TABLE 1.3. Most appropriate collaboration method for various stages of a project

Task or Project Stage Most Appropriate Collaboration Method
Brainstorming Face-to-face
Planning a task schedule Face-to-face
Conducting research Any, depending on the type of research
Drafting text Layered or divided
Talking to third parties (instructors, clients, users) Face-to-face or layered
Discussing a draft Face-to-face or layered
Resolving disagreements or major changes to project Face-to-face
Revising text Layered
Preparing presentations or other visual materials Layered or face-to-face
Editing text Layered