The Collaborator Module is all about supporting and being supported. By dabbling in the content and activities you will be taking social, cultural, strategic, and organizational approaches to engaging in efficient and enjoyable cooperation amongst your peer-groups, as well as with the staff and faculty members at your institution.
By the end of this module, you will be able to:
Getting Ready to Collaborate
- Discover what a study group is and how it can be an invaluable resource throughout your academic career.
- Find and create a study group that is right for you.
- Create constructive rules and expectations for your group and group members.
- Troubleshoot and solve potential group issues and conflicts.
Self-Advocacy
- Practice and apply methods to raise confidence and voice your opinions.
- Recognize imposter syndrome and practical, effective ways to boost self-esteem.
- Plan and prepare for uncomfortable situations.
Allyship
- Give meaningful and constructive feedback to peers.
- Choose to embrace and consider other perspectives.
- Discover strategies for developing collegial and empathetic relationships.
Networking
- Taking the slow and steady approach to networking.
- Finding (and being) a mentor.
Collaborator Module Doodle
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A description of the Collaborator Module Doodle above: Wicked Problems submissions are referenced such as “the imposter,” “lone walker,” “roommate debate,” etc. Contents of the collaborator module are referenced and include main headings such as Getting Ready to Collaborate, Self-Advocacy, Allyship, and Networking. Each of these sections in the collaborator module will provide more detailed advice and information.
