What is Virtual International Exchange?
In a joint effort with the Office of International Affairs and the LTS Center for Innovation in Teaching and Learning support Virtual International Exchange (VIE). There are two main types of VIE we're promoting at Lehigh:
Virtual International Exchange (VIE) is a broadly defined partnership that can include one-off collaborations or short-term projects with an international partner as well as long-term, multi-project initiatives.
Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) is an international teaching and learning methodology in which two or more instructors in different countries virtually pair courses, for example through collaborative assignments, group projects and shared lectures and discussions. Curricular alignment and co-teaching is a key aspect of the COIL classroom. A COIL module typically lasts three to eight weeks. COIL initiatives are one approach available to instructors who would like to include VIE collaborations in their teaching.
VIE is a technologically supported pedagogical innovation for the classroom, for research, and for experiential programs at Lehigh University.
If you're interested in VIE please join our Community of Practice! The VIE Community of Practice offers teaching workshops, information sessions, and colleague mentoring for faculty and staff who are interested in using innovative technology to facilitate virtual international collaborations.
Getting Started
Global Engagement Directory
Need help on finding a partner to work with? Visit OIA's has a searchable directory.
Plan Your Exchange
Check out of resources to help you plan your program no matter what stage of the process you're in!
Examples & Benefits of VIE
Visit OIA's page to learn more about the benefits of VIE as well as some examples of this pedagogical practice.
It was such an enriching experience for you to think from multiple perspectives and interact with people from different backgrounds and cultures.
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