The root of telecommunications is communication . Telecollaborative activities require students to practice and develop a number of important communication skills, including articulating ideas and opinions both verbally and in writing and listening to those of others. This form of communication, moreover, teaches students how to interact effectively with others of different beliefs and cultures-a necessary skill in a global society.
Telecollaborative environments enable students to become involved with meaningful, purposeful work.
As their interest increases in their work, so, too, will their commitment to learning. Basic skills, thinking skills, and personal qualities will simultaneously strengthen as a result of this approach to learning. When students engage in meaningful, collaborative learning experiences, they develop a strong sense of self. They develop positive self-concepts and feel empowered by the recognition that they can learn and contribute to the learning of others. Telecollaborative environments are ideal for developing these kinds of learning outcomes.