It is very unlikely that teaching assistants are lone workers. Most work environments require collaboration. In a classroom, collaboration is mandatory if the teaching assistant and the teacher(s) are to work together towards a common goal that enhances student learning. The idea of collaboration seems easy enough but, in reality it can be challenging to collaborate with others. Each person on a team has different strengths and weaknesses, communication preferences, and personal goals.

By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

1. Recognize the value of collaboration.
2. Differentiate the variety of perspectives and priorities of each team member.
3. Pick up some collaboration skills.