FUTURE OF EDUCATION IS COLLABORATIVE

As technology continues to reshape education, the importance of collaborative learning and peer networks is clearer than ever

- ANINDITA ACHARYA

How we learn and collaborate has drastically changed in recent years, as technology has created new avenues for education. Collaborative learning and peer networks are leading this transformation, offering students and researchers more ways to exchange ideas, share knowledge, and enhance their skills without the constraints of physical space.

The Covid-19 pandemic accelerated the shift to online learning, making platforms like LinkedIn, Twitter, and ResearchGate essential tools for academic collaboration. Today, academics no longer need to meet in person to discuss research or co-write papers. LinkedIn Groups, for example, offer communities to collaborate on niche topics like artificial intelligence (AI), while subreddits like r/Physics on Reddit provide forums to share insights and ask questions in real time.