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How to Develop and Deliver a Virtual Exchange Based on Collaborative Online International Learning Principles (COIL)
Jonathan Kennedy1, Jessie Dubreuil2,3, Danielle Thibodeau4
1Queen Mary University of London, London, UK.
The Clinical Teacher
|June 20, 2025
Summary
Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) enhances intercultural competence in medical students. This paper guides educators in designing effective COIL virtual exchanges for health professions education.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Intercultural Competence
- Pedagogy
Background:
- Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) is a pedagogical approach for virtual exchanges.
- COIL emphasizes experiential and collaborative activities to develop intercultural competence.
- Intercultural competence is crucial for healthcare professionals interacting with diverse populations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline key steps for designing and delivering COIL virtual exchanges in medical education.
- To provide practical guidance for clinical teachers implementing COIL.
- To address the underutilization of COIL in medical training.
Main Methods:
- Grounded in literature on COIL virtual exchanges.
- Based on practical experience designing, delivering, and evaluating a COIL exchange.
- Involved medical students (UK) and pre-med students (US).
Main Results:
- COIL virtual exchanges positively impact intercultural competence in medical students.
- COIL fosters creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Guidance provided on partner finding, focus selection, and exchange design.
Conclusions:
- COIL is a valuable pedagogical approach for enhancing intercultural competence in medical education.
- Practical guidance is essential for successful COIL implementation.
- Further adoption of COIL can better prepare future healthcare professionals for global interactions.
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