Focused Discussion - Topic and Product based discussions Colleagues here typically participate in discussions with smaller groups of people. The content is focused on a particular topic or product to be developed. This might take place a part of a course, as a support group, or as a working team. Mentoring Mentoring is a special relationship involving a high degree of interaction. In this case one or more individuals are engaged in a relationship of support involving a high degree of communication as the mentor and mentee need to share both work and conversation about the work.
Many sites integrate the above collaborative activities into on-line teacher centers.
These centers provide teachers with support from other educators, opportunities to collaborative and resources.