Page 27 - Coworking Course Syllabus&Lesson Plans

Initiate a class discussion on the benefits and challenges of coworking for
entrepreneurs and freelancers.
Encourage students to share their thoughts and experiences related to flexible

workspaces and collaborative environments.
Facilitate the discussion by highlighting advantages such as networking
opportunities, cost-effectiveness, and increased creativity, as well as challenges like
potential distractions and lack of privacy.

Activity 3: Exploring the Coworking Culture (15 minutes):

Introduce students to the coworking culture and its emphasis on community,
collaboration, and knowledge sharing.
Discuss the role of community managers in nurturing coworking spaces and fostering

a supportive work environment.
Engage students in a brainstorming session on ways to promote a positive coworking

culture and encourage collaboration among members.
Conclusion (5 minutes):

Recap the main points covered in the lesson, emphasizing the significance of
coworking in the contemporary work landscape.
Encourage students to explore coworking spaces in their local area or consider its

potential in their future career paths.
Assign a short homework assignment, asking students to research and write about a
successful startup or business that began its journey in a coworking space.

Individual tasks for students to work on the topic of Coworking Glossary

Task 1: Glossary Quiz Create a quiz based on the Coworking Glossary with 20
questions. Include multiple-choice and true/false questions to test your classmates'
understanding of the key terms.

Task 2: Term Flashcards Create a set of flashcards for 10 important terms from the
Coworking Glossary. On one side, write the term, and on the other side, provide its

definition. Use these flashcards to study and quiz each other.
Task 3: Coworking Benefits Presentation Prepare a short presentation highlighting
the benefits of coworking for entrepreneurs and freelancers. Include at least five
advantages from the Coworking Glossary and use examples to illustrate each
benefit.
Task 4: Case Studies on Successful Startups Research and write two case studies of
successful startups that began their journey in coworking spaces. Describe how

coworking contributed to their growth and success.

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