course provides essential guidance on:

• Developing a collaboration plan
• Finding an international partner
• Integrating intercultural learning into coursework
• Understanding how COIL can be designated as a High Impact Practice (Diverse Perspectives)

Faculty Benefits

✅ Open to all full-time Ball State instructors (tenure-line or non-tenure-line)
✅ Earn a $250 RIA upon successful completion of all modules, assignments, and discussions
✅ Opportunity to earn an additional $250 RIA by completing an approved COIL course and submitting a post-project report to Dr. Alicia Miller

Take the next step in globalizing your curriculum and expanding learning opportunities for your students. Apply now and start your COIL journey!

If you’ve completed the COIL Mini Course OR already have the experience needed to get started, you’re ready to take the next step in bringing global collaboration into your classroom!

🔹 Apply Now – Submit your COIL course proposal through InfoReady.
🔹 Get Support – Use our  Application Instruction Sheet for step-by-step guidance on the process.
🔹 Earn an RIA – Faculty facilitating their first approved COIL course are eligible for a $250 RIA upon completion - don't forget to submit the InfoReady prior to the start of your course!

Take this opportunity to expand international learning, connect your students with global peers, and enhance your teaching with Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL)!

📅 Meet with the Director of Global Initiatives & Operations – Schedule a one-on-one meeting for guidance on COIL course development, international partner connections, application assistance, and best practices for a successful collaboration. 

We're here to help—connect with us to make your COIL experience a success!

Prepare for a successful COIL course with these essential resources:

🤝 Partner Collaboration Plan – Learn how to establish clear goals, roles, and expectations with your international partner for a smooth and effective COIL experience.

📄 Sample Syllabus Statement – Clearly communicate to students how COIL will be integrated into their coursework.

📘 Sample COIL Syllabus – Get a detailed example of assignments, activities, and coursework in a COIL-enhanced class.

📅 Sample COIL Schedule – See how a COIL course is structured, including timelines for collaboration and key milestones.

🌍 COIL Project Sample – Explore a real-world example of how students collaborate across borders on meaningful projects.

📚 Reference List – Access key readings, research, and best practices to deepen your understanding of COIL.

Use these resources to streamline course planning and create an engaging, impactful global learning experience!