Activity

1. In groups of 2 to 3, read the following documents:
   • 21st Century Skills: Collaboration
     (Microsoft Partners in Learning)
   • Collaboration Tools
     (Lomas, Burke, Page)
2. Discuss the skills and benefits that can be facilitated through effective collaboration and write these down. Also pay attention to the section in each reading on the challenges or problems associated with these technology tools.
3. Next, compile your own definitions of the terms 'Synchronous' and 'Asynchronous' collaboration and provide some examples of each. (Keep these definitions safe as you will be using them in the Computer Practical session).
4. Share your ideas with the entire class in a tutor-led discussion.