Glossary of key terms


This glossary collects the key terms involved in this course's contents. 

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Virtual International Collaboration

An academic modality that involves teachers and students from different countries (at least two) engaging in collaborative academic activities without leaving their home institutions. They usually rely on technology-enhanced learning environments. 

It is also known as Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL), virtual exchange, tele-collaboration. 

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Virtual internship

A virtual internship is an internship that is completed online. Virtual internships can provide students with opportunities to gain experience in different fields without having to travel to a physical location.


Virtual learning

Virtual learning, also known as online learning or e-learning, involves delivering educational content entirely through digital platforms and resources, it can be synchronous or asynchronous. It is a form of remote education that utilizes technology to provide instruction and facilitate learning without the need for physical classrooms. Virtual learning can take various forms, such as live online classes, pre-recorded video lectures, interactive exercises, virtual simulations, or digital assessments. Students participate remotely using internet-connected devices, accessing educational materials and engaging with instructors and peers through online communication tools.