Abstract：
Internationalization in higher education is essential, and although active learning methodologies are increasing and allow students to develop transversal skills, most still have a very local scope. In this context, the Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) methodology is an interesting approach to benefit the students\' development. It consists of an online program that involves creating multicultural teams to develop a specific learning project. Although this methodology is expanding, its use in physiology is still scarce. This paper aims to show an example of applying COIL methodology in physiology topics to enhance higher-education students\' innovation and business skills. Our example project developed a sports-assessment service concept focused on physiology and biomechanics assessments. The program involved teams from Brazil, Germany, and Spain, comprising undergraduate and master students. Over 7 weeks, these teams, mentored by professors and researchers, engaged in workshops covering COIL methodology, business model design, executive summary planning, economic analyses, and communication techniques. Key outcomes included learning new concepts, developing soft skills, building confidence in innovative solution proposals, and experiencing diverse cultures. Challenges faced were language barriers, scheduling, task complexity, and logistical issues. This experience confirms the effectiveness of incorporating programs using COIL methodology into educational curriculums. Doing so exposes physiology students to innovation, entrepreneurship, and business creation while strengthening their professional connections and opening up postgraduation opportunities.NEW & NOTEWORTHY Although the Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) methodology is expanding, its use in physiology is still scarce. Our example COIL project of 7 weeks developed a sports-assessment service concept focused on physiology and biomechanics assessments. The program involved teams from Brazil, Germany, and Spain, comprising undergraduate and master\'s students. Students perceived extracurricular activities in this format as beneficial. Coaches also expressed positive views about such initiatives, noting benefits for students and their development.
摘要：
高等教育国际化至关重要，尽管主动学习方法正在增加，并允许学生发展横向技能，大多数仍然有一个非常局部的范围。在这种情况下，协作在线国际学习（COIL）方法是一种有趣的方法，有利于学生的发展。它包括一个在线计划，涉及创建多元文化团队来开发特定的学习项目。尽管这种方法正在扩大，它在生理学中的使用仍然很少。本文旨在展示在生理学主题中应用COIL方法以增强高等教育学生的创新和业务技能的示例。我们的示例项目开发了一种运动评估服务概念，重点是生理学和生物力学评估。该计划涉及来自巴西的团队，德国,西班牙,包括本科生和硕士生。七个多星期,这些团队,在教授和研究人员的指导下，参加涵盖线圈方法的研讨会，商业模式设计，执行摘要规划，经济分析,和通信技术。主要成果包括学习新概念，发展软技能，建立对创新解决方案建议的信心，体验不同的文化。面临的挑战是语言障碍，调度,任务复杂性，和后勤问题。这种经验证实了将使用COIL方法的程序纳入教育课程的有效性。这样做让生理学学生接触到创新，创业,和业务创造，同时加强他们的专业联系和开放毕业后的机会。
