6.2 DiGiComp Integration: Communication & Collaboration
Topic Activity
Sharing and Collaborating in Digital Spaces
Aim of the activity
· Learners practice using one collaborative tool (Google Docs/Padlet).
· Learners share a resource responsibly (with attribution and correct permissions).
· Learners reflect on teamwork challenges in digital environments and suggest solutions.
· Learners experience how AI can support group work through summarization or organization.
Target Group
Adult learners
Duration
60 minutes (blended or online)
Objective
· Learners practice using one collaborative tool (Google Docs/Padlet).
· Learners share a resource responsibly (with attribution and correct permissions).
· Learners reflect on teamwork challenges in digital environments and suggest solutions.
· Learners experience how AI can support group work through summarization or organization.
Materials necessary to execute activity
· Access to Google Drive or Padlet.
· Example documents (one correctly attributed, one without attribution).
· Simple permissions guide (view/comment/edit).
· AI demo tool (ChatGPT or similar) for summarization.
Steps for implementation
Warm-up (5 min):Discussion prompt: ‘How do you usually share files with friends/colleagues? What problems have you experienced?’
Input (10 min):Trainer explains permission settings (view, comment, edit), attribution and copyright basics. Short demo on how to share responsibly.
Group Task (20 min):In small groups, learners co-edit a shared document (e.g., ‘Group Digital Glossary’ or ‘Shared Learning Resource Folder).
o Each group member contributes one entry/resource.
o Learners practice setting correct permissions and adding attribution.
Ethical Reflection (10 min):Guided discussion: ‘What risks exist when sharing files without thinking about privacy or copyright? How do we avoid these issues?’
AI Demo (5 min):Trainer shows how AI can summarize group notes or organize contributions. Learners discuss: ‘When is AI helpful, and when should we be cautious?’
Wrap-up (10 min):Learners share one strategy they will apply in their next online collaboration.Strategies are written into a shared Padlet/Google Doc to create a collective ‘Collaboration Toolkit.’
Skills developed with the activity
Methodology
Blended
Online
Evaluation
Assessment:
Peer review: learners check each other’s contributions for accuracy and attribution.
Trainer evaluation: group product assessed for originality, collaboration, and responsible sharing.
Scenario-based quiz: short case questions on ethics, privacy, and collaboration challenges.
Self-reflection: quick exit poll:’What was the most useful new strategy you learned today?’
Reflection Prompts for Trainers
Self-Awareness: ‘How do I manage my own digital communication channels as a professional?’ Possible strategies: separating personal/professional accounts, setting clear response times, using one central platform.
Pedagogy: ‘How can I scaffold collaboration for learners with very low confidence in digital tools?’Possible strategies: step-by-step guides, assigning digital ‘buddies’, starting with very simple collaborative tasks (e.g., co-writing a short list).
Inclusivity: ‘How do I ensure quieter learners have equal voice in group work?’Possible strategies: turn-taking rules, anonymous contributions via Padlet/Mentimeter, rotating group roles.
AI and Ethics: ‘How do I balance the convenience of AI with learner agency and critical thinking?’Possible strategies: encourage learners to fact-check AI outputs, assign group discussions comparing AI vs. human input, make AI use transparent.
Conflict Management: ‘How can I address misunderstandings or conflicts that arise in online collaboration?’Possible strategies: setting ground rules at the start, using private check-ins to de-escalate tension, assigning a ‘moderator’ role in group tasks.
Links & References
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